Many nonmedical treatments have been researched for acne vulgaris due to the prevalence of the condition, however, the evidence for most alternative treatments is either nonexistent or low in quality.[1]
For instance, there is some weak evidence that tea tree oil and bee venom may reduce total skin lesions in acne vulgaris.
In contrast, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and wet-cupping therapy were not found to be helpful to ease the symptoms of acne vulgaris.
Notably, alternative treatments may lead to adverse effects that can worsen acne vulgaris or lead to other health problems.