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Homeopathic Remedies for Rosacia

Rosacea is a chronic condition that affects many people, especially women. This condition typically happens when the blood vessels on the face become enlarged, creating a flushed complexion often mistaken for acne. While there are many antibiotic treatments available, many people look for homeopathic remedies, such as herbal and natural treatments.

  1. Oatmeal

    • Oatmeal is a natural moisturizer and skin protector. It is also a powerful antipruritic, which prevents and relieves itching. This natural supplement can work to enhance the skin's production of proteins and polysaccharides to reduce the symptoms of rosacea. Many people suffering from this condition create face masks using a mixture of oatmeal and natural yogurt to relieve the itching and burning sensations.

    Green Tea

    • Green tea, or camellia sinensis, is composed of many well-documented anticarcinogenic properties, antioxidant capabilities and anti-inflammatory capabilities. It also has many photo-protective qualities that help to lessen the skin's reaction to ultraviolet light, a common rosacea trigger. The benefits of green tea can be attained by regularly drinking a cup of green tea, by applying green tea extract directly to face moderately or by using facial products with high green tea content.

    Lavender

    • Lavender, or genus lavandula, is traditionally known as an anti-inflammatory agent that also helps with migraines and gastrointestinal disorders. Some people believe that it can help relieve the burning and swelling symptoms of rosacea. Also, this is one of the few essential oils that may be applied directly to the skin.

    Tea Tree Oil

    • This essential oil is well known to treat a number of ailments and skin conditions. Tea Tree oil, or melaleuca alternifolia, is a natural antimicrobial agent with anti-inflammatory properties. It should be used moderately, as it may have side effects, including allergic contact dermatitis. However, this is another one of the essential oils that is safe to apply directly on the skin.

    Vitamin A and Zinc

    • According to Dr. Michael Gazsi, N.D., people who have chronic skin conditions such as rosacea may be deficient in Vitamin A and zinc. There are many reasons for this deficiency, including liver disease, following fad diets, vegetarians not eating enough meat substitutes, and alcoholism. Many people can add these nutritional supplements simply through multivitamins.

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