by Pallavi Khera

Created on: August 12, 2007   Last Updated: August 07, 2009

Just as our eyes are said be the windows to our souls,our skin can be considered the reflection of our inner health.Our skin is a mirror of what 's going on below the surface.To have clear,radiant and glowing skin on the outside,you have to start by cleansing the body from inside.
Acne is believed to be due to hormonal imbalance in the body.This usually leads to over activity of the sebaceous glands,blocked pores and inflammation.Whilst treating the skin externally may temporarily reduce the symptoms ,the problems may be driven deeper if we do not treat its roof.

For our skin to be healthy and clear, it is important to keep the detoxification and elimination system running smoothly for this is how the body eliminates toxins and impurities.
To enjoy healthy and clear skin,add these herbs into your daily supplementation:
BURDOCK(arctium lappa)
ECHINACEA(echinacea purpurea)
SARSAPARILLA(smilax officinalis)
CELANDINE(chelidonium majus)
MARIGOLD(calendula officinalis)
REDCLOVER(trifolium pretense)
These all herbs helps to cleanse the skin from inside,promoting smooth supple skin that indicates good health and well being.They are useful in management of acne,boils,skin blemishes and other skin problems.

Now shifting to the other ways to get rid of acne's ,the method includes natural,home remedies,through allopathy and alternative therapy such as homeopathy,acupuncture,naturopathy etc.

Natural method consist of taking utter care of sanitation habits.In the evening remove all traces of makeup with a cleansing cream.Use a mild skin tonic.The tonic will improve the circulation and texture of the skin.Remember to wash your face every night and cleaning the clog pores will help skin to breathe properly.Further applying a moisturizer consisting essence of Alvera or tree tea oil will help skin to fight with acne producing bacterias.

Diet is also of vital importance and no skin can be healthy without proper nutrition.Try to avoid too much of carbohydrate ,sugar,fried and greasy foods,cakes and alcohol which can cause blemishes and blotchiness on skin's surface.Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.The skin needs vitamins.VitaminA aids circulation and a lack of it shows in drying,scaliness and a weakness of the epidermis.VitaminB is recommended by many dietitians to clear the skin spots .VitaminC is necessary to purify and vitalize the blood stream.VitaminE makes the skin look more youthful.Drinking sufficient water(at least 8 glasses a day) improves the complexion and also helps in

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