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Acne - #20699

Aniket Gupta
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I have acne and red bumps on my face on the cheeck area. The acne and bumps keeps on coming and is very irritating and painful sensation. The redness never goes. Please suggest me some home remedies and food habits to adopt to get rid of this.

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Diet

Add coconut water, cucumber, mint, leafy vegetable ,legumes Drink water

Avoid spicy, oily, fermented foods – outside packed food

Cut down on dairy and sugar – these increase Kapha and cause breakouts.

Drink warm water with turmeric Reduces inflammation and brightens skin.

MahaManjisthadi kadha 15ml twice with water after meal Blood purifier, great for chronic acne and skin dullness.

Triphala churn half tbs with luke warm water before bedtime Supports digestion and detox, essential for clear skinn Skincare

Neem or sandalwood face packs – reduce acne

Multani mitti – for oily skin and brightening.

Sleep 6 to 7hrs

Practice yoga and pranayama to improve circulation and reduce stress.

Wash face with water 3 4 times P Use Ayurvedic antidandruff shampoo if you have dandruff

Reduce screen time and avoid late-night eating

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Avoid addiction if any. Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Neem 2-0-2 Tab.Septillin 2-0-2 Purodil gel for local application

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1.Kaya kalpa vati - 1 tab twice daily before food with lukewarm water 1.Divya Keshore Guggulu - 2.Divya Nimb Ghanvati - Take 1 tablets from each, twice a day with lukewarm water, half an hour after breakfast and dinner. Divya Mahamanjishtharishta- Divya Khadirarishtha - Take 4 teaspoons (2 teaspoons from each) of the medicine and mix with 4 teaspoons of water and take after breakfast and dinner.

Increase Vegetables & Greens Eat Home-Cooked, Warm Foods – Favor khichdi, soups, dal, and rice instead of processed food. Limit Sugar, Dairy & Fried Foods Drink Fresh Turmeric-Ginger Tea – Daily, boil 1-inch turmeric + ½ inch ginger in water & sip warm. Daily 1 tsp Amla Powder with Honey Consume Triphala Churna at Night – ½ tsp with warm water Drink 1 glass of cumin-coriander-fennel (CCF) tea after meals. Avoid cold drinks, raw salads at night, and heavy meals. Daily 5 Almonds + 1 Walnut for (soaked overnight) Start Daily Walking (20-30 mins) – Practice Anulom Vilom & Bhramari Pranayama

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Avoid spicy food, fermented foods, maida, fried food, bekary food, potato, cold beverages, more intake of tea or coffee, avoid stress if any Frequently wash your face with fresh water Use face mask while going out side Apply yashtimadhu+chandana powder mixed with rose water and apply Have more water Have more salad Have coconut water daily

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Avoid oily, spicy foods Take high protein Eat fruits Drink plenty of water Avoid sun exposure Neem ghan vati two times a day Mahamanjistadi kasaya 20ml two times a day with warm water before food

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These symptoms are purely pittaj Use aloevera gel over your skin daily with multani mitti or curd. Amla juice + giloy juice every day Nimbadi vati twice a day Diet-avoid spicy,oily,outside food

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Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Khadirarist 10ml twice daily after food with water Avoid spicy sugary foods. Wash face only once with mild soap, rest just wash with clean tapid water

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Avoid dairy, sugary and processed foods, fried foods, spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol, over-washing, harsh skincare, picking acne, stress, smoking, and lack of sleep.

Gently massage Brahmi oil onto the acne bumps. Leave it overnight and wash it off the next morning.

Take 1 tsp Triphala powder with warm water at night before bed.

Take 1 tsp Manjishtha powder with warm water or honey (preferably in the morning).

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Hello it seems to be vitiated Pitta dosha… 1) syp shodhaka… 10 ml 2 times a day 2) Madiphala rasayana… 10ml 2 times before food 3)A clear ointment on pimples night 4) Unishade face cream…

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Many individuals experience persistent acne and red bumps, particularly around the cheeks, often due to certain dosha imbalances. In Ayurveda, such skin issues frequently point to an imbalance in Pitta dosha, which governs heat and metabolism in the body.

To address this, focus on incorporating cooling and soothing practices into your daily routine. Begin with dietary adjustments: consider reducing your intake of spicy, oily, and acidic foods such as chilies, deep-fried snacks, and citrus fruits. Instead, opt for Pitta-pacifying foods like sweet, cool, and light items. Include plenty of fresh fruits like pears, papaya, and cherries that are anti-inflammatory. Cucumber is another excellent choice, as it naturally cools the system.

Another practical change is to sip on herbal teas such as chamomile or fennel, which can have a calming effect on both the skin and the mind. Make sure your hydration levels are maintained; this assists the body to flush out toxins more effectively — aim for 8-10 glasses of water, daily.

In terms of home remedies, applying a paste of sandalwood powder mixed with rose water can help reduce redness and inflammation. Use it as a facial mask a few times a week. Another option is to mix turmeric with a bit of honey and apply it directly to affected areas for about 20 minutes before rinsing off gently — this can help to combat bacteria and soothe the skin.

Stay mindful of lifestyle habits too. Stress aggravates Pitta, so incorporate some stress-relieving practices such as yoga or meditation — setting time aside even a few minutes a day can help stabilize your emotions and thus, your skin. Additionally, always use non-comedogenic and gentle skincare products to avoid further irritation.

Should you notice continuous, severe flare-ups, consulting with a healthcare provider can give deeper insights and personalized care.

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