Acne Tips   by Kim Standerline

Probiotics and Prebiotics
Ask your health care provider about using probiotics and
prebiotics. Probiotic supplements can assist with replenishing
helpful bacterium in your digestive system that aid in effective
processing and elimination of food, vitamins, minerals and
nutrients; These helpful bacterium are often lacking when you`re
taking antibiotics for acne treatment, thus further backing up
the system, clogging pores. And similarly, prebiotic foods can
assist with replenishing helpful bacterium such as bananas,
onions, honey and artichokes.

Supplements & Misc Products – Here are some supplements and
miscellaneous products reported to help cover the bases when
dealing with acne issues to make sure your body is getting what
it needs.

Maca
Some report this powdered Peruvian root vegetable, rich in
essential amino acids, fatty acids, minerals like calcium,
magnesium, iodine, iron, potassium and silica, and
phytochemicals, helps with stabilizing the body`s systems and
hormones. Add it in smoothie`s for a little extra sweetness and
flavor.

Manuka honey
Reported to have strong antibiotic, antiseptic and antiviral
properties. Many recommend it for good skin (externally) and good
digestion (internally).

Nature`s Living Super food
A nutrient-dense foodstuff this is reported to be full of
minerals and a complete range of nutrients; vitamins and trace
minerals.

Neem soap
This soap is said to house these qualities or properties:
antibacterial, anti fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti parasitic and
antiviral- - helpful for the prevention and treatment of acne.
Users report calm and soothing skin effects.

Pure Synergy
This reportedly contains a variety of valuable micro nutrients
and antioxidant phytonutrients effective in acne control.

Vita Synergy™ for Men
This supplement, made with antioxidant botanical`s, spices and
flowers, (some culled from ancient healing traditions) is said to
offer strong, effective, restorative overall energy.

Vita Synergy™ for Women
Somewhat similarly to the product for men, this supplement, made
with antioxidant`s, adaptogenic and herbs, is said to offer
hi-level nutritional support to women. It helps them reach their
top performance levels.

Peel-off face and body masks
Depending upon the brand and ingredients, these are said to help
exfoliate dead skin cells and unplug clogged or inflamed pores.
The results are smoother skin with an anti-bacterial effect that
prevents and clears spots and gets rid of bacteria. Popular
varieties contain vitamin E, 2 percent tea tree oil and other
essential oils.

Tea tree oil and its body products
These products are not made of any harsh ingredients that would
irritate skin. Tea tree oil is known helpful, healing effects and
contains these properties: antibacterial, anti fungal,
antiseptic, antiviral, also antimicrobial agent and deep cleaning
– great for acne treatment and prevention.

They are used over various parts of the body, even the face.
Popular versions are in the form of facial cleansers (applied
with Q-Tips or cotton swabs), bubble baths and shower gels.

Author Info:

Kim is a Registered Nurse working for a large Hospital Trust in the UK,

She can be found at http://www.acne-and-you.com and http://www.nursing-hints.com