Onions against Acne
July 17, 2017Advertisement
Antioxidants in onions may help reduce inflammations that are implicated in acne. The sulfur-containing essential oils in onion stimulate production of the molecule glutathione. A study found glutathione levels to be lower in people who were prone to skin breakouts. The antioxidant is most potent when the onions are eaten raw or lightly cooked.