Living in Dubai and the UAE can be a dream come true for most people; getting access to a future world in the form of radicalized technology can be quite tempting especially for foreigners. Nonetheless, there seems to be a common challenge which is yet to be fully addressed in the UAE. A good number of the population, aliens and locals alike, find themselves struggling and having to hide or brutally deal with some skin problems. Considering how hot the UAE can get since the better part is a desert, many people end up suffering maybe from the sun, dried skin or even from some insects common in the region.
The major problem is that the bigger masses have been addressing the issue from a backward point of approach. Instead of addressing the source of the problem, most people end up going for beauty products which only cover up the condition instead of reversing the whole thing and providing a longer-term solution. Most find themselves in deep regret as soon as they stop using the alternative treatments, steroids and skin products since the condition doubles back in full force.
What Are The Common Conditions Experienced In The UAE?
16 million Americans are said to suffer from rosacea, a condition characterized by redness of cheeks, forehead, nose, chin and sometimes red bumps alongside pus spots. The condition can be made way worse when one lives in really sunny regions such as Dubai. You can, therefore, start imagining how many people in the UAE experience the same condition.
Other common skin challenges according to a study done by the Arabian Business include acne, eczema, psoriasis, itchy patches and dry skin. Most of these are in often cases aggravated by the climatic conditions of the UAE. Some of the challenges have been said to have no cure hence leaving thousands hopeless and desperately turning to crude and expensive methods of addressing their problem. Alas! This should not be the case anymore.
What’s The Way Forward?
Having covered the main challenge, what is the solution for the millions suffering from these skin problems? We are not about to suggest to you a beauty product or some form of skin applicant that’s going to give you a straight-away solution! No: instead, we present to you traditional Chinese medicine.
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Addressing Skin Challenges
Traditional Chinese medicine uses the principle of Chi which combines four factors: wind, water, heat and cold. The secret is in balancing all these factors to create stability and a positive flow of Qi (pronounced ‘Chi’) which is the essentially the energy flowing in our bodies. A Qi deficit results in sickness and common challenges such as skin problems. The practice has been around for the past 3000 years making this treatment form reliable, dependable and has been effective with time due to renewed research and studies.
Common Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Flawless Skin
Starting with the most basic approach in traditional Chinese medicine, food is used as a cure. It is from foods that we get most of the drugs and medicines as we know them. Once you recognize your body make-up and form, you can know the most appropriate foods to take at the appropriate times. Simple foods used to address skin problems in traditional Chinese medicine include bitter melons juice applied directly on the skin; crushed pearl powder to counter dull skin, lighten and rejuvenate the skin; red dates and goji berries especially after your menstrual cycle for women; chamomile, yams, burdock roots and ginseng. Watermelons are especially great during the really hot periods as it works to soothe the skin.
Another effective approach that has worked for many is a therapy of acupuncture and acupressure. These methods work to correct all the internal disruptions in the digestive, nervous and hormonal systems, which in often cases happen to be the root cause of most of these diseases. Once the blockage is discovered in the meridians by the acupuncturist, they can then conduct a successful therapy which varies from person to the next. Some may go for therapy for a month while others may keep doing so for six; it all depends on how progressed the condition is amongst other factors.
Our skin expert at our wellness center also seems to suggest other approaches in dealing with skin difficulties under TCM. Some of these methods include mung beans for acne, green tea for several skin flows and other medical concerns, turmeric lattes and turmeric extract mixed with honey and milk for skin application, he shou wu added to your morning smoothie and even a traditional bath of rice water.
Now You Know
The goodness with traditional Chinese medicine is that it uses principals and methods which are easy to carry out at home alone without the need of consulting a doctor. It gives you the power in your hands to get well on your own. Your moods and emotions are also a crucial factor in healing your skin, body and soul – you need positive energy and vibrations if you are to make any headway in your treatment. So keep that smile on as you apply for traditional Chinese medicine in your battle to realize a better skin – you deserve it.
