How to Minimize Acne Scars Naturally
While medical treatments such as skin resurfacing, chemical peels, collagen injections and laser scar removal are probably the fastest and most effective ways to minimize acne scars, these options are not financially viable for everyone. Additionally, medical treatments often use harsh chemicals and invasive methods. Luckily, there are a number of natural, gentle methods to minimize acne scars.
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Things You'll Need
- Mild facial cleanser
- Sea salt
- Cotton balls
- Lavender essential oil
- Aloe vera gel (direct from plant whenever possible)
Instructions
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Leave acne alone, as popping, squeezing, scratching or picking at scabs are great ways to ensure long lasting scars.
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Wash your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser and then follow with gentle exfoliation, which not only helps to prevent future outbreaks, it removes dead skin cells and promotes the healing of scars. Add enough water to 1 tsp. of sea salt to create a paste and gently massage acne scars with a circular motion. Rinse with warm water.
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Pop open a vitamin E capsule and squeeze the oil onto healing acne and acne scars twice a day after washing your skin. Vitamin E is one of the most important vitamins for the regeneration and healing of tissues. The oil will help to add moisture to the skin, which reduces irritation and helps to speed healing.
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Wet a cotton ball with lavender essential oil and apply a light layer to skin affected by scars. Lavender is one of the few essential oils that is safe to use in an undiluted form, and helps to promote firm, healthy skin. Using lavender essential oil on the skin each night before bed will not only help to prevent premature aging, it will help to minimize acne scars.
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Use pure aloe vera gel, preferably fresh from the plant, instead of a daily moisturizer. Because many moisturizers contain chemicals, preservatives and oils, aloe vera is the perfect natural alternative. Not only does it keep the skin hydrated, it is a natural antiseptic, helping to heal the skin while reducing future acne outbreaks.
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