Sulfur Remedies Acne and Acne Rosacea
March 10th, 2008
Sulfur is commonly used in treating acne, rosacea, and dandruff because of its antibacterial, antifungal, and keratolysis properties. The antibacterial portion reduces the amount of bacteria present in the skin’s pores or existing blemishes and keratolysis sluffs off hard skin, like that found in warts and also in pimples.
Sulfur treatments are not as commonly used as they once were, possibly because of the foul odor associated with sulfur, but studies show that it is effective in treating acne. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, one study showed that sulfur lotion treatments reduced acne by 83 percent after 12 weeks of therapy.
There are many skin care products that contain sulfur; mostly acne spot treatments and masks. Try these Skin Fitness Facts favorites:
Rosacea sufferers should not use sulfur for long periods of time as it can change the color and thin the skin. Speak with an esthetician to make sure all your skin products will improve your skin condition, not harm it.
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