Acne is caused by:
• Over production of sebum
• Proliferation of P. Acnes
• Abnormal plugging of ducts
• Inflammation
Effective therapy centres on providing anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial care.
A comparative study by Bassett et al has shown the constituents α-pinene and α-terpineol, found in Niaouli, to be active against P.Acnes. Synergistic Lavender Oil, containing borneol and terpinen-4-ol, adds significant antiseptic qualities to the blend. The formula is rounded out by using Jojoba Oil as carrier - Jojoba is of partucular use in reducing inflammation.
1 Bassett IB, Pannowitz DL, Barneston RS. A comparative study of tea tree oil versus benzoylperoxide in the treatment of acne. Med J Aust. 1990; 153: 455-8.
2 Habashy PR, Abdel Nain AB, Kalifa AE et al. Anti-inflammatory effects of jojoba liquid wax in experimental models. Pharmacol Res. 2004; 51(2): 95-105.