Chinese medicine believes that Portulaca oleracea has the functions of clearing away heat and toxic materials, relieving swelling and pain, and has a certain auxiliary treatment effect on skin diseases such as acne and eczema.
Anti-aging Portulaca oleracea contains flavonoids, saponins and other antioxidant substances, which can inhibit human free radicals when applied externally to the skin, keep the skin in good condition and delay aging.
Antibacterial and bacteriostatic Portulaca oleracea contains a variety of alkaloids, which has the function of disinfection and sterilization, can inhibit fungi on the skin surface and keep the skin smooth.
Why does the skin itch more after using purslane? It may be caused by allergies.
Portulaca oleracea, as a Chinese herbal medicine, is not suitable for all people when used externally. Some people have itchy skin after external use of purslane. In fact, this is an allergic phenomenon. It is suggested that Portulaca oleracea should be taken out immediately, and the juice of Portulaca oleracea should be washed away with clear water, and then go to the nearest hospital for treatment, so as not to delay and aggravate the allergic situation. Be careful not to touch the allergic parts with your hands in the later stage to avoid the stimulation of spicy food.
3 How to apply purslane Most people apply purslane to their faces to relieve dry skin. The specific method is as follows:
1. Prepare a proper amount of Portulaca oleracea, and clean the surface sediment.
2. Put a proper amount of water in the pot, add purslane, cook for 5 minutes on low heat, and then take it out.
3. Mash the cooked purslane in a bowl until the juice flows out.
4. After cleansing with facial cleanser, you can apply it with mashed purslane.
4 Precautions for Portulaca oleracea face application 1. The decay time of purslane should not be too long, and it is generally recommended to be within 8- 10 minutes.
2. Avoid eating spicy food during the application of purslane to avoid weakening the efficacy of purslane.
3. Portulaca oleracea should not be used for a long time. It is recommended to use it once every 2-3 days, the effect will be better, and acne and stye will be avoided due to excessive skin nutrition.