Homeopathic medicines for acne

Acne is a disease of the skin that can occur in various forms. The most common and best known form is pimples, which appear in typical places, such as the face. It occurs mainly in young people and can be of varying degrees of severity. The pores and sebaceous glands become clogged. The exact cause of this is not yet known, but probably acne bacteria, hormones and family predispositions play a role.

Treatment with homeopathy – These remedies are used

When treating with homeopathic remedies, it is generally accepted that potencies D6 or D12 should be used without consulting a homeopath, i.e. when self-medicating.

  • Selenium
  • Walnut (Juglans regia)
  • Ichthyolum
  • Anacardium
  • Hepar sulfuris
  • Sulphur iodate
  • Silicea
  • Pulsatilla

When to use Anacardium is used for acne, which is accompanied by itching and pimples. Besides various skin rashes, digestive problems can also be treated with this homeopathic remedy.

Effect Anacardium has a calming effect on irritations of the skin. Thus it can relieve existing itching and reduce inflammation of the skin as well as redness. Dosage When used independently, the potencies D3 and D6 are recommended for the globules.

When to use Ichthyolum can be used for various skin diseases. These include acne and psoriasis. Ichthyolum is also used for inflammatory diseases such as rheumatism and arthritis.

Effect The effect of Ichthyolum is primarily anti-inflammatory. This reduces redness and swelling. Also pain, especially when temperature dependence is present, can be relieved.

Dosage The dosage of Ichthyolum is recommended for independent use of the globules with potencies from D2 to D6. When to use Juglans regia is mainly used for various skin diseases. These include rashes and acne.

Juglans regia is also used for barley grains on the eye and pain due to muscle cramps. Effect The effect of Juglans regia relieves inflammation. The homeopathic remedy helps well with irritation associated with pus and reduces itching.

Dosage The globules are recommended to be taken on their own with potencies in the range of D3 to D6. When to use Selenium is used in various diseases. These include acne and skin rashes, hair loss and symptoms caused by the prostate.

Effect Selenium is a modification of the chemical element selenium, which plays a role in many metabolic processes. It has a detoxifying effect and strengthens the immune system. Dosage The recommended dosage for Selenium is D12 when taken on its own.

Hepar sulfuris is a common homeopathic remedy used mainly for the purulent form of acne. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is also used for other purulent skin conditions such as boils or abscesses. The remedy is often used when the person affected by acne is sensitive to cold, pressure and drafts.

Sulfur iodatum is mainly used for young people. It is especially good for acne with hard and enlarged pimples. Sulfur iodatum can also be helpful for painful acne.

It responds particularly well if the affected persons react sensitively to heat. It should not be used more than twice a day initially. Silicea is a homeopathic remedy with a relatively broad spectrum of application.

It is very helpful for acne and various other rashes of the skin. Silicea is effective in various forms of acne, including purulent acne pimples and poorly healing acne. The homeopathic remedy is especially helpful when acne symptoms worsen at a lowered temperature, pressure and draught.

Pulsatilla is especially recommended for people who are affected by acne and have generally rather sensitive skin. In addition, improvement has often been seen in people where acne is probably caused by a hormonal imbalance. Pulsatilla therefore works well when used during hormonal fluctuations, such as menstruation or mood swings.