Clove Oil is said to be effective in treating acne. Clove oil has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Clove oil contains eugenol – a substance, which has antibacterial properties. Many people believe that clove oil can clear cystic acne, reducing swelling as it kills infection.
Why clove oil is effect on acne treatment
People who suffer from acne found that many anti-acne products in the market contain harsh chemicals and compounds. But clove oil is a different product. Clove oil is naturally derived from the clove plant and has shown some promise in acne treatment. The oil contains a substance called eugenol, which has antibacterial properties. Clove oil also possesses antiseptic, analgesic, and local anesthetic properties.
Clove oil has been used hundreds of years for treating a variety of ailments, including coughing, toothache, headache, stress and skin care.
According a study conducted in China in 2009, scientists tested clove oil in treating Propionibacterium acnes, the major acne-causing skin bacterium. The researchers found that clove oil had a significant effect against bacteria, potentially limiting its growth.
How to use clove oil for acne treatment
You should not use pure clove oil on the skin. You should always use a carrier oil (grapeseed oil, almond oil, coconut oil or jojoba oil) to dilute it before applying it to the skin.
How to make a remedy with clove oil:
– Prepare a small bottle
– Add 1 table spoon of grapeseed oil or almond oil into the bottle
– Add 2 drops of clove oil into the bottle
– Mix them by shaking the bottle
– Apply it onto acne (do not on the entire face)
– Gently massaging it in with your fingertips
Do you own test by following the method:
– If you can see the improvement, and no damage on the skin, then continue using it.
– If your skin is sensitive to it, then stop using it.
– If there is no improvement and no damage on the skin, then add 2 more drops of clove oil to the bottle, and apply it to the affected spots. Continue this test until find the best dosage.
Please note, do not use pure clove oil onto your skin because it may burn your skin. Please keep in mind, clove oil may have effect in treat some type of acne, but may not work for everyone. When applying clove oil for acne treatment, you should know that, there are some risks associated with its use. In 2006, a British study found that the substance called eugenol in clove oil has effect to damage bacteria, but it damages human skin cells as well. So please consult your doctor before using it.
For more information about natural remedies and alternative cures for acne, go to Natural Remedies Center: http://www.naturalremediescenter.com/treat/acne/
