Question 1

will aloe vera lotion aggrevate acne?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Keep aloe vera off your face and anything else you find in your house.  Do not pick your face.  Things that trigger acne include sun damage, lack of sleep, hormones, genetics, and stress.

Question 2

does aloe vera cause acne?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If you are using an oily preparation it certainly can trigger it.  Keep aloe vera off your face and anything else you find hanging around your house.  Lack of sleep, stress, hormones, genetics, and sun damage causes acne.

Question 3

is it possible that aloe vera worsen acne?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The skin is a chaotic system and many different things can make acne flare.

Question 4

is it true that aloe vera removes acne scarring?

Accepted Answer

No: I do not believe there are any studies to show that aloe vera is an effective treatment for scarring.  It works for sunburn as an antinflamamtory product, but I do not believe it would be effective for scar therapy.

Question 5

does fruit of the earth aloe vera gel help with acne?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Your best friend is topical benzoyl peroxide 5% 2x/day. If you're not clear in two weeks, get with your personal physician for some prescription rx that's right for you.

Question 6

does aloe vera shrink and fade keloids cause by acne ?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: No reason not use Aloe except that it will most likely not cause any significant imporvement

Question 7

can aloe vera help in removing acne and pimples..??if it can.. how??

Accepted Answer

Aloe vera: Aloe vera has been found to be useful in treating superficial burns and some GI issues.  There is little if no evidence on aloe possessing antibacterial properties or being of much help to treat acne.  Contact dermatitis has documented with prolonged topical use.

Question 8

is it a good idea to use aloe vera for my face and acne?

Accepted Answer

Neutral: Aloe vera is not harmful usually to skin and may help with many conditions like skin injury, sun born, traumatic burns, wounds, etc.. However, I do not knowm of any proven benefit of aloe vera for acne. Rather, it might make keeping pores open and clean somewhat harder to do. Ask your doctor about this.

Question 9

is it true that aloe vera can be used to get rid of acne redness?

Accepted Answer

Facial redness: It can help, but other moisturizers are also available you might try coconut oil.

Question 10

can i use the aloe vera plant overnight for acne?

Accepted Answer

A few options: For over the counter methods try using products that have benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alcohol, and acetone. For prescription treatments you may be prescribed antibiotics, retinoids or vitamin a derivatives, azelaic acid, oral contraceptives, or spironolactone. Always ask a dermatologist about the possible affects and the risks vs benefits of each treatment. Make sure it's best for you.

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