Not only do acne sufferers have to deal with acne flare-ups, they also have to worry about the scars that remain even after the acne has subsided. Actually scarring could have been prevented if one had enough self-control not to pick on the zits in the first place. But this, of course, is easier said than done because acne breakouts are really itchy that you would just have to scratch on them. Even if you take acne medications (oral or topical) to control the itchiness, there is still the tendency or the urge to scratch until the zits become irritated.
Washing the face with mild soap or one with sulfur (a mineral found to be very useful in treating acne) would have gone a long way. But what's done is done, and so now, you just have to face a bigger problem - removing the scars. You know that this is not going to be an easy task. As you must have been taught in school, scars are permanent. If you want to get rid of them, you'd have to undergo something invasive, painful, or expensive. Here are some of your options:
Laser Resurfacing. Performed by a dermatologist, laser resurfacing is recommended for people with severe acne scarring. This procedure involves the use of laser heat to remove the top layer of the skin, and firm up the skin below. Local anesthetics are applied prior to the procedure to reduce pain. Healing time takes about a week or two, so you may not be able to see significant results until then.
Dermabrasion. Also done by a dermatologist, dermabrasion removes acne scars by scraping the top layer of the skin using a diamond surfaced spinning blade or metal brush. Healing time is a bit longer, might be more than two weeks.
Microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion is similar to dermabrasion only that less skin is scraped in this case. It's less invasive and requires shorter healing time.
Chemical Peels. A chemical peel is a milder approach to getting rid of acne scars. With this procedure, it's like you are simply exfoliating, since what's usually done is scrubbing the skin with chemicals. Chemical peels offer faster results.
There are natural acne scar treatments, too. If you are not comfortable with the idea of subjecting yourself to invasive or abrasive procedures, here are some things you could try at home following carefully the instructions they come with:
Tea Tree Oil. Tea Tree Oil has for years been used as a natural remedy for acne and acne scars. With its astringent properties, this wonder oil could kill the acne-causing bacteria to prevent acne flare-ups. It also reduces inflammation and lightens the acne scars.
Lavender Oil. Lavender Oil works by creating scar tissues to heal the wounds.
These natural treatments, though, might not be able to completely remove the acne marks. The most they could probably do is to make the scars less visible. But the fact that they are not invasive, less expensive, and offer great results nonetheless still makes them worth a try.
Bear in mind that the best natural acne remedies for you is the one that goes with your lifestyle and daily routine. You can only get rid of your acne if you also eat healthy foods and follows a good skin care regimen regularly.
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