Skin

Acne

Reduce bacteria, regulate sebum, and calm hormonal inflammation.

Prevention

Key nutrients: Zinc, vitamin A, omega-3, low-glycemic carbs, probiotics.

Eat regularly: Oysters, pumpkin seeds, lentils, sweet potato, leafy greens, oily fish, berries, kefir, green tea.

Limit high-glycemic foods and skim dairy, which can drive breakouts.

Tea tree oil

HerbStrong evidence

5% gel matches benzoyl peroxide with less irritation.

Zinc

MineralModerate evidence

30 mg zinc gluconate daily for inflammatory acne.

Green tea extract

HerbModerate evidence

2–3% topical reduces sebum and lesions.

Honey (manuka)

FoodTraditional use

Spot mask for antibacterial wound healing.

Silicea 6X (tissue salt)

MineralTraditional use

4 tablets 2–3× daily for cystic, slow-to-heal acne — traditionally helps the body ripen and clear stubborn blemishes and scars.

Calcarea Sulphurica 6X (tissue salt)

MineralTraditional use

4 tablets 2–3× daily for pustular acne with yellow discharge or lingering, slow-healing spots.

Kali Muriaticum 6X (tissue salt)

MineralTraditional use

4 tablets 2–3× daily for whiteheads and congested skin linked to sluggish lymphatic drainage.

A note of caution. Natural doesn't mean risk-free. Herbs and supplements can interact with medications, affect pregnancy, or worsen certain conditions. Speak with a qualified clinician before starting a new regimen, especially if you take prescriptions.