Best homeopathy medicines for acne by indications

Homeopathy should be your first treatment option for acne, as it offers symptom-specific remedies that address the root causes of medical conditions leading to acne. Unlike conventional treatments, which may not always resolve stubborn acne, homeopathy provides a safer, more holistic alternative that thoroughly understands the pathogenesis of acne.

Dr. K.S. Gopi, a renowned researcher, academician, practitioner, and author of the bestseller Homeopathy Easy Prescriber, has identified crucial remedies for acne by mapping them to two key factors: underlying causes and presenting symptoms. This tailored approach ensures effective and long-lasting results, addressing acne at its core.

Acne Treatment Homeopathic Medicines by Symptom

• Asterias Rubens 30 is considered best acne treatment remedy for teens. More than 75% of teens have acne due to hormonal changes and overactive oil glands. Asteria is specific for pimples occur at the age of puberty. Pimples appear on the side of nose, chin and mouth.
• Eugenia Jam. 30 for pimples on face when the pores of your skin become blocked with oil, dead skin, or bacteria. Eugenia is effective for simple and indurated acne which is painful. Red pimples and rosy skin on the sides of the nose, chin, and mouth.
• Jugulans Regia Q for red and itchy pimples. It is a result of clogged and cramped pores involved in friction with dry skin. Juglans calms a red irritated pimple and helps reduce pain and swelling
• Hepar Suph 30 is effective for pimples with pus when bacterial infection leads to cystic acne.  Hepar treats acne which are  pustular in nature, it is suited to acne of youth. Hepar sulph is prescribed when the pimples are painful in nature. Pus or blood stained pus oozes out from the pimples.
• Calcarea Sulph 30 is prescribed for pimples with yellow pus. The whitish-yellow, yellow, yellow-brown, and greenish color of pus is the result of an accumulation of dead neutrophils. Calc Sulph is good when yellow coloured pus oozes out from the pimples.
• Kali Bromatum 3X is prescribed for acne on the chest and shoulders. It is called Acne mechanica ( a type of acne triggered by outside forces like heat, pressure, and friction). Other triggers are certain skin care products that prevent or hinder water loss or excessive sweating. Marked itching may attend the acne. The acne may be simplex, pustular or indurated. Kali Bromatum is also prescribed where acne leaves ugly scars. Bluish-red pimples are a sure shot sign of Kali Bromatum .
• Antimonium Crudum 30  is an excellent remedy for acne on face dry skin. It is prescribed when heat is present along with acne. Skin dryness and heat prompts the skin to produce more oil, which can lead to clogged pores and further acne. The acne may be papular or pustular. Yellow scabs may cover the acne. Burning sensation is present along with acne. The patient experiences indigestion. The skin is dry , worse in summer.
• Natrum Mur 30 is effective for itchy acne on oily skin. Oily skin happens when the sebaceous glands in the skin make too much sebum. Oily skin can clog pores and lead to increased acne breakouts, The patient felt  prickling pain. The complexion is earthy. The patient have a peculiar craving for salt and salty things.
• Sulphur 200 should be tried when well selected remedies fail. Sulphur is a very  useful  for acne that is extremely itchy. Sulphur is advised for people with dirty, unhealthy looking skin covered in acne that itch a lot. Scratching worsens the itching. The itching gets aggravated during the night. Warmth, too, worsens the itching. Burning sensation may also be observed.
• Silicea 200 is indicated for acne on forehead. People can develop forehead acne  due to sweating, stress, medication use and hormonal changes that appear as solid red bumps (papules). It is best  better for pustular acne. Itching may attend the acne. Pimples are rose coloured and the skin is pale and waxy.  Excessive sweat may be noticed along with acne on the face, especially the forehead
• Berberis Aquifolium Q is considered to be a specific for pimples. It is best for acne that result in formation of acne scars. Acne scars are formed due to too much collagen during healing. Berb Aquifolium is the best natural resurfacing treatment to clear off or remove acne scars. It is the first choice of homeopaths as homeopathy cleanser medicine for pimples and dark spots
• Bovista 30 is an effective remedy for pimples resulting from the use of cosmetics. Acne cosmetica is a mild but persistent form of acne triggered by the use of cosmetics. This occurs especially during summer. This acne is mainly papular. Swelling of cheeks may be noted along with the acne. Pain and itching may present.
• Nux Vomica 30 is  effective for acne from gastric complaints like chronic chronic constipation or indigestion. Digestive acne usually appears on the forehead and on the cheeks. There are several things that could be wrong with your gut, chiefly shift in your gut microbiome that could cause acne. The acne may be itchy and accompanied by a burning sensation.
• Dulcamara 30 is useful for acne during menses. Humid eruptions and blotches appear on cheeks and face. Worse in cold and wet weather. Hormones fluctuate throughout your menstrual cycle. During ovulation, Testosterone and Estrogen begin to decrease. Then, your Progesterone levels will increase causing oil production to occur within the skinDuring this critical phase your skin  will be more prone to bacteria overgrowth and acne
• Pulsatilla Nigricans 30 is very effective for pimples at puberty, especially girls who are overweight and have delayed menses. Changes in the level of insulin and other hormones are altered in overweight adolescents leading to pimple breakouts. Acne also occur from menstrual irregularities of any kind.  Acne worsens with consumption of fatty foods. 
• Psorinum 200 is one of the best  medicines for acne. It is indicated for acne of all types It is equally effective for acne in oily skin where the overactive sebaceous glands secrete excess sebum leaving the skin constantly greasy.  Psorinum helps decrease oil secretion and treat acne. Psorinum is effective for acne resulting  from eating sweets, chocolates, meat and fatty food.  It also treats intolerably itchy acne and that which worsens during the winter.
• Sepia 30 is effective for treatment of acne in women before menses. Pimples appear on the forehead near the root of hair. Just before your period starts, estrogen and progesterone levels drop. This can trigger your sebaceous glands to secrete more sebum, an oily substance that lubricates your skin. Too much can result in clogged pores and breakouts.

For best results, the medicines should match the indicated symptoms or as advised by your doctor. Single or multiple Individual remedies may be selected in drop-down options.

Source: blog article by Dr.K.S.Gopi in ks-gopi dot blog spot dot com

Dosage: (Pills) Adult and children 2 years of age and older: Dissolve 4 pills under the tongue 3 times a day until relieved or as directed by a physician. (Drops): The usual dosage is 3-4 drops in a teaspoon of water 2-3 time daily. Dosage may vary depending on the conditions. Always consult a Homeopathic Physician before taking medicines