How do I get rid of active acne and pimples - #27632

Avoid oily, spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Drink sufficient quantity of water. Tab. Protekt 2-0-2 Purodil gel for local application. Sy. Amypure 15ml twice a day

Hello Sakshi, Acne , pimples and other skin issues might be due to- 1. Pitta aggravation 2. Oily skin type 3. Intake of oily or junk food 4. Not taking proper care of your skin 5. Use of chemical loaded products 6. Chronic constipation Treatment - 1. Neem ghanvati 1-0-1 after meal 2. Mahamanjisthadi kwath 30ml with 30 ml water twice a day after meal 3. Apply Aloe vera gel after cleaning the face with rosewater 4. Apply kumkumadi tel before bedtime

Follow these - 1. Adequate amount of water 2. Eat antioxidant rich food like amla, beans, green tea, spinach etc 3. Clean your towel and pillowcase every week 4. Avoid using makeup or some chemical product especially before sleeping. 5. Stress management -Through meditation, walking, journaling etc.

Yoga - 1. Anulom vilom 2. Sheetali 3. Sheetkari Follow these and you will definitely get results. Regards, Dr. Anupriya

1.Manjishtadi kwatha tab 2-0-2 before food 2.Khadirarishtam 15ml twice daily after food 3.Thriphaladi churnam 1tsp at night with hot water 4.krimighna vati 1-0-1after food

This above set of medicines will helps to detox your body and the blood ,thus helps to reduce the outbreaks of pimples and reducing scars

Avoid Too spicy oily sweet sour and salty food Chocolates Icecreams and Bakery items Pickles

Take 3-4litres of water/day Have more focus in fruits and vegetables Have some meditation thus helps to reduce stress Have proper sleep and have food in correct times

HELLO SAKSHI,

From an Ayurvedic perspective, acne(known as Yuvan pidika) is primarily caused by an imbalance in the pitta dosha, PITTA- Inflammation, redness, burning, pus KAPHA- oily skin, comedones, whiteheads, cysts VATA- scarring, pigmentation, dark spots

CONTRIBUTING FACTORS -impaired digestion->(Mandagni->Ama) -Blood impurities(rakta dushti) -Hormonal imbalance(especially in women) -Improper skin hygiene -Stress, lack of sleep, poor lifestyle

TREATMENT GOALS 1)balance pitta and clears toxins 2)improve digestion- agni deepana 3)blood purification- rakta sodhana 4)regulate hormones 5)promote skin healing and scar reduction

TREATMENT PLANNED FOR YOU

INTERNAL 1)GANDHAK RASAYANA- 1 tab twice daily after meals= 8-12 weeks continue

2)AROGYAVARDHINI VATI- 1 tab twice daily after meals= 12 weeks

3)NIMBADI GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice daily after meals= 8-12 weeks

4)MAHAMANJISTHADI KWATH- 20 ml+40 ml water twice daily before meals= 3+ months

5)SARIVADYASAVA- 15ml+equal water after meals twice daily= 2 months

PANCHAKARMA ADVISED IF FEASIBLE -VIRECHANA(purgation) -RAKTAMOKSHAANA(leech therapy) -NASYA(nasal drops)

EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS

1)CLEANSER(daily use) -Triphala decoction(cooled)- use as a gentle wash -Neem water- antibacterial -Herbal face wash with turmeric, aloe, neem

2)FACEPACKS(2-3 TIMES/WEEK)

-multani mitti+ neem powder+ turmeric+ rose water= anti-acne, reduces oil, clears pores

-Sandalwood powder+milk+manjistha powder= for pigmentation, cooling effect

-Massor dal paste + milk or rose water= lightens acne scars

apply for 15-20 minutes, wash off with cool water.

3)OILS FOR ACNE MARKS AND GLOW -KUMKUMADI TAILA- scar reduction, pigmentation lightening, glow -JATYADI TAILA(if active acne present)- anti-inflammatory, heals eruptions -NEEM OIL(DILUTED)- potent antibacterial

apply thin layer before bed

DIET:-

EAT -BITTER AND ASTRINGENT TASTES- neem, bitter gourd, amla, bottle gourd -COOLING FOODS- coconut water, cucumber, coriander -FRUITS- amla, pomegranate, guava, apple -WHOLE GRAINS- red rice, barley, wheat(avoid polished rice) -WATER- warm water, triphala-soaked water(overnight infusion) -DETOX TEAS- cumin-fennel-coriander seed decoction

AVOID -milk+salt, curd+fruits, banana+mmilk-> virrudha ahara(incompatible) -excess oily, fried, spicy, sour foods-pickles, chips -chocolates, ice creams, caffeinated and carbonated drinks -late night meals, irregular eating -smoking, alcohol, junk food

LIFESTYLE GUIDELINES -wake up before 6 AM- aligns with brahma muhurta, boosts healing

-Oil massage- 2 times/week with neem oil or coconut oil

-Yoga- Suryanamaskar, sarvangasana, matsyasana, trikonasana etc

-PRANAYAM- anulom vilom, sheetali, bhramari- cools pitta

-Adequate sleep- 7-8 hours of undisturbed sleep crucial for skin regeneration

-Face hygiene- don’t touch face often, clean pillow covers weekly, avoid harsh scrubbing.

MENTAL - EMOTIONAL -chronic skin disorders often correlate with repressed emotions, stress, or frustration -Daily 10 minute meditation, journaling, or mantra chanting helps reduce cortisol, which worsen acne.

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Don’t worry Sakshi,

You’ll definitely get relief 😌

First of all avoid excessive spicy, sour and salty food,oily,sesame seeds etc.

And start taking, 1.Mahamanjishtadi kwath 20ml +20ml lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. 2.khadirarishta 20ml +20ml lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 3.Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing 4.Gandhak rasayana 1-1-1 5.Haridrakhand 1tsf with 10ml of Panchtikta ghrita once in a day.

**Apply paste of Neem bark over your face.

Follow up after 1 month. TAKE CARE 😊

If you have any doubt, feel free to ask.

Kind Regards, DR.ISHA ASHOK BHARDWAJ

Hello Sakshi I can understand your concern regarding chronic Acne and oily sensitive skin but dont worry we are here to help you out 😊

✅ AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1 Manjisthadi KS tab 2-0-2 before breakfast and dinner ( blood purifier)

2 Sarivasavam 30ml-0-30 ml after breakfast and dinner ( balances pitta)

3 Mahatiktakam ghrita 1 tsp at bed time follwed by warm water ( internal healing at level of skin)

✅EXTERNAL CARE

👉Face wash Use herbal face wash with neem, tulsi, manjishtha.

👉 Neem-turmeric paste: Apply fresh neem leaves paste + pinch turmeric, 15 min, wash with lukewarm water, 2–3 times a week.

👉Sandalwood pack: Sandalwood powder + rose water, apply 20 min, reduces redness & scars.

👉Kumkumadi Tailam (very light application at night on spots) – for scars, pigmentation.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

❌ Avoid

Fried, spicy, oily, junk food, chocolates, cold drinks, late-night sleep. Excess milk, paneer, curd at night.

✅ Include

Warm water throughout day (helps reduce oiliness). Fresh fruits: pomegranate, apple, papaya, watermelon. Vegetables: bottle gourd, ridge gourd, leafy greens.

Detox drink: Boil ½ tsp coriander seeds + ½ tsp fennel seeds + 1 tsp neem leaves in 2 cups water, reduce to 1 cup, drink once daily (morning).( ❗IMPORTANT)

✅ LIFESTYLE TIPS

👉Sleep by 10.30–11 pm (late nights worsen acne). 👉Manage stress (do Anulom Vilom, Shitali pranayama). 👉Wash face 3–4 times/day with plain water (no harsh soaps). 👉Do not squeeze pimples – it worsens scarring.

➡️Your acne is due to internal heat + toxin buildup, not just external oiliness.

➡️ Ayurveda focuses on purifying blood, balancing liver & hormones, and calming Pitta-Kapha.

Be patient and consistent – your skin will heal naturally and scars will lighten with time ✨

Wish you a glowing, acne free, clear skin😊

Warm. Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

Dear Sakshi, Thank you for sharing your concern. As you are experiencing acne for the past 4 years with oily, sensitive skin, frequent pustular eruptions (2–3 new pimples daily with pus/seed), and post-acne dark spots & scars, this indicates Pitta–Kapha imbalance with Rakta dushti (impure blood) and excess meda (oil/sebum). The repeated eruptions suggest deep-seated inflammation and weak skin healing.

Ayurveda’s approach will be to purify the blood, balance Pitta–Kapha, reduce oiliness, and support scar healing.

🔍 Recommended Investigations

1. CBC, ESR – to check systemic inflammation. 2. Fasting blood sugar & HbA1c – to rule out insulin resistance. 3. Hormonal profile (if acne flares with cycles): LH, FSH, Testosterone, Prolactin. 4. Vitamin D & B12 levels.

💊 Internal Medicine

Phase 1 – Shodhana & Pitta–Kapha Shamana (First 4 weeks)

1. Nimbadi Kwatha – 15 ml with 30 ml of warm water, twice daily before meals (blood purifier, anti-acne). 2. Gandhaka Rasayana – 2 tabs twice daily after meals (antibacterial, reduces pus formation). 3. Arogyavardhini Vati – 2 tabs twice daily after meals (liver detox, regulates oil secretion).

Phase 2 – Rasayana & Scar Healing (From week 4 onwards)

1. Manjishthadi Kwatha – 20 ml with equal water, twice daily (for pigmentation & scars). 2. Kumaryasava – 15 ml with equal water after meals, twice daily (balances Pitta, supports skin health). 3. Sariva syrup (Hemidesmus indicus) – 10 ml with water, twice daily (cools blood, reduces sensitivity).

🌿 External Applications

1. Face wash: Use mild herbal cleanser (neem, tulsi, or multani mitti) twice daily. 2. Spot treatment: Apply paste of neem + turmeric or lodhra + rose water on active pimples. 3. For scars: Apply kumkumadi taila or manjishtha + aloe vera gel at night (thin layer). 4. Avoid over-washing – only twice a day; frequent washing worsens oil rebound.

🥗 Diet & Lifestyle

Pathya (Recommended):

1. Light, warm, easily digestible diet. 2. Bitter foods – neem leaves, karela, methi, turmeric. 3. Fresh fruits – pomegranate, apple, papaya, guava. 4. Drink coriander seed water / fennel water daily for Pitta balance. 5. Keep bowels clear – Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime.

Apathya (Avoid):

1. Spicy, fried, junk food, chocolates. 2. Excess dairy (milk, paneer, cheese). 3. Fermented foods (pizza, bakery items). 4. Late nights, excessive stress (triggers breakouts).

🧘‍♀️ Yoga & Lifestyle

1. Asanas: Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Paschimottanasana (improves hormonal balance). 2. Pranayama: Sheetali & Anulom Vilom (10 min daily for Pitta cooling). 3. Wash pillow covers & face towels frequently. 4. Avoid touching/squeezing pimples (prevents scarring). 5. Maintain 7–8 hrs of sleep daily.

🌸 With Kind Regards

May your skin gradually clear, inflammation reduce, and scars lighten with consistent internal purification and gentle external care. Patience and regularity are key.

– Dr. Sumi

Start with Khadirarist 10ml twice daily after food with water Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Kamdudharas 1-0-1 after food with water Apply Divya kanti lep mix with rose water and apply on face, keep for 10 minutes and wash with clean water, Do this twice weekly. Avoid spicy fried foods. Drink adequate amount of water.

1.Kaishore Guggulu 2 tab twice daily 2.Khadirarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water, twice daily 3.Neem Tablets 2 tab empty stomach in the morning 4.Triphala tablets 2 tab with warm water at bed time 5.Nalpamaradi tail-for application

Use neem or triphala water face cleansing

Avoid sour and spicy food Avoid fried and fast food Avoid packaged food items Avoid using harsh chemical products on face

Addressing acne requires a comprehensive approach, especially with your skin type and history. According to Ayurveda, acne can be attributed to an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which governs heat and metabolism. This often leads to excess sebum production and inflammation, both common in oily and sensitive skin types. Let’s explore some strategies that might help you to manage and prevent acne breakouts.

Firstly, you could focus on your diet, as it plays a significant role in balancing Pitta and clearing the skin. Try to avoid spicy, oily, and excessively hot foods because these can aggravate Pitta. Instead, incorporate cooling and moisturizing foods, like cucumbers, melons, and green leafy vegetables. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day will aid in flushing toxins. Herbal teas, like chamomile or mint, can help in soothing the system.

Skincare is another pivotal component. Even though you practice it 4-5 days a week, consider adopting a more consistent routine. Gently cleanse your face twice daily with a mild ayurvedic cleanser that includes ingredients like neem, which is antibacterial, and sandalwood, known for cooling. It’s important not to over-cleanse as it can irritate sensitive skin further. Nourish your skin with natural oils like jojoba or rosehip in small amounts.

On the therapeutic side, applying a paste of sandalwood and turmeric on the affected areas can help reduce inflammation and prevent scarring. Both these ingredients have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which could benefit your condition. For the active acne, a paste of triphala with water may also help in detoxification; apply it on the pimples before bed.

Lifestyles modifications can make a big difference too. Reducing stress through yoga or meditation can positively affect hormone levels influencing acne. Ensure you get adequate sleep! It’s when the body repairs itself, influencing skin health directly.

Remember the pathway to clear skin in Ayurveda takes time and consistency. If these methods don’t show improvement, consider consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner directly for a personalized regimen.

HELLO SAKSHI,

Your skin issue seems to be a combination of -Comedones(blocked pores- whiteheads and blackheads -Inflammatory acne- pustules with pain -sensitive skin, worsened by touching/ popping acne.

In Ayurveda, this typically relates to an imbalance in pitta and kapha doshas -pitta aggravation-> inflammation, redness,irritation -Kapha aggravation-> oiliness, clogged pores

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals =purifies blood , reduces inflammation

2) NEEM CAPSULES= 2 cap daily in morning =detoxifies blood and skin

3) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =helps regulate liver and skin health

4) MANJISTHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey after meals =reduces pigmentation and pitta

5) TRIPHALA CHURNA= at bedtime 1 tsp with warm water =detox and digestion support

TOPICAL CARE- FOR SENSITIVE, ACNE-PRONE SKIN

CLEANSING(twice daily) -mild herbal cleanser with neem, tulsi or aloe vera =avoid foaming, drying cleansers

TONING(very helpful) -rose water or diluted apple cider vinegar(few drops in water) =dab lightly using cotton- reduces inflammation

MOISTURIZING -aloe vera gel(Pure) or kumkumadi taila(non comedogenic versions) at night in very small quantity =avoid heavy creams or oils

SPOT TREATMENT -paste of neem + turmeric + sandalwood with rosewater- apply on acne spots only

DIET AND LIFESTYLE(very important)

AVOID -fried, oily, spicy, and fermented foods -milk and dairy esp. cold milk or panner -excess sugar or junk foods -heavy night meals or late eating

INCLUDE -warm water sipping through the day. -fresh fruits- pomegranate, papaya ,amla -light, digestible meals -turmeric in food or golden milk at night if tolerated

MIND AND DIGESTION CONNECTION -stress increases acne. Try pranayam(anulom-vilom, sheetali) daily -Maintain bowel regularity with triphala or fibrous food (flaxseeds, warm water with lemon in morning)

SIMPLE HOME AYURVEDIC MASK -1 tsp multani mitti -1/4 tsp turmeric -1/2 tsp sandalwood powder -rose water to make a paste apply gently, avoid scrubbing, leave for 10-15 minutes and rinse with cool water. Follow with aloe vera.

WHAT TO AVOID -scrubbing or over washing -picking or popping acne(can trigger more irritation even if no scarring now) -overuse of cosmetic products or facials -using hot water on face

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

To address persistent acne, we must understand how your dosha imbalances are contributing. In Ayurveda, acne is often linked to excess Pitta dosha, characterized by heat and inflammation, and sometimes aggravated by Kapha, leading to oiliness and blockages.

Begin by rebalancing your internal and external environment. Incorporate foods that are cooling and Pitta-pacifying into your diet, such as cucumber, cilantro, and melon. Avoid spicy, oily, and fried foods, which can exacerbate Pitta and trigger breakouts. Maintain regular meal times to support agni, or digestive fire, which is crucial for maintaining overall skin health.

For daily skincare, use a gentle, natural cleanser twice a day to remove excess oil without stripping your skin’s natural barrier. Avoid anything too abrasive or harsh. Aloe vera gel or rose water can be applied as a toner, calming the skin and reducing inflammation.

Apply a warm, cumin-and-turmeric-infused oil if your skin tolerates it; this helps balance Pitta and promote healing. A paste of sandalwood and turmeric can serve as a natural spot treatment for active pimples. Remember to keep your skin moisturizer light, ideally with ingredients like neem or licorice, which are beneficial for soothing inflammation and reducing post-acne scarring.

Continue regular detoxification through practices like sipping warm water or herbal teas with fennel or mint throughout the day to flush out toxins. Don’t forget internal practices such as yoga and meditation to manage stress, a common Pitta trigger.

If these remedies don’t lead to improvement after a few weeks, consider consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner for a detailed personal assessment and customized treatments, possibly involving purificatory therapies like Panchakarma. Immediate medical attention may not be necessary unless there’s severe infection or acne turns cystic, but ongoing symptoms warrant seeking professional advice.

Don’t worry take arogya vardini vati 1tab bd, mahamanjsiadhi kada 20ml bd,kukumadhi tail,kaishora Guggulu 1tab bd Enough