There are many natural acne remedies being offered on the market today as alternatives to conventional acne treatments. Do these herbal products work?

The manufacturers claim they do. There are plenty of satisfied customers that say they do. The problem with herbal acne remedies lies not in the lack of testimonials but in the lack of scientific proof to back those testimonials.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) governs pharmaceutical products but there is no such agency to validate the health related claims of herbal products so, you must rely on your own judgement.

How then, do you decide whether or not herbal treatments and natural acne remedies are effective? Trial and error. Research the various herbs and learn what their special healing properties are. You will be amazed at what you discover and you may gain a new-found respect for the medical wisdom of our ancestors. Long before modern medicine people understood and relied solely on the medicinal powers of herbs.

Did you know that Echinacea, when taken internally is known to reduce inflammation and promote healing? Aloe Vera has long considered to be one of nature's miracles. When applied topically, it has excellent antibacterial and astringent properties. Tea Tree Oil is a very versatile and powerful antiseptic used to disinfect minor wounds.

Study the ingredients in natural acne remedies. If they contain herbs with the healing properties that you desire - try them. Experimenting with various herbal acne remedies and measuring your own results is the best way to determine their effectiveness.

It is interesting to note that your liver plays an important role in controlling and preventing acne.

Acne is caused by a surge of hormones, more specifically, the male hormones, testosterone and androgens, during various stages in life such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause. When hormone levels become excessive, the tiny sebaceous glands located at the base of each hair follicle, produce too much oil. This oil combined with dirt dead skin cells becomes trapped in pores and causes acne.

The liver is you body's purifier. It works to clear your body of excessive toxins and hormones. Improving your liver function helps your body to rid itself of excess hormones thereby improving your acne. Milk Thistle is commonly used for cleansing and strengthening the liver.

The best advice regarding natural acne remedies is to do your homework. Choose herbal supplements that are explicitly labeled from a reputable company and try them. You may be pleasantly surprised by the results!