Inflamed
acne, caused by excessive oil clogged pores, dead skin cells, and bacteria,
usually leaves scars that are often called acne scars. This is because the
pores swell and damage the follicle wall. These superficial wounds are usually
not severe and can heal quickly.
But, if the
wall of the pores is damaged too deeply, the infectious material can spread to
the surrounding tissue, causing deeper scars.
The skin will try to repair this hole by making collagen fibers, but usually it will still not be as smooth and smooth as the skin before.
The skin will try to repair this hole by making collagen fibers, but usually it will still not be as smooth and smooth as the skin before.
Two types of acne scars
The acne
scars on your skin may vary depending on the type of acne scars you have. There
are two types of acne scars, namely depressed scar aka acne scars in the form
of "holes" or hollows on the surface of the skin, and raised scar aka
acne scars in the form of small bumps.
Depressed
scars usually form on the skin of the face. Dermatologists refer to these acne
scars as atrophic or even call them according to their specific type, namely:
- Boxcar
- Icepick
- Rolling
Raised scars
appear more often on the back and chest.
Who is at risk of getting acne scars?
Some people
will get a scar when their acne has healed. However, the risk is higher if the
person:
- Has inflamed pimples (swelling, redness, pain), such as stone pimples and nodules. This type of acne usually penetrates the skin deeply enough and will damage it.
- Have a blood family that has many zits. Genetics is one of the most important factors.
- Delay treatment or not treat inflamed zits. The longer the inflammation is left, the greater the risk of acne will cause scars.
- Touch, squeeze, or break pimples. This will actually worsen inflammation and increase the risk of acne scars.
Even though
we know what can trigger acne scars, it is still impossible to predict who will
have acne scars, and anyone who does not. Even high-risk people may not get
acne scars at all.
However, it
is very possible to prevent the occurrence of acne scars with effective acne
treatment, because delaying treatment until severe acne will actually make the
scar more widespread.
What causes acne scars?
When acne
penetrates the skin deeply, it will damage the skin and underlying tissue.
After the acne is gone, the body then repairs this damage.
In the repair
process, the body produces collagen, a substance that supports the skin. If the
body produces too little or too much collagen, a scar will form.
The two types
of acne scars described above are based on the amount of collagen produced by
the body.
Depressed
scars: if the body produces too little collagen, a hole or basin will form on
the skin during healing.
Raised scars:
sometimes the body produces too much collagen in the healing process. If this
happens, you will get a prominent scar. This type of acne scars is more common
in people with colored skin, such as Africans, Hispanics, and Asians.
Even if we
try our best to prevent acne scars, this can still happen. But not to worry,
because there are many treatment options that can overcome acne scars, both
depressed and raised, and reduce them significantly.
How do you
prevent acne scars from appearing?
Treat the zits
The fewer
pimples you get, the less likely it is to have acne scars. If you have one or
more of the conditions below, extra acne treatment is important because your
risk of getting acne scars is higher.
- The first acne appears at a very young age. Children who start acne from the age of pre-teens, aka teenagers, are usually more prone to severe acne attacks a few years later. Dermatologists advise children of age before adolescents who have acne to undergo a dermatological examination. Treating acne before entering the severe phase is important, especially to prevent acne scars.
- Severe acne (stone pimples and nodules). This type of acne almost always leaves marks after recovery.
- Your acne does not heal with over-the-counter acne medications. In this case, dermatologists can help you with effective treatments for your acne.
- Have blood family members who have many acne scars. Vulnerability to acne scars is usually inherited in the family.
To keep the
skin free of zits, dermatologists recommend continuing acne treatment even
though the acne has healed. Many people usually continue to use anti-acne
products at least several times a week even if they are not acne.
Dermatologists
will tell you when you can stop using anti-acne products.
Don't use vitamin E on acne scars
You may have
heard that applying vitamin E to a newly broken pimple will make it heal
faster. But according to research from the University of Miami, applying these
nutrients to scars will actually slow healing. In this study, it was found that
vitamin E had no effect, even making the condition of more than 90% of
patients, and in 33% of patients causing contact dermatitis.
Do not hold / squeeze pimples
Acne scars,
which are made mostly from collagen, are the way your body fixes itself. Acne
scars usually form basins because inflammation of acne causes loss of collagen.
Touching and squeezing zits will make inflammation more severe, causing
discoloration and scar formation. Squeezing and breaking pimples also causes
pus and bacteria to enter the skin deeper, and damage collagen even worse.
Eradicating
acne is not easy. However, you should realize that expensive facial care
products will not work if your daily habits are a factor that causes acne. Check
out bad habits and various foods that cause acne that should be avoided, so
that acne no longer appears.
The various habits that cause acne are getting inflamed, which you may never realize
1. Touch the face with dirty hands
This is the most common
cause of acne for many people. Bacteria and various impurities that stick to
your hands can stick to the skin and clog the pores. Well, this is what makes
your skin prone to acne.
In addition to the habit
of touching your face with dirty hands, objects that stick to your face such as
cellphones, make-up tools, even sweat can trigger the growth of acne.
To avoid this, reduce the habit of touching your face or use a clean tissue when touching zits. Scissors always have your nails or always cleaned if you want to have long nails. Don't forget to keep your hands clean with routine hand washing.
It is better to clean
objects that you often use everyday such as cellphones, makeup tools, towels,
and wipe your face regularly so as not to become a nest of bacteria that can
make your face more acne.
2. Dirty hair
Not everyone is
shampooing every day. There are only ones that are harmonized every two times a
day or there may also be shampooing once a week. Regardless of how often you
shampoo, it is important for you to shampoo regularly. Especially if you are
one of those people with thin, long, and bangs.
The reason is, rarely
shampoo other than to make your hair smell and smell also can cause dirt on the
hair to stick to the face. As a result, your skin will be more at risk of acne.
If possible, wash your hair regularly and you should avoid using hair products
on the forehead area.
3. Wash your face too often
One of the keys to having
skin that is free of acne is to maintain a clean face. Therefore, so far you
may maintain cleanliness by frequently washing your face. However, washing your
face too often triggers zits.
The reason is that it can
irritate and make the skin more sensitive, because the face actually produces
oil to moisturize and protect the face.
In addition, washing your face repeatedly with soap can cause acne detergicans, a condition in which acne arises from the reaction to substances contained in soap or cleansers.
In addition, washing your face repeatedly with soap can cause acne detergicans, a condition in which acne arises from the reaction to substances contained in soap or cleansers.
Chemicals in facial
cleansers can also kill good bacteria that naturally protect facial skin from
bad bacteria. This is because certain cleansing fluids or facial soaps cannot
distinguish between good bacteria and bad bacteria.
Therefore, it is wrong if
you wash your face so often to cleanse pimples. Simply wash your face twice a
day with water and soap that suits your skin condition. If your face has
pimples, avoid using facial scrubs that can actually irritate.
4. Wash your face incorrectly
Already use a myriad of
facial cleansing products, but the face still feels unclean and pimples actually
add more? You may not wash your face properly. The number of facial cleansing
products that are used is actually not a guarantee to get clean and free of
dirt.
Make sure you always wash
your hands thoroughly before washing your face. Suggestions for those of you
who have bangs or long hair, it's good to tie your hair before washing your
face.
That way you will also be more comfortable to wash your face. After that, if you use makeup, clean the makeup first by using a special cleanser according to your skin type. Well, then go to the stage of washing your face. Use pemebrsih soap according to your skin type.
Gently massage your face for a few seconds then rinse thoroughly with running water.
That way you will also be more comfortable to wash your face. After that, if you use makeup, clean the makeup first by using a special cleanser according to your skin type. Well, then go to the stage of washing your face. Use pemebrsih soap according to your skin type.
Gently massage your face for a few seconds then rinse thoroughly with running water.
If you wash your face
using a towel or washcloth, pay attention to the cleanliness. The bacteria on
the towel will move to the face and even cause acne. Remember, do not rub a
towel on your face when you dry your face. Because this can threaten the
elasticity of facial skin. Let the face dry out by itself or pat face with a
clean towel.
Pat the damp cloth on the skin with a sweeping down motion.
Pat the damp cloth on the skin with a sweeping down motion.
5. Use the wrong cosmetics
The selection of improper
cosmetics can cause clogging of the pores and accumulation of blackheads. This is
what causes the appearance of acne.
If your skin is prone to
acne, choose the type of cosmetics labeled specifically for oily and acne-prone
skin (for oily and acne-prone skin). Also make sure your chosen cosmetics have
a non-comedogenic label that does not clog pores.
6. Use hair spray or hair oil
The use of hair care
products can trigger acne on the forehead or around the hairline. For example,
hair oil or hair spray. Once you spray or apply the product to your hair, it's
likely that the rest can hit the skin around the forehead.
The product is not made for facial skin so that it can cause clogging of the pores and the appearance of pimples.
The product is not made for facial skin so that it can cause clogging of the pores and the appearance of pimples.
So, use enough hair oil,
not too much. Then, adjust the distance of spraying hair spray and cover the
face with your hands when spraying it.
7. Stress
Without your realizing
it, various job demands and personal problems can cause you stress. Various
studies show the relationship of stress and various diseases in the body.
Included on your skin.
Yes, several studies have
shown that stress can trigger acne to get worse. Stress is not the cause of
pimples appearing, but can make acne get worse.
When stressed, bad habits
can become worse and can cause acne. Bad habits include smoking, drinking
alcohol, overeating, and eating too much sugar. Eating lots of processed sugar
can cause an increase in insulin, so oil production increases and worsens the
condition of zits.
8. Pressure or friction on the skin
Using a helmet, bra, or
shoulder pad can cause acne on the body to get worse. If you are on the phone,
putting a cellphone on the cheek can also cause acne to appear or get worse.
Although the causes of
acne are still unknown. But some of the factors above can be one of the causes
of acne and a factor that makes you more risky spotty. Even those things can
also trigger acne or even make it worse.
Foods that cause acne that you should be aware of
In addition to the
various habits above, the causes of acne can also be from the food you consume
everyday. Because, every food you consume will certainly affect your health.
Likewise for skin health.
Here are some foods that
cause acne that you should know:
1. Food contains sugar
According to the study,
one of the foods that cause acne is high-sugar foods such as white bread, cake,
chocolate. This is because high glucose levels in the body increase the insulin
hormone. The insulin hormone is a hormone that functions in processing glucose
in our body.
This increase in the
level of insulin in the blood can lead to an increase in the number of cells of
the oil glands and sweat glands on the face. This is what will eventually
trigger acne.
In addition, high levels of glucose can trigger acne, because it increases oil production which is more thick. This can cause blockages in the facial pores which can eventually trigger the inflammation process.
According to the results
of a study, a diet with foods that have a low glycemic load can improve
symptoms of inflamed zits. You need to know that this glycemic load is
different from the glycemic index.
To ensure your diet stays
healthy and keeps you from pimples, there are a few tips that can be followed:
- You must divide your large portion of food into several small meals. You can also eat small portions often.
- You must eat foods with a low glycemic index (below 55) such as whole wheat bread, brown rice, or corn chips without salt.
- You can combine foods with a high glycemic index that you like, with low glycemic index foods for a balanced diet.
- Expand to eat vegetables and fruits.
2. Milk
The relationship between
acne and milk is indeed unclear. However, several studies have shown that milk
and dairy products such as cheese and butter can trigger zits, or make your
acne worse.
Processed milk is more
likely to trigger an increase in the hormone insulin and IGF-1 as a trigger for
acne.
This is because the consumption of dairy products such as yogurt, ice cream, milk with flavoring, and low-fat milk enderung have more sugar so that it can increase the risk of increasing the hormone insulin when consumed together with other food contains sugar.
This is because the consumption of dairy products such as yogurt, ice cream, milk with flavoring, and low-fat milk enderung have more sugar so that it can increase the risk of increasing the hormone insulin when consumed together with other food contains sugar.
High levels of insulin
and IGF-1 in the blood due to this consumption pattern will trigger a faster
sebum growth reaction to develop into acne. In addition, the amount of protein
from milk can also trigger the complexity of skin problems through inflammation
due to an increase in androgen hormones.
However, both of these are more likely to occur with other factors such as age of puberty, skin conditions, bacterial infections of the environment, and the quality of the overall diet. Consumption of processed milk may not be the main cause if you have oily skin types that are more at risk for acne.
To prevent acne, you can
try to stop consuming milk and milk products for some time, then see the effect
on the skin. If indeed this method is suitable for your skin, please continue.
However, milk and milk
products contain many nutrients that are good for the body such as vitamin D
and calcium. So be careful when you choose not to use milk and milk products.
As a replacement, do the
following steps:
- Try different types of dairy products. Some people feel better when using yogurt.
- Try small amounts of milk and check your acne condition. If acne doesn't get worse, you don't need to get rid of dairy products from your diet.
- Use other calcium sources, such as broccoli, spinach, and other green vegetables.
3. Oily food
Another cause of acne is
oily food. Yes, oily foods such as fries, chips and fried foods can make oil
glands in the skin produce more oil. Now, increasing the intake of this oil
besides making your skin oily also triggers the growth of acne.
Fatty acids in oily foods
can also increase inflammation, making the existing pimples worse.
However, you do not have
to get rid of these acne-causing foods. You only need to limit eating the food
that causes acne and wash your face regularly.
How do you prevent acne?
Here are ways to prevent
your face from acne:
- Clean your face properly. Use a mild cleanser in the morning and evening. Avoid facial cleansers in the form of scrubs because this is not a good way to get rid of zits, which actually worsens the situation.
- Diligently wash your hands. Remember, every time you want to make direct contact with facial skin, make sure your hands are clean. So, avoid touching your face with dirty hands.
- Avoid sun exposure. Some acne medications can cause flammable skin. Being in the sun for a long time can also make the skin wrinkle and increase the risk of skin cancer. You can also coat the skin with a sunscreen while avoiding skin damage due to ultraviolet radiation.
- Avoid squeezing or breaking pimples because it can cause scars or spots on the skin.
- Be careful with your makeup products. Makeup must be free of oil. Choose products with the label "non-comedogenic", where the product will not clog the pores.
- Shave carefully. If you shave, you can use an electric razor or safety razor. Use a sharp razor. You can soften the beard with soap and water before using a shaving cream.
- Avoid all the foods that cause acne that have been mentioned above.
Fatal Error When Treating Acne
Treating zits is fairly
easy, because there are still many people who do the wrong way. Quoted from
WebMd, here are some common mistakes when treating acne according to experts.
1. Give up too quickly because old pimples heal
Do not want instant or
fast results when you treat acne. In fact, most acne medications will work
slowly. Usually it will take around 6 to 12 weeks to cure acne.
So it is recommended to
use the same product for at least 1 month before deciding whether the drug you
are using is the result or not.
In some cases, your skin
may experience irritation in the first few weeks. Not infrequently effective
acne drugs actually make your acne worse before finally getting better and
totally lost.
2. Too often scrubbing the face
Rubbing your face with a
scrub is actually recommended if your skin is not pimpled. But if done when the
skin is on zits, it will actually aggravate the zits, because the skin layer
will erode and cause irritation.
Better, you wash your
face slowly with soap that does not contain chemicals. Also make sure the facial
soap you use has a balanced pH to reduce inflammation in the face.
It is also important to
rinse the face clean because the traces left behind will become residues that
cause irritation.
3. Incorrect use of acne medication
Hard facial cleansers,
alkaline soap, and alcohol-based products can aggravate acne conditions.
You should look for
"non-comedogenic" products or specifically "for acne prone
skin". Non-comedogenic products do not contain ingredients that can close
the pores of acne skin. Because most sunscreen materials and moisturizers
usually can close or clog the pores.
4. Use too many acne medications at once
In addition to being
impatient in waiting for the results of the use of acne drugs, usually many
people will use several acne medications at once. Unfortunately, this will
actually cause irritation to your skin and even add to the adverse effects.
If various chemicals from
various acne drug products are mixed together, acne will get worse, even
resembling pigments. Then when healed it might leave marks or stains.
5. Often squeeze and break pimples
Squeeze, scrape, peel,
and break pimples do lead to satisfaction for people with acne. But unfortunately,
it can make healing time become longer and increase the risk of acne scars.
Better, avoid your hands touching zits.
If you want to apply an acne medication or cream, make sure your hands are washed clean.
If you want to apply an acne medication or cream, make sure your hands are washed clean.
6. Do not consult a dermatologist
When the acne is felt
more and more popping up, immediately consult a doctor. Many people
procrastinate from consulting a doctor because they believe that acne will heal
by itself.
By consulting a
dermatologist or dermatologist, you will be examined and given a nurse
according to the condition of your skin. Doctors will also prescribe
medications and treatments that are more effective but safe for the skin.
Various essential nutrients for removing acne scars
Acne scars take a long
time to heal. Well, one way to get rid of the most natural and without side
effects of acne scars is to regularly eat healthy foods rich in nutrients to
maintain healthy skin. So, what nutrients do the skin need as acne scars remover?
The following are various
nutrients that can help eliminate acne scars.
1. Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an important
source of antioxidants and also an important component for removing acne scars.
Not only for the skin, this vitamin also has many benefits such as improving the body's defense system, slowing down the cell aging process, maintaining healthy eyesight, bone growth, and maintaining nerve function.
Not only for the skin, this vitamin also has many benefits such as improving the body's defense system, slowing down the cell aging process, maintaining healthy eyesight, bone growth, and maintaining nerve function.
Find these nutrients in
poultry liver, red meat, eggs, and fatty dairy products. However, be careful
because a number of these foods also contain saturated fat and high
cholesterol.
Other alternatives that
are free of fat and cholesterol are bright sources of plant-based foods, such
as red yams, pumpkins, carrots, broccoli, spinach, and dark green leafy
vegetables.
Eat fruits such as apricots, cantaloupe and purple grapes to get this skin healing vitamin. You can choose a variety of low-fat dairy products, including egg white, milk, ice cream, yogurt and cheese.
Eat fruits such as apricots, cantaloupe and purple grapes to get this skin healing vitamin. You can choose a variety of low-fat dairy products, including egg white, milk, ice cream, yogurt and cheese.
2. Omega-3
Omega-3 fatty acids can
help cure acne scars because they contain antioxidant properties that can
reduce inflammation and keep the skin supple. You can get omega-3 from salmon,
herring, anchovies, sardines, bloating, and tuna.
Other foods rich in omega-3 are whole grains and nuts such as flaxseed, almonds, walnuts, and so on.
Other foods rich in omega-3 are whole grains and nuts such as flaxseed, almonds, walnuts, and so on.
Unsaturated oils such as
cottonseed oil, safflower oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, olive oil, and
various legume oils are food sources rich in omega-3.
Grains also contain lots of Omega-3 fatty acids, such as oats, whole wheat, brown rice, and wheat seeds. Choose grain products made with mashed flour to help the healing process of your acne wounds.
Grains also contain lots of Omega-3 fatty acids, such as oats, whole wheat, brown rice, and wheat seeds. Choose grain products made with mashed flour to help the healing process of your acne wounds.
3. Zinc
Zinc is an important
mineral that provides health benefits for the skin as a whole and also
encourages the healing process of skin due to acne.
High protein foods, such
as red meat, fish, and poultry are rich in zinc. Zinc contains the most red
meat is better than white meat. In addition, nuts and seeds such as kidney
beans, black beans, peas, and soybeans also contain enough zinc in them.
In addition, various
cooking spices such as basil, ginger, cumin, oregano are also included as foods
that are rich in zinc.
How to Get Rid of Acne Scars
Pockmark is a deep scar
on the skin, usually this scar does not disappear by itself. This scar looks
concave in shape, like a hole or curve of the skin. This happens because when
the skin layer is damaged. Well, many people try all ways to get rid of
pockmark acne scars.
What are the choices and what each procedure is like?
What are the choices and what each procedure is like?
1. Chemical peeling
Many people with acne
scars choose peeling or exfoliating to reduce scarring. During chemical peels,
a layer of acid will be applied to the face.
This treatment removes the
outer layer of the skin and helps new cells to regenerate. Reporting from the
Healthline page, peeling treatments actually don't really remove pockmarked
facial skin. Peeling is intended to exfoliate the skin on deep scars.
This facial peeling can be done using a special facial fluid containing:
This facial peeling can be done using a special facial fluid containing:
- Glycolic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Pyruvic acid
- Trichloroacetic acid (TCA)
The most common side
effect is redness and irritation after exfoliation.
2. Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion can make
skin products evenly distributed without the use of chemicals. In this process,
a fine, small rotating wire is passed to the injured skin to erode the skin
layer. Dermabrasion will remove the pocked layer of skin both the dermis (outer
skin) and the middle layer (dermis).
This dermabrasion is done
under local or general anesthesia, depending on the size of the pockmark that
requires dermabrasion treatment. After that the skin is left to heal.
With dermabrasion this
will help create a more even appearance on the skin, so it is often glimpsed as
a way to get rid of pockmark acne scars.
3. Microdermabrasion
This microdermabrasion
treatment aims to reduce pockmarks by removing the outer layer of skin.
Instead of using chemical
properties or wires for this process, this skin care will use abrasive materials,
such as small crystals of bicarbonate or aluminum oxide to rub the skin layer.
This process is suitable for pockmarked acne scars whose surface is not too
wide.
Microdermabrasion usually
does not cause side effects, but tends to have an impact if it is done
regularly.
Dermabrasion must be
carried out by doctors who are experts in their fields, because actually the
improper method of dermabrasion will increase the risk of creating new scars
that enlarge or cause skin infections.
4. Face cream for removing pockmarks
Creams that can be bought
freely in pharmacies for healing scars are often the way to get rid of
pockmarked first stage acne scars. Basically, this cream works by moisturizing
the skin and reducing symptoms such as itching or redness.
However, the use of this
cream will take months or even years of work, depending on the composition of
the cream and the compatibility with the skin. The use of this cream must also
be done continuously.
Some masks also contain
ingredients like in this cream to stimulate new skin growth and help reduce the
signs of scars. However, the strength of the drug in the mask is usually of low
strength, so it takes a long time to produce the desired results.
5. Facial massage
Facial massage actually
does not directly eliminate pockmarked acne scars. However, this massage method
can complement other acne scars you have used. Facial massage is considered to
reduce inflammation and improve skin circulation.
Facial massage tends to
be safe and has no side effects, but its efficacy as a way to get rid of
pockmark acne scars is indeed not guaranteed.
6. Dermal filler
Doctors can also recommend
dermal filler as a way to get rid of pockmark acne scars. Dermal filler is a
facial injection to remove scabies so that the height is flat with the actual
skin. You could say this is a method of filling the skin to patch the pockmarked
part.
There are various
products on the market as drugs for this injection, including hyaluronic acid
and calcium hydroxylate. Drug and food supervisors in the United States, FDA,
only approve bellafil as a derma filler treatment for acne scars.
The results of this dermal
filler are temporary, but usually last from a few months to several years,
depending on the product used. Bellafil usually has an effect of up to 5 years.
Although the results look
tempting, this method also has several risks such as skin irritation, infection,
or allergic reactions.
7. Fractional laser
Other treatments that can
be used to remove pockmark acne scars are laser therapy. Fractional laser
therapy aims to stimulate regeneration of the scar itself. The laser beam will
be directed to the scar tissue from the part of the scar that is pockmarked.
This laser will burn the
outer layer of the skin that is pocked and stimulates the growth of new cells.
After doing this laser pockmark will look fainter.
8. Ablative laser layer
This is the most invasive
method of laser treatment. This treatment method works by removing a thin layer
of your skin. This method usually requires one to two weeks for medical
treatment and recovery.
The results of this method can last for years without other additional treatments.
The results of this method can last for years without other additional treatments.
It uses coating from this
ablative laser but has several risks, such as changes in skin color, redness,
and swelling. So, you need to consult with a dermatologist first.
9. Microneedling
This is a therapeutic
method to produce more collagen in the pockmarked scar. Microneedling is a
gradual treatment by making punctures on pocked skin, using small needles.
The principle in this
treatment is that when the pierced part has healed, the skin will produce more
collagen to fill the pockmarked acne scars. With the filling of the part, the
pockmark wound becomes more obscured.
This treatment needs to
be repeated every few weeks. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends
continuing treatment every two to six weeks. You can see the results
significantly in the next nine months.
Various natural ingredients to eliminate acne black spots
Although not a critical
condition, acne can make someone depressed because of their appearance. Not to
mention black spots and scars that will replace the haunting oneself after the
acne problem is overcome.
It turns out that there
are many easy and inexpensive home tips that are quite effective in removing
acne scars.
- Water, the best solution to overcome various acne problems. Water will remove toxins and foreign particles from the body. Water also helps lift dead skin cells and restore skin elasticity. Drinking water in the morning, besides good for digestion, is also good for the skin.
- Compress ice cubes to help shrink facial pores and reduce the production of sebum that causes acne. Ice cubes also act as natural astringents to shrink pores around black spots and acne scarring, to disguise blemishes.
- Cucumber juice is an ideal toner for your face that can improve skin elasticity. The cool effects of cucumber can relieve inflammation, soothe the skin, and repair damaged skin tissue from acne.
- Lemon / lime juice. Apply lemon juice or lime directly to the problematic area of the skin. Leave it to infuse and rinse thoroughly. The whitening agent contained in lemon juice will disguise the stain. Lemon juice also helps remove dead skin cells and encourages cell regeneration which will restore skin elasticity.
- Sliced tomatoes. Apply the tomato slices directly to the scar area to disguise the remaining black spots. Tomatoes are rich in vitamin A and carotene as a supply of red dyes, but also act as producers of antioxidants that can heal tissue damage and encourage the growth of new cells.
- Egg white masks are effective in repairing acne scarring. Apply the egg white mask evenly to the entire face overnight to get the best results. Eggs contain high levels of protein which can speed up the process of healing pimples and scars.
- Aloe vera is used as a healing agent from year to year. Aloe vera gel is safe to apply directly to the skin of the face and can relieve inflammation due to acne
- Apple vinegar, a natural toner that is good for cleaning scars and acne scars. Vinegar is a powerful astringent agent that can stimulate blood circulation to areas needed to speed up the healing and regeneration of skin cells.
- Turmeric grater has been used for generations for thousands of years in the plains of China as a natural beauty product. Turmeric, as a face mask or directly consumed, is effective for the treatment of acne scars.
- Lavender oil. Rub lavender oil directly on the scars and black spots every day. Lavender oil contains regenerative substances that are beneficial for the growth of new skin cells.
- Olive oil. Besides being used in cooking, olive oil also has a myriad of benefits in the world of beauty. Apply olive oil to the entire face and massage slowly. Olives are rich in antioxidants that can soften the skin and disguise black spots and acne scars.
- Rose seed oil, can smooth acne scars and disguise black spots. Rose oil also functions to counteract premature aging, by smoothing wrinkles and encouraging regeneration of skin cells. Oil that is commonly found in various beauty products can also help heal burned skin due to sunbathing. Apply rose oil to the entire face twice a day for the best results.
- Honey is a natural moisturizer that is commonly used to cure all skin problems associated with acne. Routinely drinking honey or as a face mask proved effective for removing stubborn stains.
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