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Homeopathic Remedies for Acne

Homeopathy offers very safe and natural treatment for acne. Homeopathic medicines for acne
work internally, in a very gentle and effective way, without any harsh external applications.
Rather than suppress acne, Homeopathic medicines treat the condition at the root. These
medicines, which are safe from any adverse side effects, are prescribed after a thorough in-depth
analysis of symptoms.

Top grade Homeopathic medicines for acne are


1. Hepar Sulph
2. Psorinum Sulphur
3. Berberis Aquifolium
4. Kali Bromatum.

Homeopathic Medicines for Acne


Psorinum Top grade Homeopathic medicine for acne of nearly all types

Psorinum is one of the best rated Homeopathic medicines for acne. It is indicated for acne of all
types acne simplex, acne pustular and acne indurata. It is equally effective for acne in oily skin
where the overactive sebaceous glands secrete excess sebum leaving the skin constantly greasy.
Here Psorinum helps decrease oil secretion and treat acne. In case of acne that worsens from
eating sweets, chocolates, meat and fatty food, Psorinum is the medicine to prescribe. It also
treats intolerably itchy acne and that which worsens during the winter.
Hepar Sulph and Calcarea Sulphurica Effective Homeopathic Remedies for acne
that are pustular in nature

Hepar Sulph and Calcarea Sulphurica are very effective Homeopathic remedies for acne that are
pustular in nature. Pustular acne refers to acne that contains pus. The pus may sometimes be
stained with blood. Where pus or blood stained pus oozes out of pimples, Hepar Sulph will be
effective. The pimples may be extremely painful here. Acne in youth is also best treated with
Hepar Sulph. Homeopathic medicine Calcarea Sulphurica is most helpful where pustular acne
ooze yellow coloured pus.
Kali Bromatum Wonderful Homeopathic medicine for acne on face, chest and
shoulders

Homeopathic medicine Kali Bromatum works wonders in treating acne located on the face,
chest and shoulders. Marked itching may attend the acne. The acne may be simplex, pustular or
indurated. Kali Bromatum is also prescribed where acne leaves ugly scars. Bluish-red pimples
are a sure shot sign that Kali Bromatum will work.
Antimonium Crudum and Natrum Mur Best Homeopathic medicines for acne on
cheeks
Antimonium Crudum and Natrum Mur are the most suitable Homeopathic medicines for acne
on cheeks. In case of heat in the cheeks along with acne, Antimonium Crudum aids fast
recovery. The acne may be papular or pustular. Yellow scabs may cover the acne. Burning
sensation is another complaint. Homeopathic medicine Natrum Mur will show best results in
itchy acne on oily cheeks. Prickling pain in the acne is complained of. Natrum Mur is also
prescribed for acne in girls who are anaemic.
Sulphur Useful Homeopathic medicine for itchy acne

Sulphur is a very useful Homeopathic medicine for acne that is extremely itchy. Sulphur is
advised for people with dirty, unhealthy looking skin covered in acne that itch a lot. Scratching
worsens the itching. The itching gets aggravated during the night. Warmth, too, worsens the
itching. Burning sensation may also be observed. Sulphur is also a good choice of Homeopathic
medicine for acne that has been treated with external applications or ointments in the past.
Silicea Top rated Homeopathic medicine for acne on forehead

For acne on forehead, Silicea heals best and fast. It works even better for pustular acne. Itching
may attend the acne. Excessive sweat may be noticed along with acne on the face, especially the
forehead. Silicea is also a wonderful Homeopathic medicine for cystic acne.
Berberis Aquifolium Prominent Homeopathic medicine to eraze acne scars

Berberis Aquifolium is one of the majorly indicated Homeopathic medicines for acne that result
in formation of scars. This medicine helps clear off acne scars wonderfully well.
Bovista Lycoperdon Homeopathic remedy for acne made worse with make-up

Bovista Lycoperdon is the most significant Homeopathic medicine that offers help in treating
acne that arise or worsen with use of cosmetic products. This acne is mainly papular. Swelling of
cheeks may be noted along with the acne. Pain and itching may attend.
Nux Vomica Homeopathic medicine for acne attended with gastric complaints

Nux Vomica is a very effective Homeopathic medicine for acne when it is attended with gastric
complaints. The gastric complaint is mainly due to chronic constipation or indigestion. The acne
may be itchy and accompanied by a burning sensation.
Pulsatilla Nigricans Excellent Homeopathic medicine for acne in women

Pulsatilla Nigricans is a very well indicated Homeopathic medicine for acne in women,
especially when attended with menstrual irregularities of any kind. Acne occurring in young
girls at puberty is another characteristic indication for prescription of Homeopathic medicine
Pulsatilla Nigricans. Acne worsened with consumption of fatty foods will also heal effectively
with Pulsatilla Nigricans.
The 5 best Homeopathic medicines for acne or pimples are
Pulsatilla- best medicine for pimples due to rich food
Hepar Sulph best medicine for acne with painful pimples
Silicea best homeopathic medicine for acne with pus
Natrum Mur best medicine for pimples with oily face
Nux Vomica- best treatment for pimples with gastric disturbance
The key to getting a complete cure is the selection of the right medicine, the right potency, the right
dosage and a bit of patience on the part of the patient. The selection of the right medicine, the right dosage
and right potency is a tricky task and requires a lot of study and experience of the doctor. It makes sense
to get oneself treated from an experienced Homeopathic doctor and not resort to self medication.

1. Pulsatilla-One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Pimples or Acne due to rich food

It is very effective in cases where the culprit is the increased intake of rich food. This may be in the form
of junk food or other things like cakes, pastries and ice creams. Pulsatilla is also more often indicated in
girls, more so with menstrual irregularities. The patient is usually sensitive to heat and all troubles get
aggravated in summers. There is little thirst. One tends to feel better in open air. When the above
mentioned symptoms are present, Pulsatilla is the best homeopathic remedy for pimples or acne.

2. Hepar Sulphur- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Pimples or Acne with painful eruptions
In cases where the eruptions are painful and more in the form of boils or abscesses, Hepar Sulphur is one
of the best homeopathic medicines for acne. The patient is quite sensitive to cold as well as pain. There is
increased perspiration. The mental syptoms are also quite useful to indicate the remedy and are more
commonly in the nature of anger and irritability at the slightest cause. The patient is often chilly and is
unable to tolerate cold weather and cold temperature.

3. Silicea-One of the best Homeopathic remedies for Pimples or Acne with suppuration
In cases where suppuration or pus formation is the norm, Silicea is one of the best homeopathic
remedies for acne. There is formation of pus in the pimples and this pus tends to be offensive. The patient
tends to be worse in cold and cannot tolerate cold in any form. The skin troubles too tend to be worse in
winters. He wants warmth at all times. There is profuse perspiration, more so on the head. The skin is
delicate and pale.

4. Natrum Mur- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Acne or Pimples with oily face

In cases that result from the increased secretion of sebum or oil, Natrum Mur is one of the best
homeopathic medicines for acne. The face remains oily and greasy. The patient is usually thin and weak.
He feels and looks emaciated even after eating well. Anaemia is a common concomitant. Sun and heat
aggravate all the symptoms. The patient is usually fond of eating salty food or tends to add more and
more salt to his normal food.

5. Nux Vomica- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Acne or pimples with gastric disturbances
In cases where acne may have resulted from or is accompanied by gastric disturbances, Nux Vom is one
of the best homeopathic medicines for acne. The skin is red and blotchy in appearance. The patient is
usually fond of tea, coffee and other stimulants. Excess of spicy food and stimulants may have caused
some gastric derangements. Constipation is usually present along with other symtoms. There is increased
sensitivity to cold. The temperament is such that he gets angered and irritated easily.

Materia medica
Sulphur
Is perhaps the remedy most often indicated in this affection, especially if chronic. The skin is rough and
hard and the acne is associated with comedones and constipation; great aggravation from water is the
characteristic leading to Sulphur in skin affections. Face is Pale, sickly color. Heat and spotted redness of
face. Black pores. Itching intensely in evening and from warmth. The acne punctata is the variety
corresponding most nearly to Sulphur. Simple forms yield to Belladonna or Pulsatilla. Acne rosacea
yields to Arsenicum iodatum or Sulphur iodide.
Sanguinaria
It is another useful remedy in acne, especially in women with scanty menses and irregular circulation of
blood. Other remedies for acne dependent on sexual disturbances of women are Calcarea carbonica and
Aurum muriaticum natronatrum.
Kali bromatum
Acne on the face, neck and shoulders. We frequently find acne in Epileptics who have been maltreated by
bromides. This remedy is especially adapted to the acne simplex and the acne indurata, especially in
hyperaesthetic, nervous females. Face flushed. Acne of face, pustules. General failure of mental power,
loss of memory, melancholia, anesthesia of the mucous membranes. Suicidal mania with tremulousness.
Itching of skin worse on chest, shoulders, and face. Anesthesia of skin. This remedy may be given if
Asterias Rubens fails. Dr. J.H.Clarke says, I know of no remedy of such universal usefulness in cases of
simple acne as Kali bromatum 30, and the late Dr.A.M. Cushing recommended Arsenicum bromatum 4x
as very efficacious.Thuja is one of our best remedies for acne facialis. Calcarea picrata is also a useful
remedy for acne; clinically it has been found one of the good remedies. Calcarea sulphurica is indicated
where the pimples suppurate.
Antimonium crudum
Small red pimples on face, acne in drunkards with gastric derangements, thirst and white-coated tongue.
Face with sad expression Fat, fretful, cross and peevish; cries if looked at, touched or washed. Ecstatic,
dreamy, sentimental. Pustules.
Antimonium tartaricum.
Obstinate cases, with tendency to pustulation, are curable with this remedy.
Berberis aquifolium
It is useful where the skin is rough and the acne persistent.
Natrum muriaticum
It acts especially on the sebaceous glands, and is a very helpful remedy in acne. In this affection attention
must be directed especially to the patients type, temperament and tendencies and the general symptoms
are far mores important than the local ones.
Asterias Rubens
Pimples on the face at the age of puberty. A remedy for the sycotic diathesis; flabby, lymphatic
constitution, flabby with red face. Nervous disturbances. Pimples on side of nose chin and mouth.
Belladonna
Acne rosacea. Alternate redness and paleness of the skin. Skin dry, hot and swollen, pustules on face.
Face is red, bluish-red, hot, swollen, and shining. Patient is restless and talks fast. Acuteness of all senses.
Hepar Sulphur
Papules prone to suppurate and extend. Acne in youth. Suppurate with prickly pain. Easily bleed.
Unhealthy skin; every little injury suppurates. Cannot bear to be uncovered; wants to be wrapped up
warmly. Sticking or pricking in afflicted parts. Great sensitiveness to slightest touch. Constant offensive
exhalation from the body Face, Yellowish complexion. Suits especially scrofulous and lymphatic
constitutions that are inclined to have eruptions and glandular swellings. Unhealthy skin. Great
sensitiveness to all impressions. The lesions spread by the formation of small papules around the side of
the old lesion. Chilliness, hypersensitiveness, splinter-like pains, craving for sour and strong things are
very characteristic.
Calcarea Silicata
Pimples, comedones. A deep, long acting medicine for complaints which come on slowly and reach their
final development after long periods. Hydrogenoid constitution. Skin Itching, burning, cold and blue, very
sensitive. very sensitive to cold. Patient is weak, emaciated, cold and chilly, but worse from being
overheated; sensitive generally.
Nux vomica
Acne; skin red and blotchy. Body burning hot, especially face; yet cannot move or uncover without
feeling chilly. The typical Nux patient is rather thin, spare, quick, active, nervous, and irritable. Nux
patients are easily chilled, avoid open air. Very irritable: sensitive to all impressions. Ugly, malicious.
Does not want to be touched. Face Pale, yellowish, earthy or livid countenance. Yellow about nose,
mouth or eyes. Red, swollen.
Arsenicum Iodatum
Acne hard, shotty, indurated base with pustule at apex. It will be indicated by a profound prostration,
rapid, irritable pulse and severe cases of acne vulgaris. Great emaciation. Skin is Dry, scaly, itching.
Debilitating night-sweats.
Causticum
Acne rosacea. Acne in groups, aggravated by heat. Acne especially on nose Adapted to persons with dark
hair and rigid fibre; weakly, psoric, with excessively yellow, sallow complexion; Ailments from
suppressed eruptions. Burning pimple with itching.
Chelidonium Majus
Painful red pimples and pustules; especially on nose and cheeks. Wilted skin. Dry heat of skin with
itching. Painful red pimples and pustules. Face red, without heat. Itching over entire face and forehead.
Depression and sadness, even to weeping. Restlessness and solicitude concerning the present and future.
Graphites
Pimples and acne; itching. Skin is Rough, hard, persistent dryness of portions of skin. Unhealthy skin;
every little injury suppurates. Patients who are rather stout, of fair complexion, with tendency to skin
affections and constipation, fat, chilly, and costive, with delayed menstrual history, take cold easily. Has a
particular tendency to develop the skin phase of internal disorders. Anemia with redness of face.
Tendency to obesity. Timid. Unable to decide.
Psorinum
Acne rosacea. Greasy face. Pale, sickly look. Skin is yellow, dirty, and greasy. Roughness of knuckles.
Pimples with black points in center. Small numerous pustules, itching unhealthy. Itching, after scratching
vesicles arise, when touched. Acne worse during menses, from fats, sugar, coffee, meat.
Sabina
Hypochondriacal dejection. Low spirited and joyless, with a feeling of general exhaustion. Acne. Face is
pale, with lusterless eyes encircled by blue ring. Black pores on nose and face.
Calcarea phosphoricum
Acne in anaemic girls at puberty, with vertex headache and flatulent dyspepsia, relieved by eating. Skin is
dark brown, yellowish. Red, with prickling like nettles after a bath.
Thuja occidentalis
Pimples on face. Face glowing redness of whole face, with a fine network of blood vessels, as if it were
marbled. oily skin. Burning heat and redness of. Flushes of heat in. Sweat on, especially on side on which
he does not lie. Pimples on upper lip and chin. Lips, etc. All eruptions burn violently after cold washing.
Corrosive itching. Better scratching, but then followed by burning. Painful sensitiveness of affected part.
The skin symptoms better by touch.
Ledum palustre
Angry mood. Love for solitude. Great seriousness. Face, Alternatively pale and red. Dry pimples like
millet seed on forehead. Red nodules Boils on forehead. Skin Dry, want of natural perspiration.
Nitricum acidum
Anxious about his complaints, with fear of death. Sadness and despondency. Face yellow. Sunken eyes
encircled by yellow. Dark yellow, almost brownish complexion. Pimples on forehead and temples. Skin
with Black pores.
Bovista
Acne from the use of cosmetics; especially during summer. Pale swelling of cheeks. Skin itching,
especially when getting warm, better not scratching. Sadness, with restlessness. Easily offended: takes
everything in bad part.
Tuberculinum
Acne simplex in the tubercular children. Rapid breakdown . Takes cold easily; ends in diarrha. Fits of
violent temper. Craves cold milk, or sweets. Drum belly. Skin dry, harsh, sensitive, easily tanned; itching
in cool air. Chilly; yet wants fresh air. Flushes of heat.

Best Homeopathic Remedies For Acne:


1. Pulsatilla:
Pulsatilla is one of the most prominent homeopathic remedies for treating acne in girls during
puberty. When the hormonal changes start to occur in the girls during puberty making them
suffer from various types of irregular menses and acne, Pulsatilla helps effectively. Pulsatilla is
also beneficial for the acne affected individuals who are unable to digest fatty foods. Other signs
and symptoms that direct you to go for this natural homeopathic remedy are feeling to go in the
open, fresh air, sensitivity, and absence of thirst.
2. Natrum Muriaticum:
Natrum Muriaticum (Natrum Mur) is another highly effective natural homeopathic remedy for
mitigating itchy acne with dirty and oily skin. Individuals having acne on their body, face,
hairline, and back with greasy skin are recommended this effective remedy. Other symptoms
that guide you to go for this homeopathic remedy are unusual craving for salty foods,
intolerance to the heat of your skin, feeling better in fresh, open air and by having cool baths,
worsening condition due to fatty foods, heat, and bread, anemia, anxiety, and constipation
3. Silicea:
Silicea is recommended in the cases of acne with offensive, pus formation. It is highly effective
in treating all types of skin problems. Silicea is also an excellent homeopathic remedy for cystic
acne. Some of the symptoms that guide you towards this effective remedy are profuse
perspiration along with acne, complains turn worse in cold weather, obstinate constipation,
swollen lymph glands, and acne on forehead and cheeks.
4. Kali Bromatum:
Kali Bromatum is a great homeopathic remedy for treating all types of acne, be it simple,
pustular, or indurated. This medicine offers good results in treating acne that leaves an ugly
scar. It also treats acne that itches a lot effectively. Some of the symptoms that guide you to this
remedy are prickling or burning big bluish-red pimples, frequent appearance on the forehead,
back, chest, and shoulder, facial skin with blotchy appearance, and aggravation by heat,
anxiety, and mental stress.
5. Sulphur:
Sulfur is the best natural homeopathic remedy for alleviating acne on your back that itches
extremely, particularly at night due to the heat of bed. It also treats acne of back that turns
worse on account of a lot of external application of an ointment. Sulphur is regarded as an
excellent remedy for the people who are suffering from acne pimples on their back and who
possess filthy, unhealthy skin with acne that itches a lot. Another symptom that guides you to go
for this homeopathic remedy is an excessive burning sensation, particularly at the top of your
head and soles of your feet. Also, avoid scratching when you have acne.
6. Hepar Sulphur
Hepar Sulphur is a great homeopathic remedy which is most suited in the cases where acnes
are painful and more in the form of boils & abscesses. This remedy treats acne in adolescents,
who have unhealthy skin and painful and sensitive pimples. Some symptoms that guide you to
go for this homeopathic remedy are small, pear-shaped pimples comprising white pus, bleeding
and ulcerating pimples on scratching, lesions on lips and forehead, aggravation on touching or
washing, and intolerance to cold.
7. Antimonium Crudum:
Antimonium Crudum is regarded as one of the most effective homeopathic remedies for treating
acne eruptions that contains pus and which have a covering of yellow-colored crusts. This
remedy is prescribed for the individuals having pimples on their cheeks that suffer from itching
and burning sensation, which turn worse during the night. Individuals with acne who are
recommended Antimonium Crudum to alleviate the condition usually suffer from the symptoms,
such as craving for sour foods, such as pickles, gastric derangements, and thickly coated white
tongue,
The above mentioned homeopathic medicines have a strong affinity towards acne, but a proper
differentiation between them is equally essential in order to figure out the similimum.
-Written by Dr. Dhanashree, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah

Common remedies for acne


Shared below are some of the common remedies and their indications for acne. Be
advised that none of these remedies should be taken without professional advice.
1. Sulphur
A very common remedy, especially for chronic acne
Rough and hard skin
Acne associated with comedones and constipation
Acne that aggravates with water
Pale, sickly colour of the skin
Spotted redness of face with black pores
Itching intensely in the evening and from warmth
2. Sanguinaria
Useful remedy for acne, especially in women with scanty periods and irregular
circulation of blood
For women with sexual problems
Burning sensations like from hot water; redness and burning of cheeks
Sun headache especially on the right side
Nasal polyps, coryza (inflammation of the mucous membrane) followed by diarrhoea
3. Kali bromatum
General failure of mental power, melancholy, loss of memory
Fidgety, fear of being poisoned, night terrors
Suicidal, numb feeling in the head
Vomiting with intense thirst after every meal
Diabetic
Exaggerated sexual desire in women; sexual excitement during partial slumber in
men
4. Antimoniumcrudum
Small red pimples in the face
Excessive irritability and fretfulness
Thickly coated white tongue
Condition aggravated by heat and cold bathing
Loss of appetite; desire for acidic foods and pickles
Arthritic pain in fingers
Continual drowsiness in old people
5. Arctiumlappa: Long used in traditional Chinese medicine for treatment of acne, its
effectiveness has been proven in homeopathic treatment of acne especially of the
inflammatory type.
Pimples on the head, face and neck
Styes and ulceration on the edge of the eyelids
Frequent urination
Pain in all joints
For women with uterine displacements
6. Natrummuriaticum
Good remedy for acne, remedy acts on sebaceous glands
Dry mucous membranes
Great weakness and weariness
In people with hyperthyroidism, goitre, diabetes, Addisons disease
Irritable, awkward, hasty, wants to be left alone, cries a lot
Depression, especially due to chronic disease
Shortness of breath, flow of tears with cough
Greasy oily skin
Nervous jerking with sleep
7. Asteriasrubens
Indicated for flabby, lymphatic constitution; also indicated in people with breast
cancer
Disposition to pimples at adolescence
Red face; pimples on side of nose, chin and mouth
Axillary glands swollen, hard and knotty
Symptoms worsen with coffee, at night, or cold damp weather
8. Belladonna
Indicated in acne rosaceae
Alternate redness and paleness of skin
Dry, hot and swollen skin
Restlessness; talks fast
Acuteness of all senses
9. Nux vomica
Typical remedy for rather thin, quick, active, nervous and irritable person
Easily chilled; sensitive to all impressions
Dont want to be touched
Yellowish about nose, mouth or eyes
10. Graphites
Cobweb like sensation on the face
Oozy and itching pimples
Dry hard rough skin (face)
Symptoms worse with warmth, before and after periods
Symptom relief in a dark room
11. Calcareaphosphoricum
Indicated in anaemic girls at puberty
Headache and flatulent dyspepsia, relieved by eating
Skin red, prickling like nettles after bath
12. Bovista
Indicated for acne from the use of cosmetics, especially in summers
Itchy skin especially in warm conditions
Pale swelling of cheeks
Restless, sad, easily offended

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