1. Constitution and acne according to the medical prescriptions

The prescriptions treat constitutions with heavy acne. Cold, heat and blood stasis should be distinguished. Acne originates from constitution, and hormones can be detoxified normally and smoothly.

Classical medicine pays attention to the overall physical condition and divides people's constitution into eight types: cold, heat, deficiency, excess, depression, blood stasis, phlegm, and dampness. Each constitution has the chance of developing acne, and Cold, heat, blood stasis, and entity are the most common symptoms.

Cold body - body functions are in a state of convergence, lowness, gloominess, decline, and addiction. People with this type of constitution sweat less, have heavy hair, and enlarged pores, which affects the detoxification and metabolism of the skin.

Hot body - the function is in a state of hyperactivity, excitement, heat, publicity and excitement

. People with this type of constitution have excess energy secretion and hypersecretion, which is the most common type of acne.

Deficiency - physical deficiency and low function. Acne with this type of constitution is often light in color but difficult to eliminate.

Entity - a physical state in which there are too many waste toxins in the body and cannot be effectively discharged. This type of constitution provides a continuous "material basis" for acne due to too many toxins in the body, or the toxins are excreted in the form of acne.

Yuti - a type of constitution characterized by disordered body functions. People with this type of constitution often have mixed cold and heat, disorders of qi and blood, mental depression, poor sleep, etc., which lead to endocrine disorders and acne.

Stagnant body - a constitution with poor blood circulation. People with this type of constitution have high blood viscosity and slow blood circulation, which can easily lead to difficulty in eliminating pathological products in the body, thus causing acne.

People with a phlegm-damp constitution may also suffer from acne, and there are more metabolites in the body that are difficult to discharge. Usually it is combined with other constitutions.

The treatment of acne with classic prescriptions is mainly based on the characteristics of local acne and combined with the overall physical condition.

My commonly used acne prescriptions

1. Shiwei Baidu Powder - the basic prescription for acne vulgaris. It can treat any pustules. Use this to detoxify after the aftermath. Shiwei Baidu Powder is a commonly used prescription in Japanese Kampo medicine, and granules are available in Japan and Taiwan. It is a variation of Jingfang Baidu Powder in "Rejuvenation from All Diseases". This recipe can enhance the skin's ability to remove toxins and is often used to treat the following types of acne.

The first type is closed acne, which is common among teenagers. This can make acne disappear if it first appears or if you keep your mouth closed. Of course, in order to increase sweating during use, it is often necessary to steam or wrap the face with plastic wrap to promote detoxification. Be careful to avoid cold and wind after taking traditional Chinese medicine. The phenomenon of increased acne while taking the medicine is a normal acne reaction.

The second situation is for those whose acne has a tendency to suppurate. This prescription can help the pus head dissipate as soon as possible.

In the third case, this prescription can be used in the early stages of acute allergic acne, which is usually caused by unclean diet or cosmetic allergies. In addition, this prescription can also well improve allergic constitution and the constitution of diseases with repeated suppuration, so it can be used to regulate the constitution of people who are prone to allergies and acne.

In the fourth case, Shiwei Baidu Powder can be used for acne sufferers during a cold or allergic rhinitis attacks.

The fifth situation is used for the aftermath of acne. When the acne has gone away, you can use Shiwei Baidu Powder to make the acne bumps disappear. If no new acne appears after taking Shiwei Baidu Powder, it means that the facial acne may have gone away.

2. Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction - a representative prescription for acne with fire body and excess heat constitution. Qingshang Fangfeng Huichun Decoction can treat wind-heat poisonous sores with long heads and faces, full sores, abscesses and pain, and upper burnt heat. Anti-acne health.

Characteristics of acne - blackheads or whiteheads, pustules, and nodules are all common. The sore body should be convex, plump, red in color, with a pus head, or the pus should be yellow in color and sticky.

Physical characteristics - relatively strong physique, flushed and shiny face, bloodshot eyes or excessive eye excrement, dark red or purple lips, red or old tongue, thick or yellow tongue coating, slippery and strong pulse . Prone to anxiety, irritability, insomnia, dreaminess, dizziness, headache, restlessness, and difficulty concentrating. These patients generally like greasy, spicy, barbecue, hot pot, etc.

Likes coolness and hates heat, likes to eat cold drinks, and sweats profusely. Dry mouth, bitter mouth, prone to oral ulcers. It is common to have a sore throat after a cold, and the urine is usually yellow, short, and smelly. This physical type is more common in strong young men and women, and in men and women who eat a diet that lacks exercise.

Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction is a prescription in the "Rejuvenation of All Diseases". The original text is mainly used to clear away burns and treat facial sores and boils, as well as wind-heat poison. It is now commonly used to treat inflammatory diseases characterized by redness, swelling, heat and pain in the head and face.

3. Pueraria lobata decoction - commonly used prescription for back acne

Pueraria lobata dispersing wind and cold prescription, strong body and strong neck and back muscles, dark and deep sores, stiffness, heavy sweating in light summer and winter Kang.

Characteristics of acne - Acne is dark in color and deep-set. It occurs on the face and back, and more often on the back.

Physical characteristics - The body is relatively strong, the muscles are relatively developed, the skin is dark or yellow, and the skin is relatively thick. The complexion is dark and lackluster, and they are generally engaged in manual labor. There are more opportunities for strong young adults to apply it. Acne usually lessens or dissipates after exercise, and is milder in summer and more severe in winter. Female patients are generally accompanied by dysmenorrhea, scanty menstruation, amenorrhea, etc.

Pueraria lobata decoction is a sweat-relieving stimulant, mainly used to treat diseases of the skin, lower back, head and face. Pueraria lobata decoction can lose weight and enhance basal metabolic rate. Especially for acne patients with late menstruation, amenorrhea, polycystic ovaries or ovulatory dysfunction, the application of Pueraria lobata decoction can improve the endocrine state.

4. Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder - Acne Recipe for Obesity and Strong Constitution

Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder can treat acne in strong men, eliminate pustules, cysts and sinuses, detoxify and lose weight Stay safe and healthy.

Characteristics of acne - there are many acnes, densely packed and in different shapes. It manifests as acne, papules, pustules, cysts, nodules, sinuses, and scars, which appear densely on the face, chin, chest, and back.

Physical characteristics - relatively stout physique, yellowish-dark or dark-black or dark-red complexion, shiny, bloodshot eyes, thick eyebrows, obvious body hair, and less sweating. He has a great appetite and likes to eat meat. He has a cheerful personality and is easily irritable. A full abdomen is prone to constipation, acne, folliculitis, eczema, etc., skin allergies, rashes or itching, and the skin is prone to dryness and roughness. The lips are generally red or dark red, and the tongue is red. The pulse is strong. People with this constitution are generally prone to allergic reactions and acute diseases in teenagers. Such as allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, urticaria, eczema, obesity, etc. In middle-aged and elderly people, they are susceptible to diseases such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, diabetes, and constipation. Adolescent women may experience less menstruation, delayed menstruation, or even amenorrhea, infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome, etc. Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder is a traditional internal and external solution, clearing away heat and dissipating wind. It has the comprehensive effects of reducing fever, anti-allergy, anti-inflammation, lowering lipids, lowering blood pressure, laxative, and weight loss.

5. Pueraria Mirifica Warming Decoction - Pueraria Mirifica Warming Beauty Decoction for those with acne due to deficiency and coldness in the exterior and interior. It can remove hair thinning, yellow face, chest, flat lips and dry lips in the late menstrual period, and normal hormones can help with acne.

Characteristics of acne - distributed on forehead, cheeks, back, small in number, closed and difficult to eliminate.

Physical characteristics - The complexion is yellowish and dark, the skin on the face is rough, and the pores are relatively large. I usually don’t sweat easily. They are also prone to fatigue, have slower reactions, and are prone to falling asleep in class. Relatively docile personality. They are also afraid of cold, their skin is rough, their lips, hands and feet have drier skin, and their hands have more burrs. Hair breaks easily, stools become loose, some have flat chests, and menstruation is not possible for several months. B-ultrasound indicates that the uterus is too small or the endometrium is too thin. If you do a sex hormone test, you will find that their luteinizing hormone levels are high, or their estrogen levels are low, or their testosterone is high. We call it a physical constitution that is both real and virtual. On the surface, it means that their skin is rough and difficult to sweat; internal deficiency means that their internal uterus and ovaries are not fully developed, their blood production capacity is insufficient, and their functions are low, such as the absence of menstruation or low menstrual flow. It is more common among girls in middle and high schools.

After taking Pueraria lobata decoction and Wenjing decoction for a period of time, menstruation will begin, hormone levels will gradually return to normal, the complexion will slowly become rosy, and the skin will gradually become moisturized and delicate. At the same time, the female characteristics will gradually become more prominent, and the hair will become more prominent. It will gradually become shiny and smooth, and the acne on your face will slowly dissipate, regaining the youthful charm of a girl.

6. Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction---Acne Recipe for Yu-Fire Constitution

Schizonepeta Forsythia Detoxification Decoction can treat acne with yellow and red pus, depression and anxiety, tight abdominal muscles, and facial features. Lymphitis light.

Characteristics of acne - the sore body is convex, shiny, red in color, suppurative, and the pus is yellow and sticky.

Physical characteristics - The body shape is often slender, and the complexion is usually flushed or red and black with a shiny look. The eyes are usually bloodshot or have excessive eye discharge. Red lips, throat, and fear of heat. Acne occurs more frequently in summer. It is easy to feel depressed and irritable at ordinary times, and the pulse is tight and stringy. The abdominal muscles are tight. Susceptible to sinusitis, otitis media, mastoiditis, conjunctivitis, lymphadenitis, etc. Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction has the functions of clearing away heat, dispersing wind, relieving depression, regulating qi, nourishing blood, and activating blood circulation. It is a prescription for detoxifying the body. As your physique improves, facial oil will gradually decrease and acne will gradually disappear.

7. Bupleurum plus Longgu Oyster Decoction - Recipe for Depression, Insomnia and Acne

Bupleurum and Longmu Anshen Recipe can be used to treat chest fullness, irritation and acne, insomnia, fear of cold and abdominal stiffness, and relieve depression. Shocking and strong.

Characteristics of acne - high work pressure and insomnia increase acne. It is more common among young men and women in the workplace who face various types of pressure.

Physical Characteristics - General physique is medium, personality is relatively introverted, relatively strong, puts a lot of pressure on oneself, and lacks outlets. Usually prone to insomnia, fatigue, cold sensitivity, chest tightness, and dizziness. During abdominal examination, there is resistance or stiffness in the chest and hypochondrium, and sometimes there is a beating sensation in the umbilicus. Bupleurum plus Longgu Oyster Decoction is a traditional prescription for calming the nerves, calming the nerves, and relieving depression. It has anti-depressant, anxiety-improving, sedative, hypnotic, and anti-epileptic effects. After taking this prescription, as your sleep improves and your mood improves, your acne will gradually improve. .

8. Chai Gui Decoction---Acne Relief for Middle-aged Women

Chai Gui Decoction is a prescription for middle-aged women who are tired, fearful of being cold, dull, mentally and physically tired, have less energy, and have acne. The stains are healed together. Characteristics of acne - There are not many acnes, the color is dark and does not fade away easily, it is aggravated by fatigue and is often accompanied by stains. Adnexitis etc. For example, if the stool is dry and hard, add rhubarb, and if there is a lot of pus, add coix seed. Guizhi Fuling Pills can effectively expand blood vessels in the head, face and body, adjust blood circulation throughout the body, and improve blood viscosity. It not only speeds up the dissipation of acne, but also speeds up the removal of acne marks.

4. Tips for selecting prescriptions for acne

1. Choose prescriptions according to the characteristics of acne:

Parts - Forehead, Shiwei Baidu Powder and Pueraria lobata are often used. Soups include Fangfeng Decoction for the cheeks, Guizhi Fuling Pills for the chin, Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction for the lymphatic area of ??the neck, Pueraria lobata Decoction for the back, etc.

Form - For those with light-colored closed papules, Shiwei Baidu Powder and Pueraria lobata decoction are often used; for those with high, plump, red color, and pus heads, or yellow and sticky pus, use Clear Shang Fangfeng Decoction and Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction; those with dark-colored acne and deep-set sores can use Pueraria lobata Decoction; those with various forms of acne manifesting as comedones, papules, pustules, cysts, and nodules may consider Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder ; If the sore is dark red, plump, indurated, and does not subside for a long time, consider using Guizhi Fuling Pills.

2. Select prescriptions based on physical characteristics:

For cold bodies, ephedra-based prescriptions such as Pueraria lobata are often used. For fire bodies, Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction and Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction are often used. For weak bodies, Ephedra Wenjing Decoction is often used. For solid bodies, Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder and Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction are often used. For depressed bodies, Shiwei Baidu Powder, Bupleurum plus Longgu Oyster Decoction, Jingfang Chaigui Decoction, and Xiaoyao Decoction are often used. Powder, etc., Guizhi Fuling Pills, etc. are commonly used for stasis.

3. Select prescriptions based on the causes and aggravation characteristics of the disease:

Endocrine disorders and amenorrhea - Pueraria lobata decoction, Chaigui decoction, Pueraria lobata Wenjing decoction, etc.;

Depression and insomnia - Bupleurum plus Dragon Bone Oyster Decoction, Chai Gui Decoction, etc.;

Premenstrual aggravation, postmenstrual relief - Modified Xiaoyao Powder, Guizhi Fuling Pills, etc.;

Exacerbation due to spicy food - Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction, Schizonepeta Forsythia Decoction, etc.;

Relief after sweating, aggravation without sweating, remission in spring and summer, aggravation in autumn and winter - Pueraria lobata decoction , Shiwei Baidu Powder, etc.;

Aggravated by seasonal changes, relieved by hot and cold weather - Shiwei Baidu Powder, Chaigui Decoction, etc.

The appendix (drug composition) should be used under the guidance of a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.

1. Shiweibaidu Powder: Schizonepeta, Fangfeng, Bupleurum, Duhuo, Magnolia officinalis, Platycodon, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Poria, licorice, ginger.

2. Qingshang Fangfeng Decoction: Schizonepeta, Fangfeng, Mint, Coptis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Gardenia, Forsythia, Angelica dahurica, Platycodon, Citrus aurantium, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Licorice.

3. Pueraria lobata decoction: Pueraria lobata, ephedra, cassia twig, white peony root, licorice, ginger, jujube.

4. Fangfeng Tongsheng Powder: Fangfeng, Ligusticum chuanxiong, angelica, peony, rhubarb, mint leaves, ephedra, forsythia, sodium salt, gypsum, skullcap, platycodon, talc, licorice, schizonepeta, atractylodes, gardenia son.

5. Pueraria lobata Wenjing Decoction: Ephedra, Pueraria lobata, Evodia, Ophiopogon japonicus, Angelicae, white peony root, Chuanxiong, ginseng, cassia twig, donkey hide gelatin, peony bark, ginger, licorice, pinellia.

6. Schizonepeta and Forsythia Decoction: Schizonepeta, Forsythia suspensa, Fangfeng, Angelica sinensis, Ligusticum chuanxiong, White peony root, Rehmannia glutinosa, Bupleurum, Citrus aurantium, Scutellaria baicalensis, Gardenia, Angelica dahurica, Platycodon, Licorice.

7. Bupleurum plus dragon bone and oyster soup: Bupleurum, ginger pinellia, skullcap, dangshen, cassia twig, poria, dragon bone, oyster, ginger, jujube, jujube

Yellow.

8. Chai Gui Decoction: Bupleurum, skullcap, ginger pinellia, dangshen, angelica, chuanxiong, atractylodes, poria, alisma, peony, licorice, ginger, jujube.

9. Danzhi Xiaoyao Powder: Atractylodes, Bupleurum, Angelica, Poria, licorice, peony bark, Gardenia, white peony root.

10. Guizhi Fuling Pills: Guizhi, Poria, red peony root, paeonol bark, peach kernel.