Aloe vera is found in various over-the-counter products. However, you can self-treat acne and the scars from previous breakouts using this natural plant. There are some methods to do this and all methods are equally effective as long as you so it regularly and persistently. Using one of these methods, you can use aloe vera to treat acne scars—and other types of scarring—on the face and other body regions.

How to use aloe vera for acne scars

Using extracted aloe vera to take care of acne scars

This will not only moisture your skin, but also help fade minor and fresh acne scars. To do this, take a fresh aloe vera and extract the gel directly from the plant. Apply the extracted gel onto the targeted area and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes, or until it dries. Afterwards, wash it off with warm water and repeat the treatment once a day regularly for two weeks to a month, or until the scars start to fade.

Mix extracted aloe vera with lemon juice to help fading acne scars

Both lemon juice and aloe vera gel contain high level of antioxidant that is essential for scar healing. These antioxidants improves skin cell growth and collagen production and thus, promote faster scar healing. To use this mixture, extract the gel from one big fresh aloe vera and mix it with a tablespoon of lemon juice. Use a blender to blend the mixture thoroughly and keep it in the fridge afterwards. Once it cools, apply the mixture onto your targeted area and let it sit overnight. In the morning, wash it off with warm water and repeat the treatment regularly until the scars start to fade.

Using aloe vera with turmeric and honey to take care of acne scars

Turmeric and honey are known as potent anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory that are important for improving scarring. Mix extracted aloe vera gel with a teaspoon of turmeric power, a tablespoon of honey, and some drops of rose water. Apply the mixture on the targeted acne scars and leave it for some minutes. Rinse it off thoroughly and pat the area dry. To improve acne scars, apply the paste every night until you spot some differences.

Tips and cautions in using aloe vera for acne scars

• Aloe vera in fact, is an effective remedy for improving acne problem. Although it rarely causes allergic reactions, stop the application once you experience some symptoms such as itching and burning sensation on the skin where aloe vera gel is applied.
• If you cannot find any aloe vera plants nearby, you can always use products containing aloe vera. These products, especially ones without any fragrances, are effective in treating acne and its resulted scars. However, the products commonly contain less aloe vera than the freshly-extracted one, so that you might need longer time before seeing the differences, which is quite normal.
• In addition to aloe vera application, changes in diet and lifestyle are very important to improve acne scars. During the process, avoid greasy foods and instead, consume foods high in vitamin C and antioxidants to enhance the healing process. Also be sure not to touch the treated area as it may transmit potential bacteria to the site.