There are a variety of nutritional supplements that will help to decrease the inflammation and infection associated with acne. At the same time, these supplements can help supply additional nourishment for your skin.

If you’re fearful of the side effects of prescription drugs or even if the medications you’re currently taking aren’t working well for you, you can combat acne is through natural measures: nutritional supplements and herbal remedies.

Many times, acne products are so harsh they will strip the skin of natural oils and cause sensitivity and irritation. Some individuals even find that they break out in a rash because of these products. There are, however, plenty you can create from the ordinary ingredients already found in your kitchen.

The Western diet contains highly processed and refined food. The Anti Acne Diet is a higher protein-low GI diet containing more natural foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, lean red meat, seafood and wholegrains, with processed food and takeaway kept to a minimum.

I use a leave-in hair treatment that contains iodine. As far as I know it's the only product of its kind that contains iodine, so of course I was a little miffed when it wasn't in stock. I looked at some of the other products in the same line and was surprised to see that while the ingredients didn't list iodine, dulse was listed. What is dulse you ask? Gentle reader, dulse is a kind of seaweed that is rich in iodine. I figure now is a good time to talk about the benefits of iodine and sea vegetables as they relate to natural skin care.

Certain plants and botanicals have a long history as ingredients in skin care products. Their benefits are tried and true as well as their reputation for not causing allergic reactions. The staying power of the Cucumis Sativa, or cucumber, has such a long history that it's even mentioned in the Bible. Remember the Israelites complaining to Moses that they missed the 'cumbers and melons' they had in Egypt?