5 Most Effective Ways To Remove All Types of Acne Scars & Pimple Marks

Acne is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes spots and pimples, especially on the face, shoulders, back, neck, chest, and upper arms. Acne is a skin disease involving the oil glands at the base of hair follicles. It affects 3 in every 4 people aged 11 to 30 years. It is not dangerous, but it can leave skin scars. Treatment depends on how severe and persistent it is.

For many acne sufferers, the prospect of living blemish-free can easily lead to a medicine cabinet full of chemical creams and oral medications. While these treatments may offer immediate and powerful results, they also tend to carry a long list of side-effects. For those who desire a safe alternative to get rid of the scars left behind from pimples and acne, try some of these clever natural solutions:

1. Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is renowned across the world for its many healthcare applications and uses. It is a potent source of vitamins which can help to heal skin and fade scars.                  

It includes:   

• Vitamins A, B, C, D and E
• Vitamin B12 (Aloe Vera is one of only a few plants to contain this nutrient)
• Copper
• Magnesium
• Potassium
• Zinc

It is a fantastic natural moisturizer that is both light-weight and non-greasy. Anti-oxidant components in Aloe Vera also help to reduce early signs of aging. Polysaccharides contained in Aloe Vera increase the activity of micro-phages in blood which fight off infection and help heal wounds faster with less scarring.

 

A. Aloe Vera for Dry Skin

Take some Aloe Vera, a pinch of turmeric, a teaspoon of honey, a teaspoon of milk and a few drops of rose water. Blend this mix till you get a paste. Apply it and leave in for about 20 minutes or so.

 

B. Aloe Vera Scrub

Grab half a cup of fresh Aloe Vera gel, a cup of sugar and two tablespoons of lemon juice. The sugar will help exfoliate and scrub off dead skin, the aloe vera will deep clean the skin and the lemon will help fade out scars and tan. Stir the three ingredients together and use it to scrub both face and body.

C. Aloe Vera for Acne

Take some Aloe Vera gel, blended walnuts with a flour like consistency and honey. Aloe Vera's healing properties coupled with the anti-oxidants from honey will leave you with smooth and clear skin.

D. Aloe Vera for Sensitive Skin 

Grab some Aloe Vera gel, cucumber juice, yogurt and rose oil and blend them to a paste. Apply and leave for around 20 minutes, then rinse it off. Please note that the information contained in this article is purely educational and is not intended to take the place of medications or to treat serious illness or injury.

2. Honey

Honey is a miraculous natural ingredient often prescribed by medical practitioners for the treatment of acne and pimples. If you are still not aware of how to use honey for your acne then you are at the right place.

Honey, with its fine antibacterial capacities, is the perfect remedy for killing the germs outside and as well as inside your skin. Besides, honey is also excellent for detoxifying your body. Honey cleans your blood, boosts metabolism, and rejuvenates the immune system if you consume it religiously. Whether applied externally or taken with a drink, it has amazing effects. It also has anti-inflammatory qualities that help prevent the swelling and redness that can come from acne. Finally, for those with dry skin, honey is a natural humectant, which preserves moisture in your skin and can prevent some peeling and dryness that other acne treatments can cause.

How to Use Honey:

Use raw honey. You should never use processed honey, as they can irritate your skin more. You should be able to find raw honey at your local food store. Wash your face first, but don’t use a towel or scrub as they can cause irritation.

A. For Topical Application…

• Use a cotton ball to apply a small amount of raw honey to the affected area.
• Leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse with warm water followed by cold water.
• Repeat the process regularly for best results.

B. For Internal Consumption…

• Add 1 tablespoon of honey and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice into a glass of warm water. 
• Stir well and drink it. This mixture also helps to detoxify the body and boost your metabolism.

C. Honey with Cinnamon…

Cinnamon contains anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which reduce the swelling and treat acne.

• Mix 2 tablespoons of honey and a teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
• Apply the paste to the pimples.
• Leave it on for 10 – 15 minutes (if possible, leave the mixture overnight)
• Rinse with warm water and apply toner of your choice.
• Repeat the process regularly for the best results.

3. Lemon

Lemon juice is a natural alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that can be used to fade scars, promote healing, and revitalize skin. Simply squeeze the juice from one organic lemon into a small bowl. You can use this treatment undiluted or mixed with water if you have sensitive skin. Dab juice over scars with a cotton ball and let it dry completely. Then rinse your face with cool water and follow up with a natural moisturizer. Repeat this treatment once every two or three days.

4. Potato Juice

Potatoes contain niacin for skin-lightening due to hyper-pigmentation from acne or other skin conditions. 

Vitamin- and mineral-rich potato is another vegetable which is great for skin health and healing. Use the juice of a fresh organic potato to fade acne and pimple scars by cutting off a few thin slices and applying them directly to affected areas.

Alternately, you can cut thicker slices and apply the juice by massaging them over scars. For best results, leave potato juice on your skin for at least fifteen minutes before rinsing off with warm water. You can do this up to once per day. Massage part of your face gently with a slice of potato. Use a new potato slice for each part of your face to prevent spreading bacteria. It will gently exfoliate the surface of the skin, sloughing off dead skin cells.

5. Vitamin E

Vitamin E can also help keep the oil produced by the skin for longer by preventing their oxidation in air. The overall effect of Vitamin E on acne scars will not happen overnight. The scars will only fade gradually as the skin repairs it and the vitamin reduces both the appearance and size of the scars.

Probably the easiest way to use vitamin E for healing scars is to simply puncture the end of a gel capsule and squeeze the contents onto your fingertip. Apply the oil directly to scarred skin or mix it into your daily moisturizer to help heal acne and pimple scars faster.

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