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We know now that a clean, nutritious, thoughtful diet has a direct effect on the appearance and health of our skin. But it’s more than just eating your fruits and berries and omegas.
Modern life has a way of interfering with even our most valiant efforts when it comes to skincare. Stress and pollution can wreak havoc on our hormones, our pores, and our resilience. That’s where herbal allies come in. Either ingested and applied topically, these plant powerhouses can provide protection and balance despite our harsh physical and emotional climates.
This root is well known in traditional Chinese medicine, but lesser so in Western culture. We think this is a shame, because it’s deeply detoxifying and a great tonic herb for skin. It contains certain peptides that have acne-fighting properties, as well as liver-detoxifying power to remove toxins from the environment that could later show up on our skin. Drink it in tea, add powder to smoothies, or get yourself a tincture
This spicy, delicious root is amazing for digestion, and proper digestion means proper assimilation of nutrients, which can result in clearer skin. It’s also super packed with anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants, helping to preserve our defenses and skin integrity.
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This youth-inducing herb is incredible both ingested and applied topically. It can help improve circulation, which helps bring nutrient-rich blood to the surface of the skin, which speeds healing of breakouts and other skin conditions. It can also help to reduce redness and swelling, even fading scars and other skin discolorations.
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You can take a neem tincture, drink neem tea, apply the powder topically mixed with some honey, or use neem oil to reap the many skin benefits. Both antibacterial and antifungal, this deeply cleansing herb is also a hardcore free-radical scavenger. It’s a top choice for acne prevention as well as treatment for existing breakouts.
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This herb is not actually a grape at all, and it’s the root and stalk that provide the skin-nourishing benefits. It contains a compound called berberine, known to be antiseptic and anti-inflammatory for skin conditions like psoriasis.
This essential oil contains both linalyl acetate and geranyl, compounds that fight acne and even reduce swelling, inflammation, and the appearance of wrinkles. It also helps to control excess sebum.
This biblical herb is antimicrobial, anti-parasitic, astringent, and healing. It speeds up wound and blemish recovery and reduces the appearance of scarring.
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Both rosemary powder and oil are excellent topical treatments for acne. It’s antimicrobial and deeply healing, which will reduce redness, inflammation, and discoloration from all types of breakouts.
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This soothing plant is great for acne because of its antibacterial and antiseptic properties. It directly kills the bacteria that causes acne, preventing the spread and the formation of whiteheads while also reducing the size and color. It’s also protective against irritating chemicals found in most generic products.
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