All acne sufferers are left with scars either in the form of red or deep purple superficial spots or in worst cases, deeply embedded scars. The severe scars such as ice-pick scars, boxcar scars and keloid scars can only be removed professionally. However, the superficial scars usually fade with time, but the fading can be accelerated with a few simple home remedies.
Lemon - Lemon is a natural skin lightening and exfoliation agent that helps remove scars and reduces uneven skin tone. It is acidic in nature which helps kill bacteria and remove excess oil. Take the juice of half a lemon and apply it to the affected areas with a cotton dab. Keep it for 15 minutes and rinse off. If your skin stings, then dilute the lemon juice in equal amount of water and apply to the affected areas.
Yogurt - Yogurt contains Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) which is well known for its skin rejuvenation properties. Apply full fat natural yogurt directly onto your skin to form a mask. Leave it till it dries and rinse off with water. You will see a difference instantly.
Vitamin E - Vitamin E is known to be the best available natural scar treatment. Vitamin E is known as the skin vitamin due to its healing properties and its richness in anti-oxidants. It can be taken orally or applied topically. Take a vitamin E supplement capsule and put it in hot water till its soft. Take it out of water and break the capsule with a safety pin and apply it to the affected areas. You are advised not to use vitamin E if u still has active acne as it may cause you to break out.
Potato Juice - Potato juice is very effective in lightening skin. Peel a potato, cut it into small cubes and process it in a blender. Drain it to collect all the juice. Apply the juice directly onto the affected area with a clean cotton dab, wait for 15 minutes and rinse with water. Apply only to the affected area to prevent uneven skin lightening.
All the above natural remedies are effective in lightening scars. However, it is best to test them on a small patch of your inner arm and wait to see if there is an allergic reaction before you apply it on your face.
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