Acne
Natural Acne Treatment Brisbane
Acne is a skin disease where the oil glands (pores) in the skin become blocked. Area's of the skin such as the face, neck, back, shoulders and chest are mainly affected as they contain the highest number of oil glands. Acne generally begins to manifest during adolescence, or puberty, and usually clears by the mid 20's. Occasionally acne can continue into adulthood in varying degrees.
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What causes acne?
The cause of acne is not known. However, some contributors have been identified.
- Hormones
- Diet
- Vitamin deficiency
- Stress
- Family history of acne
- Inflammation
Adult Acne
Adult acne is different from the acne seen in teens and can be contributed to hormones, genetics (parents had adult acne), polycystic ovarian syndrome (in women), excess weight and stress.
Natural remedies for acne
Our experienced natural health team can provide solutions to your acne problems without the use of harsh chemicals. With the help of our caring naturopaths, acupuncturists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners you could reduce or even eliminate acne for good.
Book in for a consultation with our team today and heal your skin naturally.
Our Specialists
Greg Bantick
Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture
Greg Bantick has been in practice since 1975 in a wide variety of clinical settings. He has held senior academic positions and taught in leading colleges in Australia and the U.S. He has a general practice with particular interests in dermatology, digestive, mood and auto-immune disorders. He has lived and trained in China, Japan, and the U.S. He is registered as a Chinese herbalist, pharmacist and acupuncturist with AHPRA CMR0001733690
Qualifications:
- B.Ac (Aust)
- Dip.Ac (China)
- M.T.O.M (U.S.A).
Tina White
Naturopath, Acupuncture
Tina has over 40 year’s clinical practice in natural therapies. As a practitioner, Tina has remarkable insight coupled with a caring nature and is a beacon of hope for those she serves. Having worked as a researcher, lecturer and writer, Tina has gained recognition by other healthcare professionals and stands at the cutting edge of her profession.
Qualifications:
- Dip. Naturopathy
- Dip. Acupuncture
- Dip. Medical Herbalism
- Dip. Holistic Massage