The problem of acne rosacea is also known as “Adult Acne’’. It is a skin disease caused by factors such as bacterial overgrowth, heredity, intake of high blood pressure medicines, caffeine withdrawal, stress, sun exposure and seborrheic dermatitis.
Symptoms of this problem include irritation, swelling, scaling, inflammation, thickened skin, pustules and papules. Different natural treatments can provide relief from the problem.
Natural Treatments for Acne Rosacea
Flaxseed
Flaxseed has anti-inflammatory properties. Application of flaxseed oil on the affected area can reduce the inflammation and redness associated with the problem.
A person can consume grinded flaxseeds with a glass of water on a regular basis to treat the problem. Another alternative is to consume flaxseed oil (1 teaspoon) several times in a day.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. A person can soak a cotton ball in a solution created by mixing tea tree oil with water and apply it on the affected area to relieve various symptoms associated with the medical condition.
Oatmeal
A person can mix cooked oatmeal with honey and apply it on the affected area multiple times in a week to deal with the problem. This mixture should be removed with water after 10 to 15 minutes.
A natural paste created with the use of grinded oatmeal, tomato puree and honey can also be used to massage the affected area for 10 minutes on a frequent basis.
Chamomile
Chamomile is also known as “Matricaria Recutita’’. A person can boil chamomile flowers in water for a few minutes and strain the mixture to prepare a natural tonic. This tonic should be used to wash the face several times in a day to cure flushing and inflammation caused by the skin disorder. Another alternative is to dip a clean cotton washcloth in this tonic and apply the cloth on the affected area.
Sandalwood
A paste made by mixing sandalwood powder and rose water can be applied on the affected area for 60 minutes on a daily basis to cure the problem. Application of sandalwood oil on the affected area can also help in the treatment.
Licorice
The extract obtained from licorice root can be mixed with carrier oil and applied on the affected area to relieve the inflammation, redness and irritation. Application of a mixture of licorice root extract and olive oil can help in reducing the problem caused by bacterial growth.
Green Tea
The antioxidant properties of green tea can help in keeping the skin healthy. Intake of a cup of green tea on a frequent basis can provide the desired results.
Green tea (after it has cooled down) can also be directly applied on the affected area to obtain relief from pustules and papules.
Cucumber
A person can apply the cucumber pulp on the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes multiple times in a week to reduce the flushing caused by the problem. Consumption of raw cucumber or a glass of cucumber juice can also heal the pustules and papules.
Oregano Oil
Oregano oil can kill the bacteria which may lead to acne rosacea. A person can apply oregano oil 2 to 3 times in a day to get effective results.
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