Acne and Herbal Medicines

Usually three 500-milligram capsules a day containing black currant seed oil or evening primrose oil is prescribed for three months or until the acne clears up.
 
Other herbs usually recommended are:

echinacea
calendula
tea tree oil
goldenseal

Tea made with a combination of nettles and cleavers tincture is also suggested.

Tea made with lavender or chamomile is suggested to relieve stress.

Tea made from Chinese herbs cnidium seed and honeysuckle flower are prescribed by Chinese herbalists.