Dandelion is a commonly used herb in traditional Chinese medicine. It is cool in nature and bitter in taste, with the effects of clearing heat and detoxification, dispersing abscesses, and relieving inflammation and pain. It is suitable for patients with lung abscess, intestinal abscess, breast abscess, and throat pain. So, can dandelion treat acne?
Can Dandelion Treat Acne?
It has a certain effect.
Acne outbreaks have various causes, mostly related to endocrine, diet, hygiene habits, and individual constitution. Dandelion, with its bitter taste and cool nature, has the effects of clearing heat, detoxification, relieving inflammation, and pain relief, and can treat acne caused by damp-heat.
Methods of Using Dandelion to Treat Acne
Internal Use of Dandelion
Dandelion and Mung Bean Soup
Ingredients
100g of dandelion (or 30g of dried dandelion), 150g of mung beans.
Instructions
1. Wash the dandelion and put it in a pot, add one large bowl of water and simmer for 20 minutes.
2. Filter out the residue, then use the filtrate to cook the washed mung beans until they bloom.
3. Add honey according to taste.
Effects: Clearing heat, detoxification, dispersing abscesses.
Dandelion and Honeysuckle Tea
Ingredients
30g of dried dandelion, 9g of honeysuckle, 5g of fishy-smelling herb.
Instructions
1. Wash the ingredients, add two bowls of water and simmer until it becomes one bowl.
2. Drink one bowl every day, and it takes two weeks for a course of treatment.
External Use of Dandelion
Dandelion Face Wash
Ingredients
80g of fresh dandelion, 40g of fresh purslane.
Instructions
1. Wash the fresh dandelion and purslane, put them in a pot, and add enough water to cover the herbs.
2. Boil on high heat and then simmer for 5-10 minutes.
3. Separate the boiled water and use it to wash the face when the temperature is lukewarm. Use it three times a day.
Can Dandelion Be Consumed Long-term for Acne?
It can be consumed in small amounts for a long time.
For long-term acne, dandelion contains effective ingredients such as dandelion alcohol, dandelion flavonoids, choline, organic acids, and inulin, which have diuretic, laxative, jaundice-reducing, and choleretic effects. Dandelion also contains proteins, trace elements, and vitamins, which have high nutritional value and are non-toxic and have no side effects. It can be soaked in water and consumed for a long time, which can clear heat, detoxify, and have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
Precautions for Using Dandelion to Treat Acne
1. Moderate consumption
Dandelion has a certain cold nature. It is recommended to use it in moderation for those who are physically weak and afraid of cold. If there are adverse symptoms such as abdominal pain, stop using it immediately.
2. Avoid excessive cleansing
For oily skin with excessive sebum secretion, when using dandelion face wash, avoid excessive cleansing and moisturize properly after cleansing to maintain the balance of skin hydration and oil.
3. Avoid touching acne with hands
Hands carry more dust, bacteria, and microorganisms, so try not to touch acne with hands to avoid bacterial infection and skin irritation.
4. Pay attention to diet
Acne is related to internal endocrine. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain a light diet, eat more fruits and vegetables, drink more water, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and quit smoking and alcohol.
5. Maintain good lifestyle habits
Bad lifestyle habits such as staying up late and irregular daily routines not only cause endocrine disorders but also affect blood circulation and metabolism in the body. Bad lifestyle habits can worsen acne symptoms. To bid farewell to acne troubles, it is necessary to maintain good lifestyle habits and regular routines.
Who Should Not Consume Dandelion?
1. Those prone to allergies
Dandelion is also a member of allergens. Therefore, those prone to allergies need to be extra careful when consuming dandelion. Start with a small amount, and if there are no symptoms such as hives, redness, and itching, continue consumption.
2. Those with a cold constitution
Dandelion is cool in nature and bitter in taste. It is suitable for people with red and swollen eyes, throat pain, and breast abscesses. People with a cold constitution should not consume it to avoid discomfort.
3. Those with a weak spleen and stomach
Dandelion is cool in nature and bitter in taste. People with a weak spleen and stomach may experience symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea after consuming it.
4. Those with low blood pressure
Dandelion contains various effective ingredients and has diuretic, laxative, jaundice-reducing, and blood pressure-lowering effects. It is not suitable for those with low blood pressure.
