Scars
may be effected from various skin wounds including burns, cuts or acne
inflammation. They are Professional cures for scar removal, but they are either
expensive, not guaranteed to be powerful or demand lots of time to recovery.
However, there are lots of home remedies for scars you could use that can
frequently function just as well.
Coconut
Oil
Coconut oil
has medium-chain fatty acids that act as antioxidants, preventing and
reversing free radical damage. This oil can effectively stimulate collagen
production and soften the skin to speed up the healing process.
- Warm 1 teaspoon of extra-virgin
coconut oil in the microwave.
- Apply this warm oil to the affected
area, gently massaging using small circular motions until it gets
absorbed.
- Repeat several times daily until you
get the desired result.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is
known for its ability to regenerate skin tissue and can help reduce the size
and appearance of scars. Its soothing and moisturizing property will
increase the elasticity of scar tissue and help reduce inflammation.
- Cut an aloe Vera leaf in half and
squeeze out the gel.
- Apply the gel on the scar and massage
gently for several minutes.
- Allow it to dry on its own, then rinse
it off with warm water.
- Do this several times a day for 1 or 2
months.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is
another very popular remedy to get rid of scar tissue. It is an effective
antioxidant and has a moisturizing property that helps revitalize and nourish
the skin. Plus, it can stimulate the formation of collagen, which improves skin
texture and strength.
- Extract the liquid from a vitamin E
capsule and apply it on the scar 2 or 3 times daily for several weeks. You
can also use a vitamin E cream.
- Plus, include foods rich in vitamin E
in your diet like almonds, safflower oil, hazelnuts and peanut butter.
Lemon
Juice
Lemon juice
is a very effective way to deal with scar tissue. Lemon has alpha hydroxyl
acids (AHA) that help remove dead skin cells and regenerate and repair
damaged skin. Plus, it works as a natural bleach to help lighten scars as well
as blemishes.
- Apply freshly extracted lemon juice on
the affected area.
- Allow it to dry for 10 minutes, then
rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
- Apply some moisturizer.
- Follow this remedy twice daily for
several weeks until you are satisfied with the result.
Note: As
lemon juice can make your skin sensitive to light, always wear sunscreen before
going outside.
5. Apple
Cider Vinegar
Another
excellent remedy to get rid of scar tissue is apple cider vinegar. Its acidic
nature will exfoliate the affected skin and remove dead skin, which in turn
will reduce the appearance of scars.
- Dip a cotton ball in apple cider
vinegar and apply it on the affected area.
- Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes, then
wash it off with water.
- Apply some moisturizing lotion.
- Use this treatment a few times daily for
a few weeks.
Note: If
apple cider vinegar causes skin irritation, dilute it with water before using.
6.
Lavender Oil
Lavender
essential oil contains skin cell rejuvenating properties that can
help treat scar tissue and keloid scars. It helps increase the skin
cell turnover rate, in turn preventing scars from becoming permanent.
- Apply a few drops of lavender
essential oil on the scar. Massage gently in circular motions for 10 to 15
minutes so that the oil penetrates deep into the skin.
- Another option is to mix equal amounts
of lavender oil and olive oil, apply it on the affected area and massage
gently for several minutes.
More Remedies
for Scar remove
1. Lemon
Juice: Take a fresh lemon and cut it into half. Rub the juicy part on the
scar. Lemon works as a natural bleach and thus, reduces the blemishes and
scars. Drink lemon juice (without mixing sugar in it) twice a day for 15 days.
2.
Rosehip Seed Oil: Rosehip seed oil is used most commonly in cosmetics,
especially in the scar removal creams. Take a few drops of rosehip seed oil on
your fingers and gently massage it on the scars. Do this twice a day. It can be
applied directly on the skin.
3. Ice
Cubes: Ice cube is a very easy and simple home remedy for fading the scars.
Take an ice cube and rub it gently on the scars.
4. Aloe
Vera: Take an aloe Vera leaf and cut it into half. Squeeze out
the gel and apply it on the scar.
5. Tea
Tree Oil: Tea tree oil is a very effective natural remedy for removing
scars. It works like a charm on scars. Make sure, you use the diluted tea tree
oil.
6. Honey:
Apply honey on the scar. It works great in removing scars.
7.
Sandalwood Powder: Sandalwood powder is a very good home remedy for removing
scars from face. Take sandalwood powder and mix it with rosewater or milk. Rub
it on the scars, gently. Leave it on for an hour and wash it off with cold
water.
8.
Almonds: Take 2-3 almonds and soak them in water. Leave them overnight. In
the morning, peel off the skin from the almonds and mash them. Add a few
drops of rosewater and apply on the scars.
9. Potato:
Take a raw potato. Extract its juice and apply it on the scars. This will let
the scars fade away. You can also rub a slice of potato on the scars, directly.
10.
Coconut Oil: Whenever you get a scar, apply coconut oil on it. This will
reduce the scar, ultimately making it invisible.
11.
Lavender Oil: Take a few drops of lavender oil and apply it on the scars.
12.
Fenugreek: Fenugreek can be used in many ways in reducing the scars.
You can take fenugreek leaves and make a fine paste and apply it on the scars.
Take fenugreek seeds and boil them. Make a paste and store it in a cool place.
Apply it on the scars.
13. Olive
Oil: Olive oil is said to be really effective when it comes to scar
removal. Take a few drops of olive oil and apply it on the scars on the daily
basis. Olive oil will also moisturise the skin.
14.
Cucumber: Place a slice of raw cucumber or apply its juice on the scar.
15. Tomato:
Apply a slice of tomato on the scar or massage with tomato juice. Like lemon,
tomato also works as natural bleach.
16.
Yogurt Mix: If you have a burned scar, then, this home remedy will help you
out. Take barley, yogurt and turmeric in equal proportions and make a paste.
Apply it on the scar.
17.
Vitamin E Cream: Apply vitamin E cream on the scars.
18. Cocoa
Butter: Apply cocoa butter on the scars. It will not only help
the scars to fade away, but also moisturize the skin, making it smooth and
soft.
19. Baking
Soda: Take 5 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of water. Mix it
until you make a fine paste. Apply this paste on the scars and let it dry. Wash
it off, later on. Repeat this natural remedy thrice a week.
20. Apple
Cider Vinegar: Dab a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and apply it
on the scars. This will fade the scars. Wash it off after 10 minutes. Else,
take 1 part of apple cider vinegar and 2 parts of water. Wash your
face with this solution after cleaning the face and before going to bed. Apply
skin moisturizer afterwards. This will also help in fading the scars from face.
21. Salt
Scrub: Use a salt scrub, which contains papaya. Papaya will provide a new
shine to your skin while salt scrub will exfoliate and remove the dead skin,
making the scars almost invisible.
22.
Camomile Tea: Wash your scars with Camomile tea. It will help the scars to
fade away.
23. Cod
Liver Oil: Apply cod liver oil on the scars for making the scars invisible.
24.
Aspirin: Take 2 aspirins and crush them. Add a few drops of water to
prepare a paste. Apply it on the scar.
25.
Azadirachta Indica (Neem): Take few Azadirachta indica leaves (neem leaves)
and make a paste. Apply it on the scars. It can also be used as a face pack.
This will not only fade the scars, but also solve the skin problems, like acne,
etc. It contains anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, which works great
if applied on the skin.
26.
Fuller’s Earth: Take 1 tablespoon of fuller’s earth and 1 tablespoon of
rosewater, along with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Mix them all together to
form a fine paste. Apply it on the scar and rub it gently. Then, apply 1 more
layer on it and leave it for 15 minutes to dry. Wash it off afterwards.
27.
Garlic Oil: Take a few drops of garlic oil on your fingers and
apply on the scars. Let the oil stay for 15 minutes. Garlic contains antibiotic
properties and is a natural remedy for scars.
28. Gotu
Kola: Take leaves of Gotu kola and make a paste. Apply it on the scars. It
will not only reduce the scars, but also speed up the healing process. Also, it
will improve the blood circulation.
29. Salicylic
Acid: Salicylic acid is available in various forms, like creams and
lotions. It’s a good remedy for severe scars.