Many people fight a common battle when it comes to skin care. One of the most well-known causes for lack of self-confidence is acne scars and other skin pigmentations. In many cases acne can leave very visible scars, scars that people are very conscious of.
Dark acne scars are a result or the body trying to heal itself. This process is referred to as PIH, or post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation, and it occurs when the body tries to rebuild the collagen fibers and blood vessels that have been damaged. This usually occurs one year after the skin has been damaged.
Here are 5 natural steps you need to take to quickly get rid of confidence shattering acne scars.
Step 1
Use a cotton ball and dab it into freshly squeezed lemon juice. The lemon juice contains citric acid that will help clean any bacteria; it’s also good for fading dark scarred tissue. Then apply the cotton ball to the scarred area and hold it for several minutes. When you are done make sure you rinse the area with cold water.
Step 2
Next you should use steam to open your pores. Hold the scarred area; let’s just say your face, do this for several minutes. Opening your pores will help you cleanse your face and it will absorb any natural remedies. This is a very important part of the whole process.
Step 3
Now mix together a paste for the scarred area. Use 2 parts sandalwood powder and 1 part rose water. Mix the two together until you get a sticky and flexible texture. Apply this to the affected area, and leave it on for several minutes. Then wash with cold water. This acts as a natural deep cleanser with antibacterial properties. The rose water is great for rebuilding collagen by stimulating blood flow. Make sure to use this mixture with caution.
Step 4
Now you should apply honey to the scarred area for roughly 30 minutes, or overnight if possible. The honey, preferably unprocessed manuka, has enzymes that help rebuild tissue. You can find this in almost any health food stores, and it is also great for a number of different reasons.
Step 5
Massage olive oil into the scarred area to be soaked up by the pores. As it is well known, olive oil acts as a natural moisturizer for the skin. It will help your skin regain its suppleness that may be lost because of scarring. Items like this can be found in nearly every home across the country.
Using this natural process can be very beneficial for you. First of all, you can save a fortune on skin care products that may not even produce results. It will also save your skin from any future damage that may be caused by skin care products.
If you follow these 5 steps you can get rid of your acne scars in a natural way. This proven method is very beneficial for the skin and also for regaining confidence and a vibrant look. There’s a saying: look good, feel good and you’ll do good.
