Using almost any search engine on the internet will return many results for the search term "acne remedy". Any one of those sites may have many treatments from the outrageous to those that sound worth a try. You may want to avoid some of the more extreme ideas.
One person suggests massaging in coconut milk every night before going to bed, while another suggest using soy sauce on the acne.
One natural acne remedy seems like it may have migrated here from the vampire remedy page as it suggests rubbing crushed garlic on the face. You can find many remedies that suggest using various herbs and spices as a cure.
One ingredient that has proven effective for over thirty years is benzyl peroxide. It prevents new outbreaks and dries old ones. It is effective at preventing scarring of the face, along with the back, chest and neck.
Benzyl peroxide is not recommended for adults with acne as it can strip vital oils from the skin and cause premature aging. Adults will find salicylic acid containing products to be effective and not as harsh as the benzyl peroxide products.
The acne light is a newer approach to helping overcome acne. The blue light of this device helps to kill off bacteria that may cause infection of acne sites and cause scarring. Many lights also have red lights to help speed healing of sites that have been affected by acne. For this treatment to begin working, it takes at least eight weeks of daily exposure to the light.
Many people find that the over the counter products are all that are needed to take care of an acne problem. If you are not having success with these products, see your doctor or ask for a referral to a dermatologist. He can offer more advice to prevent outbreaks as well as prevent scarring.
