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Natural remedies for sunburn

June 2, 2021 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

watermelon aids hydration

Finally, we have some sunshine and isn’t it lovely! Except that the sudden gorgeous sunshine, means inevitably people are likely to get sunburned skin. If you have had too much sun exposure here are some natural remedies for sunburn with soothing and healing properties.

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The Gut-Skin Connection: How The Gut Microbiome Affects Acne

April 25, 2021 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

acne can occur on the face, neck and back

Acne affects most people at some time in their lives, causing a lack of confidence and low self-esteem. With an almost desperate need to get clearer skin, it is common to use many skincare products and antibiotic treatments. But, looking at what is happening in your body that causes your acne can be a better […]

Filed Under: Gut health and digestion, Skin health

Can acupuncture improve acne?

June 11, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Young woman with acne

This 2018 review discusses the treatment of acne vulgaris, usually known as acne. Comparing acupuncture with conventional drug treatments, for this common, chronic skin condition. What causes acne? Researchers believe that four main factors influence acne formation: follicular keratinisation, in which cells lining the hair follicles, instead of being shed onto the skin’s surface, clump […]

Filed Under: Skin health Tagged With: acupuncture

Topical herbal and natural treatments for psoriasis

February 19, 2018 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

psoriasis and natural medicine

Psoriasis is the chronic skin condition that causes red and crusty patches of skin with silvery scales. These often occur on the elbows or knees but can appear anywhere on the body. This recent systematic review in the American Journal of Clinical Dermatology discusses natural treatments for psoriasis. Here, I summarise the findings for some of […]

Filed Under: autoimmunity articles, herbal medicine, Skin health Tagged With: autoimmune disease, herbs, immune system, natural treatments

Stop cold sores coming back

January 15, 2018 by nikki hawkes 2 Comments

Herpes simplex virus often affect the lips and mouth

Cold sores are the result of a very common and persistent infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. We recognise the infection as small blisters that usually occur on the lips or around the mouth. These blisters or sores can be painful, with burning or itching, and may last up to three weeks without treatment. […]

Filed Under: general health, Skin health Tagged With: herbalist, herbs

Best herbal remedies to heal skin ulcers

November 20, 2017 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

Calendula flowers make an ointment that can help heal skin ulcers

A venous leg ulcer is actually a chronic wound. These ulcers can take months to heal. They can also be very painful and may itch. If you have a skin ulcer, it can affect the surrounding skin. You may have swelling and you may feel unwell. Thus, if you have a chronic leg ulcer, it […]

Filed Under: Healthy Ageing, Pain and pain management, Skin health Tagged With: herbs

Pomegranate fights acne causing bacteria

September 25, 2017 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

pomegranate fruit fight acne causing bacteria

Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition. More than 85% of teenagers are affected. As well as an increasing number of adult women. I have previously written about the dietary changes that can help to reduce the problem. In this post, I discuss some recent research about pomegranate and acne-causing bacteria. See my post The […]

Filed Under: Skin health Tagged With: herbs

The acne diet plan – 30 days to clearer skin

July 31, 2017 by nikki hawkes Leave a Comment

young woman with clear acne free skin

Acne vulgaris is a common and chronic skin condition in the UK. It affects almost all adolescents and around half of adults. And, the number of affected people appears to be increasing. As a herbalist, I regularly see patients with acne and help them to achieve clearer skin. In this post, I discuss my acne […]

Filed Under: Skin health Tagged With: diet

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