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Good food for blemishes

Good food for blemishes

Most of us know that feeling when a spot is just below the surface – we just want to get rid of it. No way do we want to nourish blemishes, but you can apply some organic ingredients that will send them away.

Organic thyme extracted from the leaves and flowering tops of the shrub. Thyme is antimicrobial and astringent. Traditionally it has been used as a gargle for sore throats and for soothing coughs.
Plantain leaf is said to soothe and heal many skin conditions. It is toning, astringent (contracts skin tissues), and reduces oil secretions of the skin.
Echinacea herb is used internally as a blood purifier. Externally, it helps speed the healing of skin conditions caused by acne, eczema and other problems. Firms and tones the skin.
Natural green clay is the most absorbent of the clays and is excellent for acne and oily skin. Green clay cleanses, exfoliates, smoothes and softens the skin.
Marshmallow leaf has been used since ancient times as an anti-inflammatory to soothe and heal the skin. Its other name, althea, comes from a Greek word meaning healing. It is said to control oily skin and soothe allergic skin reactions.
Witch hazel leaf extract soothes inflamed skin. It is astringent and anti-inflammatory.
Organic lavender. The pure essential oil from the freshly cut tops of lavender flowers is useful for all skin since it regulates sebum production. It fosters the regeneration of new skin cells and soothes inflamed skin.
Lemon myrtle. The pure essential oil of lemon myrtle leaves and twigs is a potent antibacterial and antiseptic. It is excellent for acne conditions and oily skin.
Tea tree. The pure essential oil from the leaves of the Tea Tree is a potent antiseptic and anti-bacterial and is excellent for the treatment of acne.