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Constant acne on face - #3421
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I have tried, allopathy, homeopathy, ayurvedic with clean diet still the acne on my face keeps on coming one after the other and i dont have any issue with my stomach or gut as i have regular bowel movements
Age: 25
Chronic illnesses: None
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In Ayurveda, persistent acne, despite a clean diet and treatments, often points to an imbalance in the "Pitta" dosha, which governs the skin, digestion, and metabolism. While your gut health might seem unaffected, Pitta can manifest through skin issues like acne due to internal heat, stress, or emotional imbalances. This heat could be rising from the digestive system (even if it feels fine) or it may be linked to hormonal imbalances, excess acidity, or emotional factors like stress or anger.
To address this, a combination of cooling and detoxifying treatments is recommended. Incorporating herbs like Neem, Turmeric, and Brahmi can help cool Pitta, while avoiding spicy, oily, and acidic foods. Regular use of gentle, cooling oils like coconut or sandalwood for external application can help calm the skin. Stress management practices such as meditation, yoga, or pranayama can also play a significant role in balancing Pitta.
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So frustrating, right? You’re doing *everything* by the book and still, this acne issue persists. But let’s dig a bit deeper into this. Even when bowel movement's are regular, it doesn’t always mean that digestive fire (agni) is in balance. Sometimes, there's, subtler gut issues that don't immediately show up in digestion patterns but manifest as skin problems.
In Ayurveda, acne is often seen as a Pitta imbalance, sometimes combined with Kapha. Pitta governs heat and inflammation so any internal heat can trigger skin breakouts, even if you feel otherwise alright. Try observing if you consume too many spicy, fried, or oily foods, as these can exacerbate Pitta–do you notice a pattern after consuming such foods?
Actually, minor lifestyle tweaks might help here. Start your morning with a glass of warm water with a teaspoon of lemon juice. It’s a small step but often helps cleanse the system. Practice some light yoga or go for a morning walk. Breathing exercises (Pranayama), especially Sitali Pranayama, can be great for cooling Pitta.
For food, emphasize cooling and purifying foods. Think along the line of cucumbers, leafy greens, pomegranates, and cilantro. Avoid, if possible, nightshades like tomatoes and chilies since they can be Pitta aggravating.
Consider using a herbal paste—like turmeric and sandalwood with rose water applied at night on affected areas. Slightly messy but can work wonders with consistency. Neem, whether as a powder or juice, is another powerful ally in purifying the blood and can be included in your regimen.
Stress is also such an influential aspect of skin health. Do things that calm your mind—mindful breathing, maybe some meditative practice before sleeping, reducing screen time just a bit.
Ultimately, make sure to re-evaluate your overall approach to balance the doshas. Sometimes, it's not just one solution, but an array, a combination of little changes. But, if distress continues, connect with a qualified health provider for a personalized, in-depth approach.
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