The decision to go natural isn’t always so easy, though.

Cure or Not?

• Many people consider Accutane to be a cure for cystic acne, but this is only true in a certain way. Accutane will obliterate cystic acne for six months while you are taking the medicine and another six when you are not, and then another cycle has to start. If Accutane was really a cure for cystic acne, ongoing treatment would not be necessary because the cystic acne would not resurface.
• Natural treatments for cystic acne are not cures either, but they seem to be much less effective than Accutane at removing the cysts that give cystic acne its name. Glycolic acid is a common natural treatment for cystic acne because it comes from fruit and supposedly removes the surface level damage. But that is the problem. Products like glycolic acid only take off minor cosmetic aspects of acne. The cysts stay below the skin and are not affected.

Birth Control and Cystic Acne

• Accutane requires that its users be on birth control pills because the chances of having an abnormal pregnancy, should the patient become pregnant, are extremely high. For some, this is not a difficult requirement to meet, and for others, this requirement is already met before they even set foot into the doctor’s office. But many who live a natural life style would like to avoid using birth control if possible, and many with certain religious convictions also have reasons to stay away from birth control pills.
• Natural alternatives to birth control can be just as effective as medicinal birth control, like, for instance, the Creighton model of natural family planning, a method frequently using by Catholics to avoid a pregnancy. But the downside to using a method rather than medicine to treat your cystic acne is that sometimes staying true to the method can be a difficult task. How many people have trouble taking a birth control pill from a purse pack, though? One way (the pill) uses medicine while the other (natural family planning) uses discipline, and we all know how hard the latter is to come by.
• If you are thinking about treating your cystic acne but living a natural lifestyle, consider searching hard for an alternative to both birth control and natural family planning that still suits your needs. One possible alternative is invasive birth control (condoms, for instance), but often this is an uncomfortable and not totally effective method.

Just remember to make the choice that is best for you.

Plants to improve circulation:

Centella asiatica. It is the main component of many anti-cellulite creams, increasing venous and lymphatic circulation and promotes collagen production.
Chestnut. The fruits of this tree strengthen vein walls and prevent swell.
Note that both plants should be avoided during pregnancy and lactation.
Supplements to burn fat:

Papain and bromelain. These enzymes are derived from the papaya and pineapple, respectively, and help mobilize fat stores promoting their elimination through the kidneys. Tablets is recommended to take two or three times a day and always before meals.

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids. Promote the production of collagen and circulation enhancing benefits the walls of veins and arteries. Citrus fruits, kiwi fruit or peppers are rich in these substances, but can also increase your intake with supplements.
Remember that before taking any supplement you should consult your doctor.

Complementary Therapies:

Lymphatic drainage. This massage stimulates the activity of the lymphatic vessels (a system that runs the body as if it were a drain for waste disposal. The sessions last a half hour to an hour, and are recommended once or twice a week. Avoid if you suffer from cardiovascular diseases or infections.

Poultice of red or green clay. It helps eliminate toxins through the skin. Prepare a poultice of cold water and 1 cm thick applied over the affected area. Cover with a porous fabric and let stand for 45 minutes.

Aromatherapy in the bath. Half-hour dive in the tub with warm water, add seaweed and a few drops of peppermint oil, lemon, cypress or hamamelis. Finish with a cold shower in the legs.
Homeopathy . The Apis acts on the accumulation of fluids, which can help reduce inflammation of cellulite and improve the appearance of orange peel.

They are usually aqueous formulas that quickly absoven and more concentrated than usual creams. Recommended for all skin types, including fat, since, as have a smooth texture offers a refreshing sensation.

Depending on the properties that provide different kinds of serums distinguish:

- Wrinkles: regenerate skin and restores elasticity.

- Moisturizers: they are highly recommended, especially if they contain a high concentration of hyaluronic acid.

- Energizers: fight the signs of skin fatigue by providing vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

- Tension: combat sagging skin and have a lifting effect.

The question that usually arises with the serums knows when to apply them. Bear in mind that the serum will not replace your usual cream or sunscreen. Here is a guide all the steps you can take to the serum copper full effect on your skin:

- Apply the serum after cleansing with cleansing milk and toner. Then it’s time to put the serum and then the cream you use.

- Because it is highly concentrated formulas, you have to 4 or 5 drops of serum.

- From age 30, you must use the serum at least once a day, and after 40, you will need to apply it morning and night.

He explained that the keratosis pilaris, also known as “goose bumps” is a phenomenon that appears in various parts of the body, which is a benign disorder of keratinization of the follicle infundibulum, i.e. the upper part or hair follicle deposited certain ‘caps’ of keratin (protein substance essential skin tissue), providing the sensation of a skin similar to a chicken, hence the popular name for this condition, he said.

Among the most common signs of keratosis pilaris are the emergence of follicular papules, i.e. circumscribed solid elevation on the follicular orifice (“bumps”) which can reach one to three millimeters, which may be the color of the skin, pink or red, detailed the specialist.

It is said that keratosis pilaris is an inherited dominant form and becomes manifest in different ways: it is hardly noticeable in some people, unlike others that have intensively. This skin condition usually associated with sensitive skin may even be part of the atopic dermatitis and other diseases such as Down syndrome, among others.

He also said that the first common symptoms occur during childhood, which in adolescence. The winter season also predisposes its presence. Avoid self-medication and consult a dermatologist, it is often confused with acne, this being a false diagnosis.

It is characteristic that by releasing these bumps or plugs are observed under a fine hair rolled. Moreover, in most cases is asymptomatic, although there are cases presented itching and dry skin.

Keratosis pilaris has no cure, is self-limited and injuries decrease as the patient grows. Although treatment is often requested for cosmetic reasons when the keratosis pilaris is very extensive and symptomatic recommend a visit to the doctor for diagnosis.

The central part of the face (forehead, nose and chin) tends to be oilier and coarser texture than the rest of the face. Dry cheeks and have a tendency to crack.

The skin usually has mixed the two disorders, dry and greasy, plus normal areas, unevenly distributed.

Although it is normal that people have more fat in the lower limits of the nose, outer area of the ears and on top of the forehead skin in people of mixed these differences are more noticeable and may have enough fat on the chin and nose, while around the eyes and lips are often dry.

Local treatment is complicated because it is difficult to separate the face by pieces at each location to apply the appropriate cream. Therefore what can be done is to treat the face with normal skin products that not grease or drying, although giving a good massage for each application to stimulate blood circulation. This, plus a balanced diet (little meat and lots of vegetables) and a few supplements of vitamins A and E, can achieve a great improvement in a few months.

If you lose weight is just. It is true that orange skin occurs more when there is slightly overweight, its appearance depends not only on her. In fact, when edematous cellulite, thinning may even make it more visible if more flaccid.

Just use creams from time to time. We remember when it thunders Santa Barbara, and cellulite, a month before going to the beach. To be truly effective it should use no more seen the first signs of cellulite and be very consistent in its use.

A drink lots of water! It is true that an adequate intake of water helps the body drain well, but it alone is not sufficient to eliminate the orange peel.