Skin is sometimes called the third lung, as it is our largest organ of elimination and assimilation. Acne is not only embarrassing, it is a sign that internally something is not right. Many factors come into the picture when we see our skin erupt, from diet, to stress, to hormones. Although the problem area is usually the face, the chest and back are also prone to breakouts, especially this transitional time of year. Besides good nutrition, rest, and exercise there are other rituals to bring beauty into your life. Excess oil on the face is a major cause of irritation. Sometimes an evening of working on yourself is in order to clear up problems which may be manifesting themselves in the form of acne. Making your own remedies guarantees synthetics, preservatives, fragrances, and coloring agents will not be present to spoil the results as they often make problems worse.