Most of the natural treatment for acne works by bringing a reduction in the inflammation of the skin. For maintaining normal and healthy growth of the skin, for maintaining hormonal balance and strong immune system, vitamins and minerals are must in the body. All the above mentioned factors directly or indirectly have an impact on the acne. Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and its deficiency can lead to acne but at the same time it is important to know that excess of such vitamins can also make the acne condition worse.  Derivatives of vitamin A help in drying up of the sebum which is infected with the bacteria and kills of all the germs. If acne is the caused because of the sebaceous gland getting blocked, then application of vitamin A will help in drying the sebum and peeling off the layer of dead cells. Once the layer of cell infected by bacteria is removed, a new layer of skin grows which is free from acne pores. But it is important to use vitamin A under the supervision under the guidance of medical professional as it can become injurious to health and especially pregnant women must not make use of vitamin A.