Cicatrix is a skin disease and is an aftermath of some wound or abrasion. This disease is also known as Keloid scar. The wound may heal; however, sometimes the scar remains and at times some cream or ointment would help; however, if the scar refuses to go away then surgery may be required and if you want to avoid surgery then there are some herbal treatments to remove these persistent scars. In other words consulting a dermatologist would ultimately lead to surgery. These ugly scars depend a lot on the kind of wound one has suffered. Treating them chemically could worsen the situation. So, the safest way out is herbal treatment.

Tea plant oil is an effective herbal treatment for Cicatrix. The oil should be gently massaged on the scars regularly for a month. It has been observed that the scars fade away. Lemon is also a very potent herbal treatment for Keloid scar. You would need to apply fresh lime juice on to these scars and they would fade away in a week’s time. This is because lime is a natural bleach. Almonds are another good herbal treatment for scars. The oil of almonds should be applied to the scars in gentle strokes thrice daily. You would notice that the scars tend to fade away in a week.

Tinea Versicolor is a fungal infection of the skin and is also known as Pityriasis Versicolor. It occurs due to the overgrowth of yeast known as Malassezia furfur. The normal pigmentation of the texture of the skin suffers as an aftermath of this. The topography of the place is responsible for this fungal infection and humidity is the main cause of it. Not many people suffer from this ailment; say half a dozen or so out of every 100 individuals. This disease appears in spots and prevents that section of the skin from tanning and leaving the rest of the skin vulnerable to the ultra violet rays of the sun. It is a repulsive sight and needs medical attention and there is no better way to treat this ailment other than herbal treatment.

Margosa; know in the Indian vernacular as neem is a very potent herbal treatment for Tinea Versicolor. The juice of freshly plucked leaves needs to be applied to the area affected and the symptoms of Tinea Versicolor would fade away in a week. Wild olive roots are also a very effective herbal treatment for Tinea Versicolor. You would need to squeeze out the juice of 150Gms of the roots of this herb and make a paste with water. This needs to be applied to that part of the skin which is affected. Two weeks of this application would suffice in removing the visible symptoms of Tinea Versicolor.

Age spots come with age (45-50) they are also called liver spots and senile. Since, they appear only on that part of the skin which is exposed to the rays of the Sun; they are also known as solar Lentigines. Due to age there is increase in the pigmentation which leads to these spots. They certainly are repulsive to the onlooker and may come in the way of skin cancer or carcinoma detection. With age the skin becomes suppler; which makes it vulnerable to the ultra violet rays of the sun. Though, they are referred to liver spots at times; however, the liver is not concerned in anyway with this ailment. Nonetheless, there are certain herbal treatments which have proved helpful to many people and you could be one of them. You don’t have to worry; if the treatment won’t affect you, then it won’t harm you either.

Apple cider vinegar and onions are known to be a good herbal treatment for age spots. One teaspoonful of apple cider vinegar and ½ teaspoonfuls of onion juice should be applied to the affected area. This should be every night for a weak. The spots would lighten and would eventually disappear with constant use.

Tinea barbae is a fungal infection of the skin. This affects the area shaven and the neck. The skin develops rashes and itches a lot. Commonly it is called barbers itch. Though, this fungal infection is also called Sycosis Barbae and Ringworm of the beard. As the name barbers itch suggests; this infection is caused by a barber’s razor and is contagious. This disease has the ability to spread to other parts of the body as well. It is caused by a pathogen called T. verrucosum. This is the reason it is suggested to shave at home; as there some barbers who do not practice hygiene.

Margosa (neem) is a very potent herbal treatment for barbers itch. The leaves of this plant are natural antiseptic. They should be squeezed and the juice extracted. This juice should be applied to the affected area. Relief would come in a few days. This fungal infection of the skin is also known as Sycosis Barbae and Sycosis. Spilanthes mauritiana root is also an affective remedy for barbers itch. The roots should be grinded and a paste made of it. This paste should be applied to the infected area. It would soothe the skin and relief would come in a few days.

This disease is genetic and the skin is unable to secrete melanin. The disease goes by other names as well like Albinos, Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome and oculocutaneous albinism. Melanin is what gives your skin, hair and eyes their color. If there is improper production of melanin; then a person would become colorless and look pale. There are two kinds of albinos; type 1 and type 2. The 2^nd one is caused by a serious defect in a gene called p and the 1^st one is entirely due to the improper production of melanin. This disease is very apparent as it is visible.

Basil leaves (Tulsi) is a very potent herbal treatment for albinos. This is because have a propensity to purify blood. They act as an expectorant also. Basil leaf tea is a very effective herbal treatment for albinos. The patient should drink basil tea as frequently as possible. The symptoms would fade away and stop deteriorating in 3 months. This plant is considered holy in the Hindu Pantheon and has many medicinal values. This plant is worshiped morning and evening by a pious Hindu. Some may even refrain from plucking its leaves; inspite of knowing about its medicinal values. However, it is of great value.

The disease of Pyorrhea is also called Periodontal. It is an ailment of the gums. This is a rampant disease. This disease loosens the gums and as an aftermath the teeth start to fall. A foul odor comes from the mouth; due to the formation of pus. This is the reason why most adults tend to loose their teeth. Due to this disease the gums tend to become tender and fill up with pus. A person suffering from Pyorrhea; usually swallows the pus. This affects the stomach lining and the liver in a major way. Infact, the whole internal body system is affected.

Nevertheless, there are some herbal treatments for Pyorrhea and Guava is one of them. The chewing of raw guava is very good for the teeth and gums. Since, the fruit is abundant in Vitamin C it impedes the bleeding. The bark of the guava tree should be boiled and cooled. Then it should be used as a mouth wash. This would reduce the inflammation. The same goes for lemon as an herbal treatment for Pyorrhea. This is because it is rich in Vitamin C. A further herbal remedy for Pyorrhea; is the eating of oranges. The skin of the fruit should be rubbed over the teeth and gums. This would hasten the recuperating process.

Otitis external; commonly called swimmers ear is infectious. It appears on the external part of the ear and at time in the ear canal. This is the result of too much frolicking in water like swimming. This because the external ear is made of cartilage and becomes sodden when in contact with too much water. The skin becomes susceptible to infection as an aftermath of this; as, the skin cannot fight the bacteria and fungi; since it becomes vulnerable. However, if the skin breaks, the bacteria would penetrate the ear; resulting in swimmers ear. This disease could be very painful; as the ear of any living thing is very delicate.

Nonetheless, there are some known and proven herbal treatments for swimmers ear. If the infection is not acute then vinegar (2 drops) in each ear would suffice to give ample relief. Leave vinegar for a few minutes (2 mins) and then turn your head; so that the solution may flow out. The same goes with apple cider vinegar. However, it should be mixed with Alcohol first. This would protect the skin from infection in the future. The treatment should be practiced 2 to 3 times in a day; till relief is got.

A green bruise is very delicate and is usually red in hue. However, as the bruise; starts drying up the colour changes to a deep purple or blue. Nonetheless, as it starts to heal; it again changes its hue and appears to be yellowish green. Usually, there is no cause of worry if the bruise is not a deep one. If it is deep; then it would become a wound instead. In such an event it would become susceptible to infection. If infection occurs; then you would have to take a tetanus injection. Nevertheless, a minor bruise can turn to a festering wound if not treated properly.

The good news; however, is that there are herbal and home remedies to heal a bruise. The skin is as it is a very tender part of the body and so it is vulnerable to bruises; this is especially so with elderly people. This is so because the skin becomes suppler with age.

The application of Comfrey tea is a renowned treatment for bruises; the application of this would lessen the pain and prevent the formation of a scar. Cauterization; is another effective way to deal with a bruise; if it is not an open one. You can do this at home with the help of an ice pack.

Chicken pox occurs usually in children (3 to 4 years of age) and is very contagious. The attack is severe in older children. The symptoms appear in the form of a rash on the skin and it is red in color. Though, they appear usually on the upper portion of the back and chest. In really serious cases these spots may appear on the face and scar it or life. In other words if the attack is severe the person would become a scar face. They keep occurring and drying up till seventeen days. The sore ripens fast and has a wet exterior.

This ailment is treatable herbally. Brown vinegar is very essential in treating chicken pox. Add half a cup of brown vinegar to Luke warm bathing water; this would give relief from the irritation of the ailment. An oatmeal bath stops the irritation caused by chicken pox. A few other herbal remedies for chicken pox are the use of boiled green pea water and baking soda. The child should be given a sponge with baking soda; so that when it dries up the child would refrain from itching.

The above mentioned herbal remedies are proven and side effect free. Besides, they are cost friendly also. The many people who have tried these herbal remedies would vouch for their efficacy.

The definition of freckles is that they are spots which are round and dark; they appear on the skin. Size wise they may range from 2 mm to 4 mm. Pigment precipitation; could be one of the causes for freckles. The skin surrounding the freckles would be of normal hue. According to medical science freckles are hereditary and it comes as an heirloom to a person. Though, they have no medical importance. However, the exposure to UV rays worsens them. Freckles can be found in any part of the human body; though usually they appear in the exposed part of the body. Freckles are of two kinds Ephelides and Lentigines. The former fades away at the onset of winter; however the latter lingers for a very long time.

Nevertheless, there are some herbal treatments for freckles. Massage the affected area with sour cream, and then wipe it off with a soft towel. After this, apply moisturizer to the area on which you have just used sour cream. Lemon juice is also very potent in treating freckles. This is because lime is a natural bleach and so the application of lemon juice lightens the dark spots. Cucumber face mask is also a very good herbal remedy for freckles.