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Your first thoughts might be "EWW, GROSS, I'M NEVER DOING THAT!"  At least that's what I said when I first heard of this somewhat disturbing natural remedy for acne.  Urine therapy or urotherapy has been said to help treat and prevent acne.  I researched it for weeks trying to figure out WHY putting your own urine on your skin would have an effect on acne.  I'm a little embarrassed to admit that I actually gave in and tried it for a few weeks.  If you have acne you are pretty much willing to do ANYTHING to get rid of it, am I right?  Well, I was so fed up with my acne that I thought I would give urine therapy a try.   Urine therapy is not a new thing.  It's been around for ages.  They even have conventions about Urine Therapy and it's ability to treat or cure many different health issues.  Many people believe that urine is a waste product produced by the body, but that's not true.  It's actually pretty much just water that the ...

People who suffer with acne prone skin may begin to wonder what's really causing the acne.  Sure, teenage acne is triggered by raging hormones, which is to be expected, but what about the millions of adults suffering from acne?  Surely puberty is no longer to blame.  People often think that if they find the right face wash or acne product their acne will be cured forever, but that's not always the case.  Many people don't investigate the root cause of their acne which is why they continue to have breakouts even after trying every acne product on the market. Truth is, many things can cause acne.  Hormonal imbalances, high stress levels, poor hygiene, poor diet.  The list goes on and on.  Did you know that a really high percentage of people suffering from acne actually have an allergy that they may be unaware of?  When I turned 25 I had given up on ever  having clear skin.  That's when I had a simple conversation with my mother and she tol...

I was recently introduced to a new product that is great for people with sensitive or acne prone skin.  It's called Royal Canadian Mineral Water Spray .  This face mist is full of nourishing minerals and antioxidants which help protect and soothe the skin.  If you tend to get breakouts and pimples from hydrating facial products or moisturizers, mineral water spray may be the perfect solution to keep your skin soothed and hydrated without clogging pores and irritating your skin.  This Royal Canadian Mineral Water Spray can be incorporated into any skincare routine.  I would recommend storing it in the refrigerator because the cooling mist will help close up the pores after a good facial cleansing which will keep out germs and bacteria.  It's also great to use under a light moisturizer and helps seal in all of the skin-loving minerals.  To incorporate mineral water spray into your skincare routine simply cleanse like you normally would and then apply the...

The latest craze on the internet is using activated charcoal as a teeth whitening treatment. Yes, it does help whiten teeth, but it can also help clear up acne breakouts! Before you reach for that bag of charcoal that you use in your grill, please note that activated charcoal is not the same as barbecuing charcoal! Activated charcoal typically comes in capsules. Some people use activated charcoal as an internal detox. It is believed that activated charcoal helps absorb and trap toxins within the body which is then eliminated via the digestive process. So, how can activated charcoal help clear breakouts , you ask? Well, it's detoxifying abilities help to eliminate built up toxins and gunk in the pores which in turn prevents and treats breakouts. It helps draw out oil, bacteria, and dirt from the pores which eliminates clogged pores and bacteria breeding grounds. Aside from using it as a mask, many companies have started to produce activated charcoal soaps and face washes, so...

Witch hazel has been used as a natural remedy for centuries. Native Americans were the first to derive witch hazel from the leaves and bark of the witch hazel plant. The primary benefits of witch hazel include its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties. Witch hazel is a cheap and natural way to help treat and prevent acne breakouts. Witch hazel can be purchased in pure form at nearly any drug or grocery store. Sometimes it is combined with other healing ingredients, like rose water and aloe vera. Not only does witch hazel help get rid of acne causing bacteria, but it also helps tighten pores and improve tone and texture of the skin. To use witch hazel as a toner or astringent simply apply with a clean cotton round all over the face, paying close attention to breakout prone areas. Allow it to dry completely before applying any moisturizer. You can also use witch hazel as a spot treatment by pulling off small pieces of cotton and soaking them in the witch hazel a...