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Pimples
White heads, black heads, pus-filled cysts..we all get them. But what can you do about it? Most people get creams or ointments from the drugstore, but what chemicals are in these, and how do they work? First we must answer: "So what are pimples anyway?" Most pimples are caused by a bacteria called Propionibacterium. Prescription skin creams and acne medications contain a compound called benzoyl peroxide which works as an antibiotic against this bacteria.
However, new research has shown that a tincture (an herb soaked in alcohol for a few days up to a few weeks) of thyme has a much higher concentration of benzoyl peroxide. You might even just be able to use thyme essential oil, though I haven't tried that yet. So quit paying for expensive, manufactured treatments at the drugstore and hit up your herb garden instead!
Disclaimer:
I am NOT a certified herbalist. The tips I give here come from experience and herbal remedies I have read about. Consult your physician or herbalist before using herbs for medicinal purposes; if you are on prescription medications and use herbal remedies there could be some unwanted side affects. Some herbs should not be taken while pregnant. Mistakenly identifying herbs and ingesting poisonous plants could lead to injury or death.
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