Herbal remedies can be used to treat acne scars. According to the American Chronicle, the trick to making any herbal remedy effective is consistency. Scars form layer-by-layer, and most herbal remedies and even non-herbal remedies remove the scar layer-by-layer, which takes time. Always talk with your doctor before trying an herbal remedy.
Aloe Vera and Vitamin E
Aloe vera is found in many products today to aid in the softening of skin. When applied to an injury, it aids in regenerating cells promoting the healing process. You can purchase it in one of its many packaged forms, or obtain the gel directly from a plant. Rub the gel onto your scars each morning and night to soften scars and make them less noticeable. Vitamin E provides similar results. Simply break open a capsule and apply the oil to your scars.
Lavender
Lavender is often found in body soaps, moisturizers and other skin products, so it’s not surprising that it also aids in the healing of scars. To treat a scar with lavender, apply it in its essential oil form with a cotton ball directly to the scar.
Sandalwood and Rose Water
Natural-HomeRemedies.com recommends mixing sandalwood paste with rose water, then applying the paste directly on the scarred area. Apply just before you go to bed and wash off in the morning for the best results. Your skin will be softened and the harsh edges of scars made less noticeable.
Neem
Neem, or Azadirachta Indica, is not only a treatment for scars, but for acne itself. It is known for aiding in strong health with antibacterial, antifungal and blood purifying properties. For acne, it is usually taken as a supplement. For scars as a result of acne, it is typically applied topically in oil form directly to the skin.
Mint Leaves
Mint has many healing qualities and can be used in the treatment of scarring. To use, take a bunch of washed fresh mint leaves and place them in a muslin cloth or something similar. Squeeze the cloth to extract the juice from the leaves and apply directly to the scar and surrounding skin.
