How to get rid of acne scars naturally?
Acne scars can be frustrating, but the good news is that your skin has an amazing ability to heal and improve over time. With the right care, patience, and natural treatments, you can fade scars and restore your skin’s smooth, healthy glow. Remember, every step you take towards healing is progress, and you’re not alone on this journey!
In this blog we will look at:
What causes acne scars?
Acne scars result from the body's natural healing process in response to severe acne lesions. When the skin experiences inflammation due to deep acne breakouts, the normal collagen production process can be disrupted. In some cases, the body produces too much collagen during the healing phase, leading to raised or hypertrophic scars. Picking or squeezing acne can also exacerbate scarring by causing further damage to the skin tissue. Proper skincare and timely treatment of acne can help minimise the risk of scarring. [1]
Why are some people more prone to acne scars?
Acne scarring is influenced by factors like acne severity, genetics, and skin type. Darker skin tones are more prone to scarring due to higher melanin production, leading to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Even minor breakouts can cause dark spots, making consistent skincare and targeted treatments essential. [2]
How to treat acne scars naturally?
Effectively treating acne scars naturally involves a combination of preventative and restorative measures. Patchouli soap and Patchouli cream can play a vital role in this holistic approach. Patchouli's natural healing properties, make it effective in promoting skin regeneration and healthy levels of collagen production.
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Cleanse with Patchouli Soap – Gently wash your skin with patchouli soap. Its healing and regenerating properties help restore the skin.
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Apply Patchouli Cream – Use patchouli cream directly on acne scars. This helps improve skin texture and tone, promoting natural healing.
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Be Consistent – Regular use of both patchouli soap and cream not only reduces existing scars but also prevents future acne.
It's crucial to bear in mind that this natural approach to treating acne scars with patchouli is not a quick fix, and older scars may require more time for visible fading.
My top tip: Capturing monthly photos, both on good and bad days, can be a helpful tool to track and appreciate the progress made in treating acne scars over time. Given that emotions play a significant role in self-perception, having visual documentation allows for a more objective assessment, especially during moments when it may be challenging to see progress.
How to prevent acne scars naturally.
As prevention is a key part of dealing with acne scars, for effectively addressing severe acne breakouts we suggest using tea tree soap and neat organic tea tree essential oil. Tea tree oil, known for its potent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, is a natural remedy that can combat the bacteria causing acne and reduce inflammation. Incorporating tea tree soap into your daily cleansing routine helps maintain skin hygiene, while applying a tiny amount of neat organic tea tree essential oil directly to individual spots (or better still the bumps that arrive before the spots) can provide targeted treatment. The combination of these two tea tree products can offer a powerful solution for managing severe acne, promoting clear skin with consistent use. Patchouli cream can be used once your acne is under control to help prevent and tackle acne scars.
We have received customer feedback indicating that using our Patchouli Range in the morning and the Tea Tree Range in the evening works very well for many.
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References
1. NHS. (2023). Acne complications. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/acne/complications/
2. NICE. (2023). Acne vulgaris: What are the complications? Available at: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/acne-vulgaris/background-information/complications/
