Acne and Cold Sores

A. If your acne is localised on the jawline, and worsens before a menstrual period, I recommend you see a registered herbalist. A herb called Chaste Tree –Vitex agnus-castus balances the hormonal profile. It takes three to six months to correct the problem. There are prescribing rules for Chaste tree, so avoid purchasing without an appointment.

If your acne is more generally spread across the face, or chest and back, then I can recommend the Skin Tonic available on this website. These herbs are designed to act deeply on the skin and immune system.

A good zinc and vitamin A supplement is worthwhile. These nutrients support the skin, minimise scarring and reduce the synthesis of testosterone, which can increase the oil production in the pores.

Reduce stress with exercise and time management. Eat big salads, fish and lean meat. Cold pressed oils are beneficial. Avoid trans fatty acids in baked goods, and margarines, as these can worsen acne.

Cold sores belong to the herpes simplex enveloped virus family – type 1 (HSV1). They usually occur on and around the lips as single or multiple clusters of small blisters. These blisters eventually burst, leaving small, painful ulcers that heal in 10-21 days. The virus then reverts to its dormant state. Outbreaks commonly occur at times of stress, or after exposure to sun or cold winds.

Treat your stress leading up to the wedding with B complex vitamins and relaxing herbal tonics such as the Natural Ange Ltd Stress Less herbal formula available on this website. You can also treat the cold sore specifically by using St Johns Wort (also relaxing and uplifting for the nervous system). Topical herbal creams containing lemon balm and licorice have been shown to inhibit the virus and accelerate healing. The herbs echinacea and astragalus have also proved effective against HSV1 – as have green tea polyphenols.

Taking lysine (1000-3000mg a day) as an amino acid supplement limits the occurrence and severity of cold sores. Zinc also helps heal sores. .

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