Natural way of Getting rid of Acne Scars and Blemishes
Monday, February 6th, 2012
There has been an increasing interest in finding natural methods to get rid of acne scars and marks. Fortunately, there are natural home remedies that can help you eliminate blemishes left by acne.
The silver lining behind home remedies for acne blemishes is the low cost because most of the ingredients are readily available in your home. Home remedies, however, do have a downside, especially the time it takes to notice the effects and the variation of the results from person to person. But patience, in this case, is a virtue.
Natural Acne Scar Removal
Before you try any natural home remedy for acne scars and marks, it is recommendable to wash your face using warm water. It is advisable to test the natural product on a small patch of skin to make sure that it does not produce an allergic reaction or irritation. Also keep in mind that all natural skin remedies can be diluted with a small amount of water to produce a gentler version.
Garlic
Because garlic has so many health benefits, it is considered a wonder food. It has also been used in the treatment of acne scars and marks left by pimples. Since garlic can produce a stinging sensation, make sure to rinse it off immediately if it starts burning.
For this home remedy, finely grate a clove of garlic and mix with two tablespoons of water. Massage the paste directly to the effected area. The garlic will exfoliate the skin and remove a layer of scar tissue, so do not leave it on for more than five minutes.
Because of the garlic’s irritating properties, always apply aloe vera directly to the affected area right after you have rinsed off the paste. Aloe vera will rehydrate your skin and protect it without causing further irritation.
Lemons and Tomatoes
Both lemons and tomatoes contain high amounts of citric acid which has been shown to have excellent cleansing and rejuvenating properties. They have been used in natural skin treatment for centuries. Due to their high Vitamin A content, tomatoes in particular reduce the production of sebum.
When you use lemon juice, just squeeze a tablespoon of juice. Apply the lemon juice to the affected area with a cotton ball. Rinse it off after ten minutes and use a mild cleanser.
Apply the tomato juice the same way you would apply the lemon juice. Remember to rinse after 10 minutes.
It always pays to use fresh natural products instead of the canned versions. The canned versions can contain additives that might produce side effects and reduce the full effect of the natural components.
There are several other natural and inexpensive ways to treat acne scarring. Remember that the results from natural scar treatment can differ greatly from person to person. With consistency and patience, you will see how your mild acne scars and pimple marks fade with natural home remedies.