How to get rid of Pimple Scars
Compare to pimple mark, pimple scars are deep indentations which is harder to cure. Busy people may not recognize this problem until it is too late. As a result they have to spend a lot of money to get rid of pimples scars. For people whose major asset is face or skin in general such as model and celebrity it is indeed a nightmare for them.
Natural and cheap treatment
It can be said natural treatment using home remedies is the cheapest way to erase pimples scars.
1. Aloe Vera. Simply apply Aloe Vera gel for few days. Leave it overnight and with gentle soap and warm water wash the skin in the morning.
2. Baking soda. The purpose in using baking soda is to exfoliate the skin and minimize the scars appearance. To create liquid paste mixes 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 2 teaspoons of water. Gently apply this paste in circular motion on the skin particularly on the scar area. Two minutes later rinse the skin using warm water then pat the skin.
3 Honey. Honey is very delicious ingredient when you add it to the food and drink. Besides, honey with its antibacterial essence works well to reduce inflammation and soothe the skin. Unlike other natural remedies, honey will not dry out the skin and it also a good choice for sensitive skin. The combination of raw honey and pearl powder is the best way to fight pimples scars.
4. Ice cube. Soothe the inflamed skin and reduce redness are what ice cube does. Rather than freeze water, you can freeze green tea because it has anti-inflammatory properties. The next step is to wrap the ice cub in a paper towel/clean cloth-hold on the pimple’s area until you feel the numb that takes about 1-2 minutes.
5. Apple Cider Vinegar. Mix 2 tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar with 4 tablespoons of water. Focus on your pimple scars while apply it on the skin. Let it dry before you wash it off soap and warm water.
6. Cucumber. You can grate raw cucumber to use it as a facial mask. Use it for a few times each week. The benefit is to keep skin soft and minimize the pimple scar.
7. Raw Potato. Apply grated white potato mask a few times a week. You should let it dry then wash it like the treatment using cucumber mask explained above.
Commercial products and medical creams
To choose the best Commercial Products and Medical Creams first, you must focus on how severe the pimple scar you have. Following this aspect, each product works differently for example they get rid of pimple scar by:
1. Decreasing redness,
2. Washing away/exfoliating/cleansing (deal with oil, dead skin, and bacteria),
3. Specially fight old pimple scars,
4. Day and night care
Start with a cortisone cream is the first product to try. Based on your skin problem, you also can try an over-the-counter skin lightening cream, glycolic or salicylic acid, and retinoid skin products.
Professional and proficient and treatments
In a serious cases when your effort is ineffective or if you prefer better treatment, attending dermatologist or aesthetician is recommended. Some treatment below can be available option for you.
1. Dermabrasion
2. Chemical Peels or Chemabrasion
3. Laser Treatments
4. Vitality Based Treatments
5. Surgery
6. Tissue fillers