HS ? hidradenitis suppurativa

Has anyone dealt with this condition? Or know of any remedies that may help? My daughter who is 17 has been dealing with it since puberty and the scarring is quite noticeable. I have heard of using coconut oil and going on a Paleo diet. Any suggestions would be helpful.Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Amy Sherman on January 31, 2014 at 12:03pm

I have had great success in using safflower oil. It's very anti inflammatory, has several amino acids that help with skin repair. If you are going the natural route I would add a few drops of sandalwood or a good quality lavender essential oil. I get mine from aromaland.

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Permalink Reply by Kimberly Bourbon on February 2, 2014 at 6:11am

Thank you,I will keep this in mind. I just purchased a quality coconut oil,so we will give that a try first.

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Permalink Reply by Amy Sherman on February 2, 2014 at 7:21am

I don't disagree with coconut oil. Just be aware that on some people, not all, it can be comedongenic. Some of my clients love it and some hate it. Not trying to be mean but just giving you a heads up.

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Permalink Reply by Kimberly Bourbon on February 3, 2014 at 5:26pm

Thanks Amy any suggestions are appreciated,but she is going to give it a try on her bikini line.

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Permalink Reply by Amy Sherman on February 5, 2014 at 6:49pm

No problems, Just a heads up! :D

Also, since you had mentioned this, I was re-reading an old ingredients book that had this condition in it!!! I was shocked! It recommended HEMP SEED OIL (not sure if this is a good idea or not) but thought I would pass along the info! Good Luck!