Many women are troubled by closed comedones, and traditional Chinese medicine has shown good results in treating this issue. In daily skincare, women pay special attention to the health of their facial skin. Here are several recipes for homemade Chinese herbal masks that help improve closed comedones:
1. Rhubarb Mask: Mix 50g each of rhubarb, da huang, she chuang zi, bai ji, bai zhi, sulfur, and alum, soak in 75% alcohol for three weeks, take the liquid and mix with 10g of realgar, apply to the affected area three times a day, continue for one to two months.
2. Kushen Mask: Boil 50g each of kushen, sheng he shou wu, dang gui with vinegar, apply the juice to the affected area once in the morning and once in the evening, one course for 20 days, repeat for two to three courses.
3. Da Huang Realgar Mask: Grind equal amounts of rhubarb, realgar, bai zhi into powder, mix with water to form a paste, apply to the face every night, one course for two weeks, repeat for two to three courses.
4. Comprehensive Chinese Herbal Mask: Mix huang lian, huang qin, da huang, sulfur powder, wu bei zi, and hong hua in proportion, grind into powder, mix with water to form a paste, apply to the affected area two to three times a day, continue for one to two weeks.
For acne in different areas, corresponding lifestyle adjustments can be made: – For acne with mouth ulcers, consider supplementing with vitamin B complex. – Forehead acne indicates excess internal heat and can be treated with diet and Chinese medicine. – Nose bridge acne may be due to spinal issues or excessive sebum, drink more water and use chamomile essential oil appropriately. – Nose wing acne suggests poor metabolism, focus on gastrointestinal regulation and increase fruit and vegetable intake. – Cheek acne may indicate skin oxygen deficiency, steam and use masks for improved care. – Chin acne is often linked to hormone imbalance, women can relieve it through menstrual regulation.
In addition, here are some recommended Chinese herbal drinks and dietary treatments: – Pear and Celery Juice: Clear heat and moisturize the skin, suitable for assisting in acne treatment. – Carrot and Celery Juice: Clear heat and detoxify, also assists in preventing acne. – Loquat Leaf Paste: Clear lung heat, resolve phlegm and cough, suitable for acne and rhinophyma. – Seaweed and Coix Seed Congee: Promote blood circulation, eliminate stasis, anti-inflammatory, effective for acne.
To eliminate closed comedones, pay attention to: – Remove makeup thoroughly and safely to avoid mineral oil residue clogging pores. – Gentle cleansing, maintain skin oil balance, avoid excessive cleaning that stimulates sebum secretion. – Increase the use of moisturizing masks to maintain water-oil balance and reduce closed comedone formation.
By consistently following these methods, it is believed that closed comedones can be effectively improved.
