Question 1

i heard honey and saltwater works for acne and also coco butter helps remove acne scars. is this really true?

Accepted Answer

No: The only non-prescription medicine that really helps acne is benzoyl peroxide. You owe it to yourself to get prescription treatment; all acne is manageable today with topical / oral meds, and a dermatologist can fill in, laser off, or abrade the scars to make them less conspicuous if that is your wish.

Question 2

can eating honey cause acne?

Accepted Answer

No: The one link that has shown some consistency in studies is that for some people, dairy products exacerbate acne. Giving this up would be a hardship for me. I was surprised to find that chocolate has been exonerated. Most important is that you know that all acne is manageable with today's methods. If topical benzoyl peroxide for two weeks has not cleared you, get with your personal physician.

Question 3

which type of honey is best for acne?

Accepted Answer

Adjunct only: I'm really sorry that your acne isn't being managed scientifically. The best over-the-counter remedy is benzoyl peroxide. If this fails, you need to be under a physician's care. If someone is telling you that acne is your fault or that "natural remedies are the best", you have my sympathy. Phone your physician and make an appointment on your own.

Question 4

is honey and lemon good for treating acne?

Accepted Answer

Logical not proven: Honey and lemon juice may both have antibiotic effectiveness that may diminish acne outbreaks and so it makes sense but I am not sure that its is truly effective in practice and may have other unforeseen complications.

Question 5

can honey help get rid of acne?

Accepted Answer

Go for real Rx: Use "pop" claims like sleeping with your face smeared with honey only as an adjunct. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician. If you are a parent trying to manage your teenager's acne by "pop" remedies rather than getting him/her evidence-based prescription-strength medicine for this serious illness, you're making a bad mistake.

Question 6

does honey & cinnamon powder cures acne marks & pimples?

Accepted Answer

No: This is an adjunct only, and i suspect it is just one more cruel internet prank. If topical benzoyl peroxide 5% 2x/day hasn't cleared you in two weeks, get with your physician for prescription-strength medication. Especially if you acne is producing scarring, you owe it to yourself to get treated by an evidence-based physician without delay.

Question 7

hello. please can i use a mixture of cinnamon and honey to treat my acne? is it really effective?

Accepted Answer

Not studied: I don't think there are any studies on this mixture and its beneficial effects on acne. Your best course is to consult a dermatologist for evaluation and effective treatment to minimise acne breakouts and scarring.

Question 8

i deal with acne for 3 months already and i couldn't get rid of it, i started to use honey and i noticed an improvement,can you use it every day?

Accepted Answer

Get serious Rx: The Azelaic Acid that you've been using for your acne is one of several topical agents that are worth trying. The others are benzoyl peroxide (probably your best), salicylic acid, and (if you can get it) retinoic acid derivatives. However, you didn't get a good response in two weeks, and that means it's time to see your personal physician, especially since you're a female. Honey's not the answer.

Question 9

will honey face masks really cure acne and scarring?

Accepted Answer

Acne Scars: Acne scars that are scalloped or ice-pick in appearance will not be cured by the honey face mask. These types of scars are permanent. Scar revision is aimed at smoothing the contour of the scar. You will still have a scar but it should be less noticeable or more easily covered by make-up.

Question 10

can honey and olive oil make acne go away?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Every person is different and it is best to see a dermatologist so that they can figure out what kind of acne you have and give you proper medication to get rid of it. A product containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid often clears the skin. This does not mean that the acne will clear overnight.

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Hello. please can i use a mixture of cinnamon and honey to treat my acne? is it really effective?

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I deal with acne for 3 months already and i couldn't get rid of it, i started to use honey and i noticed an improvement,can you use it every day?

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