Acne laser treatment is among the most popular acne treatments. However, non-invasive treatments for acne will help patients to avoid the risks associated with laser treatment. These include both the cost, which can be anywhere between $300 and $2,500 depending on the severity of the condition and the type of treatment, and side effects such as discoloration, crusting and skin swelling.
Proper Diet
Maintaining a proper diet is a safe alternative to acne laser treatment, and a good way to prevent an outbreak in the first place. Proper diet helps in the exfoliation of the skin and in maintaining hormonal balance. Tips include:
- Extra virgin olive oil prevents damage to the skin tissue
- Daily foods should be fat free
- Avoid junk foods such as burgers and French fries
- Eat foods that have omega-3 such as flax seed and salmon
- Avoid foods that have omega-6 fats such as soybeans, sunflower and corn
- Avoid foods that heat up the body, such as garlic, coffee and spices
- Avoid processed foods
- Eat fresh fruits and vegetables
- Avoid microwaved food and sugars, since they contain mocoid plaque
- Reduce alcohol consumption
Nutritional Supplements
To fight acne, the body needs supplements such as Vitamin A, Vitamin E and zinc. Since it is difficult to find foods that contain zinc and some vitamins, consider getting nutritional supplements. However, only ingest the right amount to prevent harmful effects. Zinc reduces acne symptoms by reducing inflammation and by enhancing the immune system.
Exercise
If you exercise, your body's metabolism rate is increased and you are able to burn fats more effectively and efficiently. This will help in weight loss. Acne is a common condition in overweight and obese people. Cardiovascular exercises help to prevent the condition.
Natural Acne Cures
Make sure you do extensive research before purchasing a natural acne cure. The advantages of natural cures are that they treat the root of the cause of acne, they have no side effects, they are cheaper than medicines and acne laser treatment, and they are readily available. Proven natural acne cures are:
- Tea tree oil, which is readily available online and offline. Tea tree is a plant found Australia and the oil works by fighting acne-causing bacteria.
- Aloe Vera treats acne and other medical conditions.
- Drinking at least 64 ounces of water every day, since water has a great effect on the skin and on the general health.
- Green tea works against acne by fighting the acne-causing bacteria.
- Natural berry juice is an antioxidant that works against acne.
Acne laser treatment has several benefits such as the fact that it is effective, it has no after-pains and it has quick results, but you should consider alternatives to this treatment. These treatments are cheaper and they treat the root cause of the problem - not the symptom.
