Homeopathy Medicines and Skin Care, Products for Oily Skin

Oily skin is the result of hormone (androgen) fluctuation that leads to increase in sebum production. In women this often happens during puberty, just before menstruation, during pregnancy and during menopause. Oily skin is a magnet for dirt and dust, which quickly accrue and clog pores. Clogged pores lead to acne, blackheads and other skin imperfections. Homeopathy for oily skin

Cosmetic abuse and skin ill effects

Skin care cosmetic product that may contain synthetic fragrance, phthalates, sulfates, parabens etc are considered toxic that may harm your skin. As per NCBI study redness (20%) and pimples (15%) and itching (13%) were the commonly reported adverse reactions. Beauty products that have alpha-hydroxy acid may cause swelling or puffiness, with redness that may turn to blisters. This puffiness is caused by allergic reaction to its ingredients. Homeopaths recommend a medicine called Bovista made from puff ball fungus that replicates these characteristics. Dr Vikas Sharma, a homeopath says “Bovista Lycoperdon is the most significant remedy that offers help in treating acne that arise or worsen with the use of cosmetic products. This acne is mainly papular. Swelling of cheeks may be noted along with the acne” . Dr K S Gopi adds “Facial pimples, dark skin or any other skin affection caused by the injudicious use of cosmetic products can benefit from the use of the remedy Bovista which is used to clear the skin.”

Homeopathy Medicines for Oily Skin

Berberis Aquifolium30 is among the top remedies for oily skin, and clear complexion. For Waxy, yellowish white skin, especially on face. A skin tonic for blotches and pimples. It will clear scars leave by pimples. Berberis aquifolium makes the skin fair, clear and glowing.

Mercurius Sol 30 when skin is always moist and greasy, with a pale, earthly, dirty-looking, puffy appearance. Pustular pimples are seen on face. Person perspires especially at night that is odorous and viscid.

Natrum Mur 30 is excellent medicine for oily skin, where the skin is greasy, oily, especially on the hairy ody parts. The face becomes oily and shiny , as if greased and there is earthy complexion of face. Natrum mur person is depressed and introverted. They show a tendency to weep easily. They cannot cry in front of others. They cannot tolerate heat in any form, especially sun heat. They have a special craving for salt and salty foods.

Plumbum met 200 is best for oily skin, where the skin , especially the face is greasy and shiny. Face is ash colored, pale, yellow, and corpse- like with sunken cheeks. Skin is oversensitive to open air.

Psorinum 200 is another best remedy for oily skin that gives a pale, sickly, dirty, puffy look of skin , especially face. Sweat or Sebaceous glands are hyperactive, so excess sebum is produced, resulting pimples on face. Red, small pimples on face. Extreme sensitivity to cold is a leading symptom of Psorinum. Profuse sweating, which is offensive.

Silicea 200 is good in correcting oily skin, where the skin , especially the face is delicate, pale, and waxy. Due to excess production of sebum pus filled pimples are seen on the face. Silicea will heal this pimples , without leaving any scar, or dark color. Silicea person sweat easily. Offensive sweat, especially on hands and axilla

Adel 12 Dercut Drops is an excellent homeopathic medicine for broad range of general skin diseases like psoriasis, pimples(Acne vulgaris), eczema, neurodermatitis (scaly skin patches that itch), rash at puberty boils, herpes zoster, insect bite, including interigo and urticaria. Adel 12 treats intestines & excretory organs to metabolize and eliminate toxins

Dr.Reckeweg R21 Reconstituant drops (for affections of blood and skin) is indicated for chronic eczema (skin condition that makes it red and itchy, common in children, usually accompanied by asthma or hay fever). R21 drops treats skin disease that did not get cured by allopathic or other treatments. It brings about constitutional improvement in cases associated with skin diseases by increasing reactivity.

Homeopathic cosmetic products for Oily Skin

B&T Cleansing Neem Face Wash, soap free formula enriched with Neem, Calendula, Echinacea angustifolia, Berberis, cleanses the skin and prevents pimples. Washes away excess oil which attracts dirt and bacteria. Use regularly for clear, fresh and soft skin. Dermatologically Tested.

Bio Valley angel gloss complexion cream from Bio Valley is A light moisturizing cream specially formulated to to clear pigmentation, sun damage, acne, scars and promote clear, fresh radiant skin. It gently exfoliates, maintains the pH balance of skin, regulate secretion of sweat or oily glands and nourish all skin types.

Bakson S Cure Cream – all round homeopathic skin protection cream indicated for Acne, pigmentation, sun burn, scarring and boils. Gives your skin a fresh radiant look by addressing dry, rough scaly and itchy skin

Bakson Sunny Peel Off mask is a rejuvenating mask that gently peels away deep-sealed impurities and dirt. Its aloevera content soothes skin while moisturizing ensuring silky-smooth look. Calendula and berberies provide nourishment and deliver anti-inflammatory treatment to the skin making it toned, beautiful young and glowing after every use.

Sbl Wipeclear Acne Lotion is an excellent antiseptic lotion and which clears acne, pimples, boils and blotches.

Lords Cleano face wash cleans dirt and excess sebum from the surface of the skin. Cleano face wash is enriched with natural Anti bacterial and moisturizing properties like tea tree oil, aloevera extract, berberis extract and rosemary extract. It contains vitamin E which is Antioxidant capability of inhibiting free radical damage on the skin