Scars – How To Naturally Reduce Their Visibility?

Scars on the body rarely add beauty, especially to women. Usually we would like them to be as little visible as possible or to disappear altogether. However, you do not have to undergo expensive treatments, you only need to reach for the gifts of nature.

There are many home remedies to reduce the appearance of scars. The methods described in this article are as effective as expensive creams and specialized treatments. However, we must point out that their effects are not immediate and you need to be patient.

Don’t be put off by the long wait for the results you want. Although they take more time, some measures are so effective that they can remove scars almost completely.

Scars – find out about their types

Before we describe natural ways to reduce the visibility of scars, we would like to introduce you to a few facts about their types. It is up to them what treatment you have to choose and how long your treatment will last.

The differences in the appearance of individual scars are due to various factors, such as trauma, exposure to UV radiation, etc.

The most common types of scars:

1. Atrophic scars, or atrophic scars. Their occurrence is associated with disturbances in the synthesis of new tissue. These types of scars resemble local depressions. Most often they arise due to acne and chicken pox. This group also includes stretch marks.
2. Keloids, or so-called keloids. These are calluses resulting from the uncontrolled production of collagen. These types of scars very often cause the so-called the effect of “pulling” the skin, significantly limiting the range of motion (sometimes to such an extent that you may have a problem with straightening the joint).
3. Hypertrophic scars. Like keloids, they are characterized by a thick layer of collagen and reach considerable size. They are characteristic of people with healed skin burns.

1. Lemon perfectly smoothes scars

Lemons are a valuable source of alpha  – hydroxy acids – substances that help remove dead epidermal cells and naturally brighten the skin. Thanks to lemon juice, you will effectively smooth scars and reduce their visibility.

Ingredients

• One lemon juice

How to conduct the treatment?

• Before applying lemon juice, wash the scarred skin thoroughly.
• Soak a cotton pad with lemon juice and then rub it on the scar.
• Leave the lemon juice on the skin for 10 minutes. After this time, thoroughly wash it off the skin.

• Remember to always apply a cream with a high UV filter to your skin after using lemon. In this way, you will protect the skin against stains and discoloration.

2. Honey effectively regenerates the epidermis

Honey has magical properties that make scars virtually invisible or completely disappear. It is a natural product that intensively stimulates tissue renewal. Therefore, it is ideal for disinfecting wounds and caring for healing injuries, burns, scrapes and wounds.

For the best results, it is recommended to prepare a mixture of honey and baking soda.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g)
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda (10 g)

How to conduct the treatment?

• The most effective mixture is a mixture prepared in accordance with the amounts given in the ingredients.
• Mix both ingredients together, and when you get a homogeneous paste, apply it to the scar. Do a gentle massage during this time for about 3-5 minutes.

• After this time, apply a tissue soaked in warm water to the scar.
• Leave it on the skin until it cools down. Then wash your skin thoroughly.

3. Onion

• Onion and its substances perfectly soften scars and help to smooth them.
• This tuber, extremely popular in our country, has strong anti-inflammatory properties that help to inhibit the excessive production of collagen. Thanks to this, the discoloration of the skin and the scar will be practically invisible.
• If you do not want to prepare onion extract yourself, you can buy it as a gel or cream in pharmacies and herbal stores. Regular application of onions to the skin helps prevent the formation of unsightly scars and skin adhesions.

4. Aloe vera

How to conduct the treatment?

• In order to take full advantage of all the valuable properties of aloe vera, cut the stem in half and extract a clear gel from the inside of the plant, and then apply it directly to the wound or scar.
• In pharmacies and herbal shops you can also buy ready-made aloe-based ointments, creams and gels, which effectively help reduce the visibility of scars.
• Aloe vera can be used daily, regardless of skin type.

5. Currants

Currants contain a lot of vitamin C – a substance that accelerates the healing process of wounds.

How to conduct the treatment?

Fresh fruit is the most valuable. If the season is over, you can successfully use frozen or dried currants.

• If you opt for dried currants, grind them thoroughly before use and mix with a little olive oil to make it easier for you to apply to your skin. On the other hand, if you use fresh fruit, make a mush in the form of an ointment and apply it to a healing wound or scar.
• Each of the above options perfectly prevents the formation of unsightly scars and helps to smooth the existing ones.

6. Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil has strong antibacterial properties that gradually smooth out even the ugliest surgical scars or acne scars.

How to conduct the treatment?

Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with a little water. Moisten a cotton pad with the resulting mixture and apply it directly to the scar. Leave on the skin for a few minutes. Repeat the treatment every day.

7. Laser

The laser treatment should be the last resort. Choose it only if none of the above methods are working to your satisfaction. It is recommended especially in the case of very thick and extensive scars.

With the help of a laser, we can effectively and permanently remove all kinds of scars and make the skin regain a uniform color. However, it is worth paying close attention to the intensity of the beam, as it can bring about far more problems than benefits.