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home remedy for acne scars - #20083

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I am really frustrated with these acne scars that just won't go away. I never really had bad acne but recently dealt with some breakouts during a stressful time at work, and now my cheeks are covered in red scars. I've tried lots of over-the-counter stuff, but nothing seems to work. A friend mentioned a couple of home remedy for acne scars, like using honey or aloe vera, but how effective are these really? I mean, I don’t want to waste time on things that might not even help. I've also heard people say that lemon juice is good, but isn’t that too harsh for skin? Is there a particular home remedy for acne scars that you all think is better than others? Also, how long does it usually take to see any improvement? I'm kind of worried because I feel self-conscious about my face, and summer's coming up, which will definitely put me in a situation where I want to look good for events. Any advice for a solid home remedy for acne scars would be greatly appreciated! Thx in advance for your help!

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Focusing on home remedies for acne scars, you’re right to think critically. The effectiveness of home remedies like honey or aloe vera is mixed, and result might vary. Honey has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and it’s gentle, so it won’t irritate the skin further. Aloe vera is also soothing and can support skin healing, but evidence on its impact on scars, specifically, isn’t conclusive. They are safe to try, though. As for lemon juice, it’s acidic and can be too harsh, leading to irritation or increased photosensitivity, especially in sunlight, which could worsen the appearance of scars. So, it’s best to skip that. A more reliable home remedy might involve using products that promote skin cell turnover — like those containing gentle exfoliants, perhaps derived from natural sources like papaya (due to enzymes like papain that might help) or oatmeal scrubs, which can gently exfoliate. It’s important to be consistent yet gentle, so think about applying these remedies a couple of times per week at most. Improvement could take several weeks, considering a complete skin renewal cycle is roughly four to six weeks. To protect against further pigmentation or irritation, daily use of sunscreen is crucial, especially as summer approaches. If these don’t yield noticeable improvements, it may be beneficial to explore options like topical retinoids or professional treatments, such as laser therapy or microneedling, under guidance from a dermatologist. These treatments are evidence-backed for reducing scars efficiently.

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