Question 1

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 2

hello there doctor. can hot water with lemon and honey cause acne or pimples?

Accepted Answer

Anything is possible: pimples are caused and perpetuated by a variety of factors - see your dermatologist who can take a good history and advise appropriately.  It is unlikely but remotely possible that your lemon and honey contributed somewhat to a breakout if its not something you usually eat.

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

does honey and lemon juice help clear up acne?

Accepted Answer

No: At best, these are adjuncts. Your mainstay of treatment is over-the-counter topical benzoyl peroxide. If you are not clear in two weeks, get with your personal physician who may add a topical retinoic acid derivative, topical clindamycin, a systemic antibiotic or some other agent. All acne can be managed nowadays and you deserve the benefits of 21st-century treatment.

Question 10

is it good to use honey and cinnamon for acne scars?

Accepted Answer

Worthless: It will just attract insects. I'm sorry you weren't treated as you should have been. If you want the scars less visible, a dermatologist can treat them with a laser, dermabrasion, microsurgery or a filler. Be sure this is what you want -- several hollywood men kept theirs for the 'tough guy' look.

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