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Acne Although acne is usually associated with the teen years, it can erupt at any age. Try this 5-step routine. tips
1 Rethink food and drink: Avoid cakes, soft drinks and processed foods with added sugar. Eat high-fibre foods to take toxins out of the body more quickly. Drink at least 2 litres of water daily, plus teas made from blood-purifying herbs, including nettle and dandelion. 2 Cleanse and moisturise: Wash skin with a mild cleanser; be gentle, and do not scrub, as this causes skin to produce more sebum, adding to the problem. Follow with a mild, alcohol-free toner and then a light, low- allergen moisturiser containing soothing and purifying natural ingredients, such as aloe vera, calendula and chamomile. If using make-up, choose noncomedogenic and oil- free brands. 3 Try essential oils: Antibacterial tea tree oil or gel applied directly to a spot reduces inflammation and infection. Lavender oil has calming and regenerative effects on irritated or reddened skin.
4 Add herbal help: Hormonal imbalances are often a cause. The herb chaste tree is a hormonal normaliser, and evening primrose oil and flaxseed oil contain anti-inflammatory essential fatty acids. A strong immune system will result in better-
looking skin – SkinB5 Superfood Booster contains natural vitamin C, echinacea, lemon myrtle, elderberry and astragalus to improve immune function. 5 Supportive supplements: Vitamin A controls overproduction
of sebum and maintains healthy skin cells. Zinc is
needed to activate the enzymes that regulate hormones and sugar metabolism; it also has a healing effect on skin. Radiant skin needs collagen to strengthen the skin matrix, alkalising greens like spirulina and wheatgrass to balance pH, and probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes for gut health. Any condition that appears on the face, like acne, can be stressful and impact mood and self-esteem – the B-group vitamins, especially vitamin B5, can help relieve stress, along with the harmonising herb ashwagandha. All these powerful ingredients are present in SkinB5 Superfood Booster to deliver beautiful clear skin from the inside out.
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