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| QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | |||
| BLACK DERMOGRAPHISM | |||
| BLOTCHY, RED FACE | |||
| BULLOUS PEMPHIGOID | |||
| COCONUT OIL | |||
| DISCOLORATION | |||
| DYSHIDROSIS | |||
| ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS | |||
| IODINE | |||
| REMEDIES NEEDED | |||
| ROSEMARY LOTION | |||
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Remedies for Skin Conditions
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BLACK DERMOGRAPHISM
02/28/2012: Jen from Bozeman, Mt, Us: "I have been wearing my 14k gold wedding ring for 15 years now. I have never had any problems with it before but suddenly it is turning my finger black wear it touches. I have googled this issue and found there is a name for it. Black Dermographism. I also found that there are lots of theories on what causes it but nothing too exact. Does anyone on here have any idea what might be causing this? I haven't really changed any of my supplements lately but I take lots:) They are iodine, selenium, zinc, copper, iron, magnesium, D3, cod liver oil, Vit c, niacin, meletonin, 5-htp, thymus gland extract, relora, B complex, theonine, siberian ginsing, senna, black strap molasas, coconut oil, and acv/baking soda. I don't know what might have changed other than hormones possibly as I am 37 and possibly perimenopausal but not sure why all of a sudden now. I drink lots of water and coconut water to keep my electrolytes balanced but have recently been unable to buy the coconut waters like usual. I know the potassium has been thought of a possible cause before, so that is a thought. I have also read it might be iron deficiency or hormone changes. Just wanted to see if any of you folks had any experience or wisdom on the topic?"
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BLOTCHY, RED FACE
09/08/2011: Jfm from London, England: "Not sure where to start with this one. I don't know if this is relevant to my current problem that I am seeking advice on but ever since childhood whenever I did any physical exertion or got hot my face always went a very deep red colour. I didn't take an awful lot of notice all those years ago but I've still got the same thing happening now. However, this is not really what I'm seeking help with although if anyone does know how to stop looking like a tomato I would be grateful.
Over the last 10 years or so my face has been looking very blotchy with a lot of redness to it (cheeks, nose, chin, forehead). This is permanent and never gets any better. I also have broken capillaries on my face. I have what I would describe as Celtic skin (Irish background). My skin used to be quite pale (apart from when I got hot!) with a few freckles.
I have tried the Linus Pauling protocol (Vitamin C and L-Lysine) to see if that would tone down the redness and clear up the broken capillaries but no luck so far.
I then wondered if I might have the infamous Butterfly Rash associated with Lupus. However, having read about the symptoms of Lupus I have only the redness on my face and no other health problems, thank God. So really not sure whether this would be the cause of it.
I'm at a loss now as to what has caused this. If anyone has any similar problem or knows what I could do to get my pale skin back I would love to hear from you. Thank you."
Replies09/10/2011: Catherine from Wellington, New Zealand replies: "I absolutely know what you are talking about. All my life I would flame up on exertion, or in hot weather, not to mention if I had one glass of wine. Lately this has eased though slowly. What happened was I discovered I had hemochromatosis.. That is my body stores all dietry iron, common among celtic types. I have been treated for the last 8 months by regular bleedings at the blood clinic.. This is critical as the buildup of iron is dangerous (check out internet for more info) What I had thought was a malar flush (lupus symptom) on my face is almost gone now. The last two weeks the fading has been much more noticable as I have increased my iodine supplement. Dr. Can check for iron overload with a serum ferritin test. They don't usually check that one when they do the hemoglobin test for iron in the blood (anemia) which is a different thing altogether."
02/26/2012: Ozlady from Bonshaw, Nsw Australia replies: "This beut little remedy for skin problems is WELL WORTH trying.Vegemite and honey mixed.
Spread it on the skin problem, leave until you can't stand it any loger then wash it off.
My skin is pale with freckles, now I am older it was pretty horrific on my Aussie hot sun exposed arms untill I tried this little beauty. I do it pretty often now.
I just guess the mix as it's all good/safe ingredients.
cheers, Ozlady"
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BULLOUS PEMPHIGOID
07/21/2011: Lmargw from Santa Monica, Ca: "I'm hoping Ted can answer this one or someone who knows about this auto-immune skin disease. My father who is 81 was diagnosed with this condition. He as been on the pharma protocol which cleared it up but now it has returned and we don't want to put him back on the prednisone as it makes him very agitated. Are there any natural remedies to knock this thing out of his system?
Thanks for your help!"
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COCONUT OIL
06/08/2011: Kevin from Perak, Malaysia: "I've been using Virgin Coconut Oil lately.. Not long ago.. Before starting Virgin Coconut Oil my face has patches of rash which subsided but the build up of dead skin cells were too much! It is because I stop using cleansers a month ago I use only water and moisturise with vco.. Guys can anyone help me?? am I going through the purging state? where all my toxins are purging out?? does Virgin Coconut Oil actually removes dead skin cells?"
Replies06/08/2011: Tj from Mockville, Nc replies: "I have found that baking soda is the best at exfoliating the skin. Put some in your hand and make a paste, use your personal preference on consistancy. Get face wet and gently rub in circular motions. Rinse off throughly. It will burn at first. That means its working. Use once a day till your skin gets used to it. Use a good moisturiser afterwards. I have had major improvements with this."
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DISCOLORATION
02/24/2012: Dan19 from North, England: "Hello, I have some fairly bad discoloration of the skin in the groin area, trying not to be too specific or come across rude.
Can anyone please advise me on remedies / topical treatment that would bring my skin back to its original colour (caucasian). I would be very grateful as it does have an impact on me, as I find it makes the area look unclean and quite ugly which is a knock to my self confidence.
Thankyou, Dan19"
Replies03/06/2012: Kay from Destin, Fl replies: "It's probably a fungal infection known as "jock itch" (some people have discoloration but not much itching); it's the same fungus as athletes foot/ring worm. It usually spreads from the feet (or dirty floors/tubs/showers) to the groin when pulling pants/underwear and dragging it up to the groin area where it grows in the warm moisture of the crotch. Or you catch it during intimate/sexual contact from someone who has it; or you touch/scratch your feet then scratch elsewhere and it spreads. It is VERY common, and infects most Gym locker rooms, public showers, and many athletes (and their floors/showers at home); thus you should always wear "shower shoes" in other peoples showers, and always put your socks on before your underwear/pants always sit on your towel etc. Use bleach to clean your own shower/tub/toilet seat and in your laundry to keep from re-infecting yourself! White & cotton socks and underwear help keep it under control (that's why athletes wear whites! )Besides the embarassment, it is highly contagious and can easily and quickly spread to other area of the body (yours and your partners) so you must treat it ASAP using fungal sprays, spray powders, ointments for Athletes Foot/Jock Itch available at all drug stores; or getting a stronger RX from your doctor, esp if it covers a large area or you have had it awhile. (BEWARE: it is much more problematic for women, so you do not want to give it to a girl! ) It takes daily treatments for awhile to get rid of; the sprays are very convenient and widely available (Walmart carrys "TING" speay/spray powder which is half the price of the name brands and works better! )! Be sure to treat your feet as well as your groin area or you may reinfect yourself. Many people like the spray/powder during the day, and the ointment at night while sleeping. Good Luck!
Here's the link to the Jock itch page: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/jock_itch.html
You may want to Google it and look at photos & descriptions for comparison. Best of Luck"
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01/15/2012: Kalki from Mumbai, India: "I had a severe flare up of facial dermatitis - unbearable itching, rash, swelling - a few weeks back. I feel it may have been caused by the ACV I was taking at a high dose (2tbsp 3 times daily at that time, for an oncoming cold and chest congestion). May have been a healing crisis, as ACV, 2 tsps over the whole day in water, had helped me earlier. I stopped ACV then and haven't had the guts to start again.
My problem now is that even after 2 months, my face and neck skin is quite dry, and sometimes flaky and very many shades darker. There's a line all around my neck at the base, above which up to my hairline, the skin is dark brown and below it is my light earlier skin colour. (This doesn't correspond to the neckline of my blouses, so it's not a case of tanning) Where I had patches of dermatitis previously, it is even more discoloured and rough textured.
During the flare up, I had desperately applied ACV , directly to my face and neck for a few days, without any easing of symptoms. I tried Virgin coconut oil later but it increased the itching, if I perspired even the slightest bit. Aloe vera juice directly from the leaf was what helped me with the itching skin. In 15 minutes or so. (But it dries out my skin even further, which causes great discomfort and consequent itching too). Could any of these be responsible for the difference in skin tone? Is there anything I can do to reverse this?
I apply moistened powdered oats, honey and kasthuri turmeric as face mask occasionally (I can apply only natural things to my skin). It makes my skin softer but doesn't help clear the awkward discolouration.
Would appreciate any suggestions for moisturising skin with my problems and for restoring original skin tone.
Kalki"
Replies02/07/2012: Ananta from Kerala, India replies: "I have almost the same problem as Kalki. An allergic flare up on the skin with all the associated problems, itching, dryness, swelling etc. For me this came from taking ayurvedic medicine. They said it was a healing crisis and to hang on but the crisis just continued and I stopped the medicine after two months of intense physical difficulty, not to mention emotional ones. I now have patches of discolouration on my face and several parts of my body that lightens and darkens but doesn't go away. They itch too. I'm worse off than when I started. It's been 4 months now and I'm getting desperate. I noticed Kalki hasn't got a reply so far. Is there anybody out there who can help with this embarassing discolouration?"
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07/14/2011: Connie from Slc, Ut: "Hi, Sarasam; Yesterday, I was looking at some photographs of people with hyperpigmentation from a B12 deficiency. The discolorations were in areas all about their bodies, even the soles of their feet, palms of their hands, and their tongues. Those are the few places that I have not had hyperpigmentation. For many years, I have believed it to be caused by other conditions that I have, but I now am finally beginning to see evidence that B12 supplementation is improving this condition. ( I have alot of nerve damage that B12 is repairing).
Hyperpigmentation is also called melasma, and the terms are distinguished by the diagnosis of the supposed cause. I have searched up remedies for conditions that include skin discolorations, and many include B12 in the protocol. Hypopigmentation, often diagnosed as autoimmune vitiligo, is also treated with B12, Folate, vitamin C, and moderate sun exposure. I recommend a sublingual lozenge of methycobalamin, (active B12), slowly and completely disolved in the mouth. It can be moved around up under the lip so as not to cause irritation. I also recommend a low dose B-complex for skin conditions. It can be divided and taken as smaller amounts 2x or 3x daily if there is irritation. ( I take a food based complex which has low amounts, and I even cut those tablets in half and take them 4-6 times daily. ) The cases of hyperpigmentation that I read about were quickly resolved, 2mnths. I'm in my 5th mnth. and only beginning to see results. That's OK. I take 2500 mcgs. - 500mcgs. daily, but other people may need less if they do not have neurological symptoms. 500 -1000 mcgs. may be fine."
Replies03/21/2012: Diane from Iowa, Iowa, Usa replies: "The description of your symptoms, especially the dermatitis and the ring around the neck, is almost a textbook cascade of symptoms for PELLAGRA, a niacin, vitamin B3 deficiency. Try buying niacin and taking it in conjunction with a good co-enzymated B-complex. Google pellagra, there will be sites with pictures and better descriptions of the condition. Best wishes."
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07/13/2011: Sarasam from Kent, United States: "I would like to know is there anything that someone has done to have even skin tone? Area that are black: under arm, butt, knee, feet, behind knee, bikini area, ear, mouth, under eye, nose, neck, and elbow. And then everywhere else discoloration color is light brown to brown. When I was little you could say that I had fair dark brown skin tone but this all change when I hit the age of 10. Breast became to grow, pubic hair came with acne. And no I am not fat. I have a good figure that most women want. Long leg, full lip, nice eye, and nice hourglass shape. I am not saying this to make myself feel good this is what many men and women have told me. It too hard to look in the mirrow anymore. I have try all the product that people has told me to use and none of them has work but made skin worse, you see I have sensitive skin. I am hoping to someone here may have to answer to my question. I have done: lemon juice, baking soda, exfoliate, bleach, peel and honey which has not help. And yes I know there a post on here titled "Hyperpigmentation Remedies" by Ana from Singapore and the main ingredients turmeric make skin yellow. Like I said I have dark brown skin. Will come back with picture if I can. So if there any body out there please help!"
Replies07/14/2011: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "Hi, I have a different problem, white spots on my skin. So far I haven't found anything to even the skin tone. Lemon juice is supposed to help but it hasn't worked for me! Good luck..."
07/15/2011: Skyeclown from Davidsonville, Md, Usa replies: "Have you considered it may be Tinea Versicolor? I've had it before and treated it with Selsun Blue."
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DYSHIDROSIS
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[YEA] 08/31/2011: Blue from Baldwin, New York: "Dyshidrosis
Cut both hand and toe nails as short as possible cleaning under and around them daily with baking soda.
Apply a paste of baking soda and water to the affected areas, twice a day for three days. Keep paste for 5 minutes, rinse and carefully pat dry paying special attention to dry the area in between the fingers or other possible places moisture may remain. If rash spreads to a new area recommence applying to both old and new areas leaving a large border around effected areas. Continue to clean hands daily with baking soda for a week paying special attention to the areas around and under the nails. Avoid itching as this will cause rash to spread.
Loose disposable gloves can be used to cover the baking soda paste on the hands to help increase absorbtion for faster healing."
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ICHTHYOSIS VULGARIS
11/04/2011: Katia from South Bend, In: "I am looking for a remedy for ichthyosis vulgaris, please post one."
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IODINE
04/09/2012: Walter from San Diego, Ca., USA: "I stumbled on your web-site while seaching for information about itchy skin and possible iodine therapy. Thank all of your readers for sharing their use of iodine.
Several persons remarked that they did not observe any changes to some of their iodine uses. One major reason for this is that iodine, like all supplemental nutrients, does not work by itself. They all need helps or co-factors. Another unappreciated reason is bio-chemical differences among all of us. We need specific monitoring for a best fit.
I did a comprehensive research about iodine and posted my findings as an article on the web-site:
http://www.freegrab.net/menufood.htm
This health menu has other doccumented researched and nutritional information, including co-factors, magnesium, zeolite, body acid-alkalinity, etc..
My research, as shared by renoun researchers, found that good research about the affect of iodide on skin health is lacking. Testimonials may not be scientific but these are the best we have at this time. So one has to be careful in drawing conclusions. I have had itchy skin for a long time and have been looking the the real cause of itchy skin instead of listening to dermatologists that dry skin causes itchiness! I have re-started using Lugol's solution 2%. Lugol's is made up of two forms of iodine --- iodide and iodine. It is iodide that is stored in the skin and other issues; while iodine is used by the thyroid gland. More inbfo on all of this on the sited web-site.
Thank you, for all the info,
Walter Sorochan, Emeritus Professor San Diego State University"
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REMEDIES NEEDED
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04/29/2012: Dianak.tx from Houston, U.s.: "Over these past few years I have noticed my beige hands turn tan and dark on the knuckles. Also the knuckles have turned slightly more course from the rest of the skin on my hands. My elbows have done the same. I am 46 and have been going through menopause. I don't have diabetes or any other disease or ailment that I am aware of. Strangely, when my hands are cold or wet and cool, the discoloration is not obvious and my hands look normal again. Also I noticed that for a period, the discoloration (darkening) of my hands went away for a while, but has since returned. I experience a lot of stress and wonder if this has anything to do with the discoloration."
Replies05/02/2012: Bonnie from Abbeville, Al replies: "Same thing was going on to a girl here at work, everwhere her body crease it was like she had a dark tan that looked dirty. They (drs) could not figure it out. She lost weight, throwing up, weak, she would come to work and lay her head on the desk. Went to hospital twice sent her home after fluids, would be better for short time then relaps. Dr. put her symptoms in his pad and came up with addison's disease. It was too late, she had burned out adrenal gland. Please seek help. She is on cortisol for life her body does not make it anymore."
05/06/2012: Dianak. from Houston, Tx replies: "Thank you Bonnie. I have taken into consideration your post above. I had a nutritionist who had been helping me with supplementation and she was giving me specific nutrition dealing with the pituitary and adrenal glands. I felt great after the protocol was given and come to think of it, when my hands had returned to their normal coloring. I have pulled out my supplements again that she gave me and have a scheduled consultation with her to re-evaluate my condition. I don't believe that I have Addison's but now I know that my adrenals and pituitary glands are playing a role in my current condition along with stress in my life that I need to get under control. You have helped set me on a path that needed addressing. Appreciate the help. :-)"
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04/24/2012: Petunia from Warrenton, Or, United States: "A couple of years ago I developed a sensitive burning spot on the bridge of my nose when I wear sunglasses. I finally went to the dermatologist and had a small cancer removed surgically and then treated with nitrate/nitrogen?? sorry can't recall what it was a type of spray. After 6 months it was really bothering me again and she said the skin is very thin there and glasses bother it, both reading and sunglasses. So now we have had a few days of sunshine here in Oregon and I have this back again. Any suggestions as what to toughen the skin? I was thinking of some of this barrier film, nose pads on glasses???. I sometimes wonder if it is a reaction to the glasses but once it starts all my glasses bother it. It just started with the sunshine again and wonder also, if it is perspiration. So thanks for any suggestions as to what others have done. Love this site!!"
Replies04/24/2012: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Can I suggest comfrey cream/salve. Comfrey has something in it which should regrow your skin there after a while (and even stop or reverse cancer on skin). You can research Dr. John Christopher and comfrey for more info or search on youtube for comfrey. It is also called knitbone because it repairs broken bones amazingly quick. An amazing herb used for thousands of years."
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04/20/2012: Holly from Austin, Texas, Usa: "I am a 60 year old woman, a lifelong Texan and enjoy rediscovering folk cures I grew up with, but "forgot", as well as learning new info on EC. I've used treatments from EC, and 0. 000825am impressed. However, ive been unable to find any problem like mine. I've had scaly (appearance) skin on the backs (tops) of my hands as far back as I can recall. Childhood friends compared its appearance to that of chicken feet (ha! ) but I've found no info about it. It doesn't itch or peel or bleed; just looks shiny and scaly-like chicken feet. My hands have never been plump or smooth-always thin, bony and scaly looking. I've used 2-week courses of ACV, H2O2, VCO, Vaseline, EVO, Epsom salt soaks/mag. oil sprays - all to no avail. My cuticles stay dry and rough, and my nails are either soft, thick and strong or flaky- each nail is different. Can EC or Ted or a reader help identify the cause, or a cure?"
Replies04/20/2012: Lilly from Houston replies: "Apply glycerine mixed with water, that will remove the scaly appearence."
04/23/2012: Holly from Austin, Texas replies: "Lily, Thanks for the glycerin tip. I tried it 2 nights in a row, but no change yet. I read where ingesting coconut oil helps skin so I'm doing that, too. Time will tell..."
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01/16/2012: Shara from Toronto, Ontario: "Hi, Do you have remedy for itchy neck and chest?
sharazaad(at)hotmail.com"
Replies01/19/2012: Kalki from Mumbai, India replies: "Hi Shara, Check for anything you may be allergic to like clothing, jewelry (chains, etc as it's around the neck and chest), soap, perfume and food. Eliminate or avoid as far as possible.When I had unbearable itching on my face and neck, the only thing that could provide any relief, and that too in 15 mts, was the juice of aloe vera directly from the leaf. Spilt the leaf open and bruise the pulp inside. You get a transparent liquid which spreads easily over the skin. You can leave it on.
I was careful not to let the green skin come into too much contact with my hands as it caused itching. I found out later that it was the tip of the plant that affected me more. No such problems using older plants and the wider part of the leaf. Check how your skin reacts in a small area before applying to whole area. Hope you get better soon."
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11/22/2011: Angella from Jacksonville, Fl: "I'm a black female looking for a remedy for very oily skin. Someone please help me. I've tried it all. I'm sooooo tired of walking around and looking like I've ran a marathon..."
Replies11/23/2011: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Hi Angella, I have extremely oily skin too. On the bright side you will get very few wrinkles and therefore look years younger. I have heard it is caused by a zinc deficiency but I have taken zinc tablets and it hasn't helped. Maybe zinc will help you though. Cheers Lily."
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11/11/2011: Tan from Gove, Nt, Australia: "I live in Northern Territory Australia in hot humid conditions. A couple of years ago I went swimming in a local water hole and laid down on the rocks/soil/sandy part at the edge of the water. A day or two later I became itchy on the skin where it contacted the ground. There was no rash and any redness came from the scratching. It went away after I broke the skin. This now happens every time I go swimming in warm water or soak in any water for a period of time, including pools, oceans and creeks. Every time it happens it goes away after I break the skin and only stays itchy till then. No bugs come out that I can see and no one else who was there have the same issues. It always occurred on the skin that contacted the ground and did not spread until recently. The itchy area is now slightly larger but it has been a long time since I have soaked in a both or goes swimming.
Last time I went swimming it didn't react and that could have been because I wasn't in the water for long or it was the ocean (tho it has reacted in that in the past) or any number of reasons. Do you know what is causing this and how can I treat it? Doctors think I am making it up because they don't see it when I go in due to me breaking the skin before I get there. I need help because it is stopping from enjoying the outdoor swimming that is the lifestyle here and affecting long soaking baths which I love!"
Replies11/27/2011: Maria from Gippsland, Australia replies: "Hi Tan, If you had dry skin it could have been swimmer's xerosis, so you could try moisturizing with coconut oil."
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10/21/2011: Jana from Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa: "Hi there, I am new to this site and I am hoping that someone, somewhere can please help me. I am 38 yrs old, diagnosed with melasma (due to hormones and sun), rosacea with broken capillaries (due to IPL treatments that went terribly wrong - to treat melasma), I have acne caused by hormonal imbalance and my skin looks 20 yrs older than it should. Combination, sensitive skin, large pores, crepey skin under eyes, deep forehead wrinkles, crows feet, lines above lip, lots of wrinkles. I know, I am a MESS. I admit, I don't have the healthiest lifestyle, don't drink or smoke, but drinks lots of coffee and the diet is no better. I don't sleep well and don't exercise much. Don't drink water either. Please, I need help with my sorry looking skin. Reduce redness, melasma, acne, large pores, wrinkles, etc. I know it sounds like a hopeless case, but I've almost given up on myself. Any info on supplements and topicals would be appreciated. SORRY for the LOONG post."
Replies10/21/2011: P from Middle, Fl replies: "Hi!Keep in mind you will NOT get results overnight. That means whatever endeavor you decide on, you must keep at it, as it will gradually occur. Trial and error will be a part of it, but thats where u will gain your knowledge.
Introduce water in your regimen, you really need to hydrate the insides. Add lemon and honey if you want flavor in your life!
Add all three (3, 6, 9) omegas to your diet.
Take desicated liver; its a natural form of multi-vitamin and minerals!
Wash face and body with castile soap (its natural, lathers well and rinses well. it leaves no residue)
To exfoliate put a little baking soda in soap.
For face mask you can use honey or black strap molases for 20min once a week.
For moisture use coconut oil... All over, even on dry hair! Then for night time face moisture, add castor oil.
As you get use to these slight but effective changes and still in the mojo of things research, research, research! Go to the top of this site and hit the tab button that says remedies and read it from A-Z! Cross reference information in the internet.
Meanwhile, look into: Apple Cider Vinegar, Mini beet protocol, coconut, Aloe Vera, Omega Oil, Amino Acids, Anti-oxidants, Hydrogen Peroxide, Liver Detox (its very important, liver and intestines play a major role on your immune system), pro-biotics, green smoothies! These things make a difference in the inside therefor showing results on your skin. I assure you, that once you start adding the good stuff to your diet you will feel sooooo good, that eating the bad stuff will make you really feel sooooo BAD, hence casually changing your diet cause you want to feel good about your insides and the outside! I write this, because thats what I've been doing.... I am my own guinea pig!
PS: Read up on what herxheimer reaction is, because more likely you will experience it! (its when die off bacteria is eliminated out your body and makes you feel flu like symptoms)
From there, your world will open up to other possibilities! Good luck!"
10/21/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Jana you practically answered your own questions. Why is your skin so bad?You don't drink water; you drink lots of coffee; your diet is bad, you don't have the healthiest lifestyle!!
An old saying is very true - you are what you eat. Acne is mostly caused by digestive issues. The toxins have nowhere to go so they are erupting on your face. You need to clean up your diet, eat minimal processed foods, take probiotics, eat lots of leafy green vegetables, drink water... Exercise, cut out the coffee or cut it down to minimal daily. Juice lots of green vegetables to drink and you will be amazed how clear your skin will become. Get your digestive system moving. It is all related. There is much info on this site. Spend some time reading it. If you don't change the way you eat, it won't be long before major problems start happening with your health.
I would also take iodine (or sea vegetables) because that balances hormones in the body or ensure you eat iodised salt. Sprirulina and chlorella are great superfoods to have as well."
10/21/2011: Bess from Calgary, Alberta, Canada replies: "Hi Jana - Unfortunately, all the topicals and supplements in the world can't repair skin damage if your health isn't based on a firm foundation of nutrition and exercise. Start with small steps - it's overwhelming to do a complete fitness makeover and expect to stick to it.Awhile back I read: The Water Secret - the cellular breakthrough to look and feel 10 years younger by Howard Murad, M. D. (a dermatologist who formulated the expensive skin care line Murad). It's a very quick and easy read (save money and just get it from the library). In a nutshell, he tells you that, in order to get water INTO your cells, you need to "eat your water" (foods that are high in water - that's why green smoothies will get you started on beautiful skin). I believe he does recommend his own supplements (well, they all do that) but you can get similar ones in any health food store. As for skin products, do some research for your skin type, but many people have had great results with massaging coconut oil into their skin. None of this has to be expensive. Check out some the Earth Clinic pages regarding skin health.
It will take some effort but it will be worth it. You will look and, more importantly, feel so much better. Good luck Jana! Bess"
10/25/2011: Rr220 from Reno, Nevada replies: "Hello, I am about your age and also have rosacea, large pores very oily skin, broken capillaries bla bla bla... Anyway since March I have been researching and researching and I have tried everything including a very very healthy diet which only made me lose more weight (I need to gain) and did absolutley nothing for my skin. I started seeing improvement after I started using Hp/borax solution, then I went on to using ivermectin topically, (continued to see gradual improvement) then Tea tree oil topically. I just recently purchased ZZ cream and I really like it and is seems to be working pretty darn good so I think I will stick with it for awhile, I had heard of this cream before but I am so scared to use anything new on my face because I tend to break out with EVERYTHING, but I had tried everything else so I just figured what the heck, I read through everyone of the forum posts on the demodexsolutions website before I decided to buy it but I am glad I did."
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08/25/2011: Candyny from Cambria Heights, Ny, Usa: "Good day everyone,
01/26/2012: Audre from Toronto, Ontario, Canada replies: "Hello Helle, I'm not sure if anyone has come back to you; but you are not alone in this! I have hypothyroidism and have every single side effect listed below. I have been to many doctors and my blood tests come back normal or lightly over (which means for under active) I have had throat x-rays and have goiters and I have a family history of Thyroid conditions; mother and grandmother, three aunts and my sister has chronic fatigue. Yet, with all this the GP's did not want to help me and would only suggest I have Chronic fatigue... which I DON'T because the symptoms are completely different.The thing is with Hypothyroid, it does not necessarily come up in blood tests until its at a very bad level (even though it feels that way now)
My issue was I didn't really want to get prescribed to a synthetic hormone to attempt to balance me out when there was nothing to compare it to anyways. So I went the natural way to see what natural remedies were available.
My sister is a naturopath so I did have guidance and low and behold I have this thing under control! I have moments I can not function like a normal person but majority of the time I am ok. And lost that weight too!!! ... So. Natural way; there are herbals and am sure they are available in NY or for delivery; St Francis Herb Farm. Bladderwrack or Hypothyroid are brilliant. Twice to three times a day helps suppor the thyroid and gives energy levels.. its a natural herb so its not harmful.
For the weight loss and metabolism: Gynema. 75. It helps beat down and supports healthy glucose metabolism. Virgin Coconut Oil- I cook it with everything and there is plenty of research and sites on this amazing product!! Loss of weight, gains energy. 3 Tablespoons a day- makes spaghetti taste interesting but would not go without it! Its also great for your skin! Its heals everything (as I get flaky skin from the hypothyroid) I put it on before I go to bed at night, and its amazing. - of course I have separate jars from what I use in the kitchen.
Iodized salt- just switch your salad and ada it to anything you have salt with... If you have an iodine deficiency... I do as it's all wound into the same things.
For me, I also don't eat a lot of foods as my body can't process and function if I'm not extra healthy. So I have a Gluten free diet (no wheat, rye, barley. ) also yeast is out. Another thing to stay away from is High Fructose Corn Syrup. (HFCS) its going to keep those Kilos on and won't be supporting your body in a healthy way.
I'm only 31 and have made these changes over time (years) to find the right balance that suits me. I would certainly start with your own naturopath or Chinese medicine doctor but if you want to start with your own changes- start with the Coconut Oil and St Francis Herbal Farm. http://www.stfrancisherbfarm.com/"
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08/22/2011: Bobbie from Washington, Il: "I had a small size circular rash under my boobs, (B size, no real skin on skin problem. ) I went back to work after a disc displacement injury and with 100 degree temps, aggravated to heat rash. I thought... Fungal infection and used tea-tree oil, put on with a cotton ball and allowed to dissipate created no problems. Put on a band-aid and marinate all day, ... Chemical burn to your skin. I have used this on my ear and gotten hours of weeping? I first thought it was ringworm and the itching and pain are intolerable, then I thought antihistamine reaction to something, now I think some type of yeast infection with the base being a weakened immune system. I really don't care what it is, I just want relief from constant itching and I don't have insurance and am trying any home remedy I think makes sense, apple cider vinegar burns something fierce when applied to rash, and I can't stand the smell of it so once a day on that. I've been fairly healthy my whole life with very little effort and poor diet, 6 months shy of 40 and now all these skin problems??? I work 10-12 hr days delivering packages up to 80 lbs. And drive 200 miles a day in an non-air conditioned vehicle. Yep, glutton for punishment who hates her job! I've read good things about coconut oil and that's my next good option. Thanks for any help!"
Replies08/22/2011: Doddie from Lawrenceville, Georgia, Usa replies: "Try 91 % alcohol until you find out what it is! I broke out with an unidentified rash, it was called a contact rash. The doctor gave me prednisone and a anti histamine (for the itch). When I got off the prednisone, the rash started coming back. I soaked it in the alcohol and it never came back."
08/22/2011: Maria from Gippsland, Australia replies: "Hi Bobbie, You could also try iodine dabbed onto the area. With you being in the heat for so many hours you may be getting dehydrated which can cause our skin to have a few problems. Due to the toxic enviroment with the trafic fumes you may be putting extra work onto your liver and then your skin helps, and you end up with skin issuses. Taking something to help support your liver might be worth looking at. Aloe vera and neem taken internally can be good for skin conditions, although it does not happen overnight. All the best."
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07/27/2011: Jman85 from Pomeroy, Iowa, Usa: "I have what I believe to be athletes foot, now, from anything I have read on the net athletes foot typically occurs on the bottom and sides of the foot, and in between the toes.... well, My problems are on the tops of my feet and slightly up the ankles and around the ankle bone on both feet.
My problems began in the summer of 2007, so it's been 3 years and it has been reoccuring, and it appears as little bumps of fluid and they itch like a dickens, when I had the ft outbreak I had no insurance and tried every home remedy that I had been told about, ended up with two major infections, my left and right foot, as well as lots of itching, I went to the doctor and got antibiotics and lamisil tablets, it cleared nicely and it cost me a week in bed with my feet elevated. I may have scratched my arms too and I have ended up with a chronic problem and am just frantic at this point.
I have a problem now, and will do anything to CURE it. My feet are very sensitive to heat, the skin doesn't look dry, and the little fluid pockets appear and spread quickly, the two spots on my arm I notice when in the shower start to itch when under warm water, and I have been using a steroid cream to take care of it all, I just want to get to the root of the problem and take care of it, im so tired of this. Mostly im pretty light complected and I don't know if uv rays from the sun would help or going to a dermatologist would help. I need direction. my overall skin health seems to have taken a toll as a result.
thank you"
Replies07/27/2011: Janet from Kendal, U.k replies: "Either or I believe would be very helpful, I have done both. ACV, or any vinegar for that matter dilute and used as a foot bath will work well, on your arms. Or HP.bath.They have given me far more relief than any prescribed drugs, lotions or potions.
After all they are both used as anti-fungal, anti bacterials, and anti-virus.
GOOD LUCK.
p.s may find a drying affect, but all I use is Almond oil to replenish moisture."
07/28/2011: Jman85 from Pomeroy, Iowa, Usa replies: "i have tried AVC before with no results, and had read further and found that in the fifties they used bleach to treat athletes foot, and have used it many times, but with each use it seems to have less of an affect. I have gone longer and longer between occurances and am just looking for a remedy that I may be able to use daily to prevent future occurances of AF, or possibly cure it, Does the fungus reside on your skin even when there is no outbreak? and after you have had it before does it compensate the health of your skin? heat really has an affect on my skin even when its clear, makes my skin feel very hot and uncomfortable, Same way with the two spots on my arm. Tho those spots are a lot easier to deal with. I want to ultimately eliminate the fungus."
07/30/2011: Journey from Pasadena, Ca replies: "I used to get athlete's foot every so often but haven't gotten it since I 've been drinking a concoction of ginger tea daily - it's been about four years with no athlete's foot. I originally started drinking the tea to tame a cold and later discovered that ginger has antibacterial properties.Recipe: chop up about a thumb's worth of fresh ginger (you can also put it in the blender) and mix it with a cup of green or black tea, lemon or lime, and honey. I LOVE this drink. Hope it helps! You can also eat the ginger plain if you like or mix it in your food in some way - I just think it tastes better as a tea."
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07/22/2011: Connie J from Sun City, Arizona, Usa: "My arms periodically itch, burn, and are extremely painful with absolutely no visible sign.. No redness or dryness. I was told it might be ecxema or shingles. Has anyone else experienced this or knows what to do?? I have tried many cremes and herbal drops. It keeps me awake and will last several weeks then be gone for a couple of months! connie j"
Replies07/23/2011: Janet from Kendal, U.k replies: "I have spent the last 3months with similar symptoms , till eventually the skin did start breaking down.Numerous doctors and hospital test later and their still scratching their heads.
prescribed anti histamine, anti biotics, and a course of cortisone. Got to almost breaking point. sleep deprevasion, or disturbances being an added issue to deal with.
Against their advice I started taking ACV/BS. EVCO. And just taken a bath with HP. All are doing far more for me than any of the treatments. We are still struggling to find a course.
Good luck and hope this helps."
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03/09/2011: Ruthie from San Jose, Ca: "Does anyone try oil pulling for ashy skin disorder?"
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03/05/2011: Beatrice from Colonial Heights, Va: "This is the first time I have been on this site. I am desperate to find anything to help me. Although I have had eczema on my hands many times, I do not think that is what I have now. I had this problem in Dec. 2010, it eventually went away after a month but is back again. I have been unemployed/uninsured since Oct. 2010, so even the local clinics cannot see me for a month or more. My hands, face, neck, eyes, bend of arms are so embarrassing that I have not left my house in more than a week. I am itching to death and have tried every suggestion I've heard of. I had a couple of job interviews but understandably, was not hired. I am the only one that visits my 94 yr. old Dad in a nursing home so today, I will have to venture out, regardless. It is warm here so there is little I can do to cover my "monstrous" appearance, without drawing more attention. I am so depressed, at this point, I have even thought of pouring gasoline on myself (and a match). I am supposed to attend an important function tonight but, that's not happening. Any possible help, would be greatly appreciated."
Replies03/06/2011: Che from Roxas City, Philippines replies: "To the lady with skin problem or allergy. You may try moringa powder mixed with lavander oil. The oil is to let the moringa powder stick to your skin as well as it can contribute to the healing of skin problem. I apply this mixture to the wound and the following morning the wound is 90% healed. Before applying the oil, I washed the skin with an herbal soap made of guava, kamias and pomelo leaves with apple cider vinegar. This is the only remedy we use everytime we encounter some skin problems."
03/08/2011: Brooke from Montgomery, Tx, Usa replies: "Are you drinking any carbonated drinks? If so, then stay away from them! Also, if you are drinking coffee with milk or cream, do not do that also. Just black coffee is good for you.
Three days each week, for at least an hour each day, apply hot Castor Oil Packs over the liver and the area. These should extend along the right side from the area close in the crotch on the right side, up over the area of the ascending colon, and to the area over the liver. Apply these warm and then apply an electric pad, low heat.
On the evening of the third day, after the third Pack has been used, take internally at least a tablespoonful of Olive oil. Then rest. Follow this procedure for three consecutive days each week, for at least three to four weeks. This might irritate the condition through the skin area. But keep it up - it will more than likely improve.
After the third week, get a colonic or give yourself 3 high enemas. It is probably a circulatory problem due to your diet and your bowels. When the poisons you eat and drink are absorbed into the system, it makes a terrible itching, or eczema on the skin."
03/09/2011: Mary from New York, Ny replies: "I cured 2 oubreak in my arm and knee. Jus aplying fish oil directly from the caps (1000mg) took less than a week to get cured. Since, I take 2000mg (2 pills) every day."
[YEA] 03/20/2011: Layla from Bergen, Norway replies: "To Beatrice, My ex had something similar appear very suddenly a half year ago. It was itchy and extremely aggressive, and spread rapidly to all the places you mentioned. His doctor gave him a cream to apply, which cleared up the rash only as long as he kept applying it (your typical conventional medicine). Whenever he stopped applying for I don't know, a day? It would reappear worse than before.He finally went to see a homeopath and the drops she gave him cleared it up for good, he didn't have to back for a second consultation. It won't help to tell you the name of what he got because the individualised remedy is a main point in that type of medicine... but yes, I would recommend you to see a homeopath if you can afford it; you don't need insurance and there's a good chance you can rid yourself of the rash forever.
Best of luck to you! "
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