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Bioherbaceutical Acne Medicines -
 The Natural Accutane Alternative

 

   
Which Is The Best Natural
Accutane Alternative?
  ClearPores
  Acnease
Zenmed
  Vilantae
  Actimine
Oratin
 

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Bioherbaceutical Acne Treatment...
Proven 95% Effective!
 

  • Tried just about every drug available for acne, but had disappointing results?
     

  • Experienced the unpleasant side effects of antibiotics, contraceptives or Accutane?
     

  • Ready to try a natural acne remedy which has been proven to be as effective as Accutane but without the side effects?

If your answer to any of the above questions was "yes", you may be an excellent candidate for a natural Accutane alternative treatment, from a range of remedies described as "bioherbaceutical medicines".


What Are Bioherbaceutical Medicines & How Do They Work?

Bioherbaceutical medicine is that branch of medicine which relies on the use of drugs and remedies derived from naturally-occurring sources. Up until relatively recently, it has been the exclusive preserve of non-Western medicine, in particular, traditional Chinese medicine, but as you will probably know, modern Western is showing an increasing interest as science gradually proves or disproves the effectiveness of each natural product.

In recent years, treatments specifically for use by acne sufferers have been developed within the field of bioherbaceutical medicine, and some of these have proved so successful in clearing up acne, they have been dubbed "natural Accutane alternatives". They are so-called because they rival the acne drug Accutane not only in their degree of effectiveness, but also in the way that they work, in that they reduce the production of acne-producing oil in the sebaceous glands of the skin.
 

Yes, But How Do I Know Bioherbaceutical Medicines Work?

Bioherbaceutical acne medicines definitely do work and without the debilatating (and sometimes dangerous) side effects of Accutane - in clinical trials, the best of the group has been able to demonstrate improvements in all grades of acne vulgaris, including cystic acne, with up to 95% effectiveness in the treatment of adolescent acne, and 80% effectiveness in individuals over 31 years of age after one month of treatment. 

Acne sufferers will typically use a bioherbaceutical for a period of 1-5 months in order to get their acne under control. After this treatment period, most individuals should be able to stop using the remedy. Others may need to take a reduced maintenance dose, or to use periodically in order to stem breakouts.

While not all the brands reviewed below have undergone the rigors of a full clinical trial, several have been reviewed and/or recommended by respected dermatologists, general medical and herbal practitioners.

Since they contain natural, rather than chemically produced substances, bioherbaceutical medicines are treated as "dietary supplements" by the FDA, and as such, are not subject to review for effectiveness. However, all ingredients in the brands reviewed on this page have been passed as safe by the FDA.


Does It Matter Which Bioherbaceutical Medicine I Use?

As with Western drugs, bioherbaceutical medicines are produced to varying specifications by different companies. Some brands will include more or less of an active ingredient than others, some may include entirely different ingredients.

While it is true that individuals don't respond to treatments, Western or non-Western in an identical pattern, it sensible to go with those brands which are most able to prove their effectiveness.

To that end, we've complied a ranked short-list of acne bioherbaceuticals on the basis of demonstrable effectiveness, independent user review, customer support and safeguards in the form of money back guarantees.


Natural Accutane Alternative Shortlist

 
 

ClearPores


ClearPores is a 3-part acne treatment system, which consists of a wash, moisturiser and herbal supplement which provides a powerful internal therapy to clear up the conditions that cause acne from the inside. You can purchase either a facial or body version, as well as being able to purchase the supplements separately.

Although the topical treatments are not 100% natural ingredients, they are free from benzoyl peroxide, making them particularly suitable for use by people with adult acne, as well as teens.

The ClearPores people have worked hard in recent years to not only develop a product which is effective (a fact increasingly borne out by the glowing comments appearing on the user forums at Acne.org), but also to develop a first-rate customer service, which extends post purchase to membership of an anti-acne membership website and a moderated support forum.  They've also had some interesting endorsements by medical practitioners.

Overall, ClearPores is the product that impressed us most.

Pros: 6 month money back guarantee, free skin guide site membership, free forum access, free dead cell removal washcloth, free additional supplements. 24-hour pre and post sales telephone service, plus e-mail service to get questions answered.

Cons: While you can purchase the supplements separately, you can't buy the cleanser or moisturiser individually, which is a pain if you run out of either before the other stuff.
 

Medical Endorsements
Customer Testimonials

Full ClearPores Review

Visit ClearPores Website


Acnease


Acnease is produced as a dietary supplement to prevent acne outbreak, and has the distinction of being the only natural Accutane alternative for which a full clinical trial has been carried out. This study revealed that when used for just 30 days, Acnease produced an overall effectiveness rating of 80%. Because of clinical credentials of the product, Acnease has also been featured in two leading medical journals.

Both its scientific profile and independent user comments lead us to score Acnease very highly. While the website isn't the most modern, it is informative, and more importantly, the product does what it claims to do...and can prove it.

Pros: 2 month money back guarantee, published data from clinical trials. Detailed usage instructions on site. E-mail and telephone support service, with dedicated sales offices on both sides of the Atlantic.  Acnease is shipped from US and UK, so no customs duty/tax for US and EU citizens.
 

Clinical Evidence
Independent Reviews(1)
Independent Reviews (2)
Customer testimonials

Visit Acnease website


Zenmed DermaCleanse


Like ClearPores above, Zenmed's DermaCleanse system is a 3-part program, although it is formulated a little differently. It consists of a cleanser, an anti-bacterial gel with which to medicate any active acne and capsules which are taken to prevent breakouts. They also produce two additional products for body acne.

Like its obvious rival CleaPores, DermaCleanse is a product which contains gentle, but powerful ingredients which are designed to attack the acne on both internal and external fronts by cleaning the skin, medicating and reducing oil production.

Pros: Fee jar Sebum Regulating Moisturizer when purchasing complete system, 2 month money back guarantee. Able to purchase all products separately if you don't want/need the whole package. Pre and post sales FAQs answered by telephone or mail.
 

Independent Reviews
Customer Testimonials

Visit DermaCleanse  website


Vilante


Vilantae is a newcomer to this market, but appears to be making significant in-roads. While they appear to be able to document success stories on their website, we would like to see evidence from independent sources before rating this product any higher.

Pros: 3 month money back guarantee + $50 back. Shipped from US, Australia, UK and several other countries, so no customs duty to pay. Live chat and telephone support.
 

Medical References

Visit Vilantae website


Actimine


Actimine appears here as an average ranking acne prevention product. While the product has received some favorable inependent user reviews, there is little attempt by the marketing company to explain how or why Actimine can benfit acne sufferers.  This can hardly inspire confidence.

Pros: 6 month money back guarantee. Pre and post sales questions answered by telephone or mail.

Cons: Seemingly indifferent sales site.
 

Independent Reviews

Visit Actimine website


Oratin


Oratin started out a couple of years ago as a great white hope among natural anti-acne products, with good results, a responsive sales team and a dynamic user forum. Recently however, the standard of customer service appears to have declined dramatically, with some users complaining of having to wait unacceptably  long periods to have their orders filled.

Pros: support forum (unmoderated). Save 10% by signing up for automatic monthly refill. E-mail support.

Cons: No money back guarantee. No telephone support
 

Independent Reviews

Visit Oratin website