How to Get Rid of Acne Scars Fast


Even though acne is most common in teens during puberty, people of all ages are affected. The acne itself is only half of the problem, often people are left with unattractive scars which can really mess with someone’s self-confidence. Acne scarring come in two different forms, there are scars with a gradual dip or depression (referred to as "rolling" scars) and scars that are deep and narrow. For the most part, acne scars that are left on your face are just temporary and will require no treatment, the scarring will disappear on its own over time.

Common Acne Scars


Why does the type of acne scar matter?


Figuring out the different kinds of acne is the first step in getting rid of acne scars fast. Once you determine what type of scar you have you can figure out what to do to get rid of those acne scars fast. The most serious scarring is caused by severe acne, these are nodules – painful, cysts or lumps filled with puss. Severe acne is most likely to leave permanent ice pick or boxcar scars.  Mild and moderate acne, is just whiteheads or blackheads that are sometimes inflamed, these leave the skin looking red. Mild or moderate acne scars should not be extremely hard to get rid of and in the following section we will reveal how to get rid of these quickly.     

Removing Mild/Moderate Scarring


The good news if you have mild or moderate acne scarring is that there’s hope! These scars can often be treated with natural ingredients, so more often than not this won’t cost you a dime. A lot of natural ingredients have anti-inflammatory or antibacterial properties which are beneficial for not only treating scars but treating active breakouts. Take a look at the following 5 natural ingredients that can be used to treat acne scars fast:

1. Lemon Juice 



Lemon Juice
If you didn’t already know this lemon is a natural bleach, they are filled with Vitamin C which promoted collagen reproduction. Many people use lemon to lighten their skin tone but this can also be used on your acne scars, which will eventually get lighter daily and fade away. Simple take a fresh lemon you have sitting around and squeeze the juice out, use a cotton ball and apply the juice to the scars. The lemon juice should be left on from about 10-20 minutes then washed off. Take a fresh lemon and squeeze out its juice. Apply this juice directly on your scars with finger tips or a cotton ball, leave it for ten minutes and wash it off with water. 



2. Honey for Acne Scars


HoneyHoney is another natural ingredient can be used to get rid of acne scars fast. This is mainly because honey is a natural antiseptic, which means you can apply it even if you’re still breaking out, it will leave less of a scar behind. It will reduce the inflammation and on top of that it also acts as a great natural moisturizer leaving your skin 100% healthy. Honey should be applied to acne scars and left on overnight, the following morning as soon as you wake up it should be washed off. 



3. Aloe Vera


Aloe Vera
Similar to honey, aloe vera is a great scar remedy that also soothes swollen skin. It will rebuild damaged tissues boosting the healing process. However the only tricky part is that you have to use the gel derived from the actual aloe vera leaf, this can be tricky to get a hold of but this is better than using generic skin products that contain aloe vera. If you can get a hold of the leaf simply peel its outer green cover and you will see the gel hidden beneath it, simply apply this gel and leave it on for about 30-40 min then wash it. 


4. Olive Oil


Olive OilOlive oil is another great at home ingredient that can be found lying around the house that can be used to get rid of acne scars fast.  This ingredient contains a bunch of essential vitamins that promote healthy skin ( A, D, E, C, B1 and B2) and just like the previous ingredients it is an anti-inflammatory.  Properties of olive oil also help remove acne scars. To apply olive oil to your skin, simply take a towel that is damp with warm water and apply some olive oil. Gently massage this towel on your face, making sure to reach all the trouble areas, after 1-2 minutes wash your face.  



5. Apple Cider Vinegar for Acne Scars


Apples and Apple Cider VinegarAnother at home ingredient is apple cider vinegar, which is considered a natural disinfectant. This balances the pH level of your skin when applied directly and it’s also an anti-inflammatory, which like the other ingredients can be used to help active breakouts. Acne scars are treated with this ingredient with the vinegar scraping off the dead skin cells, which will cause the acne scars to eventually fade away. All you do is dilute the vinegar in some water and use some cotton balls to apply it, after 5-10 minutes wash it off with warm water. 




Removing Severe Scarring


Severe scarring will mostly likely need some sort of treatment from a doctor or dermatologist to remove.  If you really want to get rid of acne scars fast the best option would be either a chemical peel or microdermabrasion.  However, if you’re okay with spending a little extra money, there are other options which are even quicker:

Laser resurfacing: This procedure is performed by cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists, it basically removes the damaged layer of the skin and promoted growth of a new layer, when the new layer grows back it leaves the skin looking smoother. 

Dermabrasion: This procedure is a lot less harsh than laser resurfacing and can be done at any spa or beauty salon. It involves rotating wire brush tool to wear down the surface of the skin. When the skin heals, a new smoother looking skin is produced. 

Fractional laser therapy: Out of the previous procedures, this is the most intense as it is able to reach a deeper layer of skin than laser resurfacing or dermabrasion.  However there is also the benefit of having a quicker healing time than laser resurfacing because it doesn't impact the top layer of tissue. 

Treating Rolling Scars: Rolling scars on the other hand are a bit tricky, due to their nature doctors often inject temporary material under the skin to raise it be level with the normal skin. The only other option to treat these rolling scars would be a surgical procedure which is not recommended. Any surgical procedure comes with associated risks and may not be worth it in the long run.  



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