Herbal Medicine for Acne - Acne

Herbal Medicine for Acne:

Black currant seed oil or evening primrose oil, three 500-milligram capsules a day daily for three months or until your acne clears up.

Herbalists also may recommend echinacea, calendula, tea tree oil, and goldenseal. Drinking a tea made with a combination of nettles and cleavers tincture may be effective for acne.

If stress is a contributory problem for your acne, try relaxing with a cup of tea made from lavender or chamomile.

Chinese herbs cnidium seed and honeysuckle flower are prescribed by Chinese herbalists.

Caution: Under no circumstances, do not use any herbal preparations to newborns without consulting your qualified practitioner.