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
Fresh aloe vera gel is a potent source of
vitamins which can help to heal skin and fade scars. Aloe is gentle, so
you won’t have to worry about further damaging or irritating skin. Also,
because aloe is such a wonderful natural moisturizer, it will leave
your skin looking and feeling softer and healthier.
While aloe vera gel may be found in any drug
store or pharmacy, fresh organic aloe is best. Potted aloe plants are
easy to find and require almost no maintenance to grow even without the
use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Should you choose to use
fresh aloe to combat your acne scars, just break off a small piece of
one leaf, peel away the outer flesh to expose the gel, and massage
gently into your skin. For best results, let the gel soak in for at
least thirty minutes before washing it off.
2. Baking Soda
Baking soda is a common household item with
literally hundreds of uses, including the ability to help heal scars.
Baking soda is composed of sodium bicarbonate crystals which gently
exfoliate skin when used as a cleansing scrub. Just mix a few teaspoons
of baking soda with enough water to form a thick paste then massage into
skin where scars are present. Once applied, you should leave the
mixture on for a minute or two. This will allow the soda to cleanse
pores and help prevent further blemishes. After a couple of minutes,
wash your face in lukewarm water and apply a good natural moisturizer
like rose hip seed, jojoba, coconut, or olive oil.
Do this about once every other day for great results!
3. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil
is at the top of the list when it comes to natural moisturizers with
healing properties. Scoop about a quarter of a teaspoon of virgin coconut oil into
the palm of your hand and let it melt as it comes up to body
temperature. With your fingertips, massage oil directly onto scarred
skin and let it soak in. There is no need to wash coconut oil away as
the vitamins and essential fatty acids will continue to work and improve
skin health as long as you wear it. However, if the oil is too heavy
for your comfort, leave it on for at least thirty minutes before
removing with an all-natural cleanser.4. Cucumber
Cucumbers are a popular ingredient in
facial treatments for good reason. This vegetable is not only super
hydrating, cucumber also contains vitamin A, vitamin C, and magnesium –
all of which are great for your skin. To use this treatment for healing
acne scars just pick up an organic cucumber from your local market, cut
off a few thin slices, and lay them over your scarred skin. After about
thirty minutes, discard the cucumber slices and rinse your face with
cool water. Repeat daily as desired.
5. Honey
Another natural moisturizer which can help
heal scars is honey. It is best to use raw honey, not the processed kind
found on the shelves of most chain grocery stores. To obtain the best
quality, try your local farmer’s market or natural health care store.
Once you’ve gotten the good stuff, simply massage a small amount of
honey over your scars and let this wonder of nature work its magic. You
can also mix about a teaspoon of ground cinnamon per two tablespoons of
honey for added pore-cleansing power. Use this treatment as often and
for as long as you like.
6. 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.
Remember that lemon juice will make skin more
sensitive to UV radiation, so it’s best to avoid direct sunlight for a
while after using this treatment.
7. Potato Juice
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.
8. Rose Hip Seed Oil
Rose hip seed
oil is in a class by itself when it comes to promoting naturally healthy
skin. For maximum health benefits, be sure to use organic cold-pressed
oil. Apply this light-weight, non-greasy treatment once or twice each
day to reap the benefits of its essential fatty acids and high
concentration of trans-retinoic acid – a natural form of vitamin A found
in rose hip seeds. Try 100% organic rose hip seed oil in conjunction with a derma roller to heal scars even faster!
9. Sugar Scrub
For a more
therapeutic way to heal acne scars, make yourself a homemade sugar
scrub. Sugar cane contains glycolic acid, another AHA that removes dead
skin and promotes cell regeneration. Simply mix raw organic cane sugar
with virgin olive oil at a two-to-one ratio then add several drops of
organic lemon juice until your scrub is workable, but not too watery.
Apply sugar scrub to scars about once every two or three days. Leave on
for about fifteen minutes and remember to follow up with a good natural
moisturizer!
10. Vitamin E
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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