A Review Article On: Phyto Protection From Acne By Polyherbs.

Abstract

One of skin diseases that is frequently taking attention among teenagers and young adults is acne or in medical term called
acne vulgaris. Acne is the disease which agitates the face during the primary phase of life, i.e. pubescent to adulthood. In
Ayurvedic has been quoted as Mukhadushika or Yuvanpidika. Acne can be treated by repairing follicular abnormalities,
decreasing sebum production, decreasing the number of Propionibacterium acnes colonies and reducing inflammation of
the skin.The bacterial population of Propionibacterium acnes can be reduced by giving an antibacterial substance such as
erythromycin, clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide. In the treatment of acne we can get antibacterial originating from nature,
one of which can be obtained in the secondary metabolism of plants. The extracts and essential oils of Piper Betel leaf
contain antibacterial and antifungal activities. The effectiveness of the use of Piper BetleLleaf ethanol extract (Piper betel
Linn) in acne treatment can be improved by creating formulations in the form of cream preparations.[1]