Top 5 Herbs for Treatment of Blemishes

About Blemishes

Blemishes are marks or areas of discoloration on the skin. These are the marks or flaws, which spoil the appearance of the skin. Blemishes can ruin one’s personality. Especially the teenagers are very much concerned about the blemishes. Their confidence level decreases once they find blemishes on the face. There are different types of blemishes with different causes. The main types are acne, scars, birthmarks, age-spots etc. Blemishes develop generally on face, back, upper arms etc. Wrinkles are small lines or creases on the skin. They appear due to age. As we get older the creases will be visible. Apart from the reason of getting older, there are many other reasons for wrinkles like smoking, skin damage, dehydration etc. There are different types of wrinkles like surface Lines and prominent lines.

Causes of Blemishes

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There are different causes for blemishes. The major cause is the presence of excess hormone in the body. These excessive hormones stimulate sebaceous glands and that lead to the secretion of extra oil. Another cause of blemishes is unhealthy food habits. Taking junk food and foods rich in unhealthy fats must be avoided. There are more causes, but mainly blemishes affect the sensitive skin and sensitive skin leaves scars behind always.

Symptoms of Blemishes

The symptoms of blemishes normally depend upon the type of skin. There are 3 types of skin, ie., normal, oily and dry. The symptoms of blemishes vary from person to person. For some individuals, blemishes may be associated with infection. In such situation they may feel itchy and wish to scratch. Most of them are without any symptoms apart from visible abnormality on the surface of the skin

Herbs for Blemishes

Now we are explaining top 5 herbs for ayurvedic treatment of blemishes. These herbs helps in restoring your fair skin. These herbs encourage new skin cells growth while healing scars and blemishes.

1. Rubia Cordifolia (Manjistha)

Rubia Cordifolia is known as Indian Madder. It is very popular in the name of manjistha. It is found in the hilly areas. The root part is used in the powdered form and applied in face packs and also taken internally. If it is consumed internally, the skin glows and gets lusture. All the skin disorders, ulcers, blood disorders are treated with the help of this herb.

2. Fumaria Officinalis (Fumitory)

Fumaria officinalis is commonly known as ”Earth Smoke”. It is used to remove all types of skin blemishes and eye problems. It contains lots of alkaloids such as bulbocapnine, protopine, fumaritine etc. The whole plant is useful. It is used to remove aches, pains, liver problems and diarrhoea. It is used as blood purifier. Constipation is cured. It is mixed with honey and with pepper for jaundice.

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3. Swertia Chirata (Chirayata)

Swertia Chirata belongs to the family of gentianaceae. It is also known as chirayata or nepali bheem. The whole plant is used for medicinal purposes. The decoction of the bark is used for cleaning the stomach internally and for treating the wounds externally. It is used for curing liver disorders, eye problems and cardiac complications effectively.

4. Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe vera)

It is one of the oldest medicinal plants. It is short, perrennial and stemless plant, which contains gel in between. It is also known as “Plant of Immortality”. Aloe Vera has many healing properties. It is taken internally. It acts as a pain reliever. Aloe Vera contains phytochemicals, which are beneficial for hair and health. Aloe Vera juice, if taken internally every morning on empty stomach keeps all diseases away. It also treats sun burns and fights aging.

5. Azadirachta Indica (Neem)

Neem is anti-fungal, anti-diabetic and anti-bacterial. Neem is used to clear all blemishes from the skin. It is used for hair as well. It is also used for curing skin ulcers and detoxifying the blood. The whole plant is used for medicinal purposes. The neem bark is used for treating malaria. It is used for treating worms in stomach and for curing wounds. It also helps to keep the teeth healthy.

Dr. Vikram Chauhan

http://www.drvikram.com

Dr. Vikram Chauhan (MD - Ayurveda) is the CEO and Founder of Planet Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. He is Author of the Book "Ayurveda – God’s Manual For Healing". He is an Ayurveda Expert Serving People worldwide through all the Possible Mediums, Operating from Main Branch in Mohali, India. With his Vast Experience in Herbs and their Applied Uses, he is successfully treating Numerous Patients suffering from Various Ailments with the help of Purest Herbal Supplements, Diet, and Lifestyle, according to the Principles of Ayurveda. For More Details, visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com.

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