Can stinging nettles really eliminate acne?
For ages, those who had acne needed to suffer the pain of it while they went through puberty. But those times are now over. There are so many TV and magazine ads for acne products that promise incredible results and pharmacies have entire sections dedicated to treatments for taking away those pimples.
But what happens if you do not want to go down the chemical path, that is often drying and traumatic on the skin? What if you’d prefer a much more natural treatment method for your acne, or maybe you cannot use the chemical products for other reasons? For example, it is important you avoid salicylic acid (a standard ingredient in acne treatments) during pregnancy. So what now?
As soon as you look hard enough, you will find that Nature always has an alternative in store for us for every ailment; acne is not an exception. Nettle tea has been confirmed time and again to assist in the relief of acne and other skin ailments.
It’s an anti-inflammatory substance and its powerful detox properties purify the tea drinker’s kidneys and blood, vital keys in obtaining and maintaining healthy skin. What you eat and drink is directly related to your overall health including how good your skin looks. Check out the skin of someone who consumes just fried food and sweets – you will find your proof!
Nettle tea can be purchased at the health food store or it is easy to make at home. <b>It is recommended to drink four glasses of nettle tea every day so that you can receive the best results for eliminating acne.</b> Other skin conditions like eczema will likely improve by drinking nettle tea.
Remember though, while nettle tea is natural, some people react to it differently so take it slow and work your way up to four cups per day.