For many acne sufferers, it is hard for you to remove the acne scars no matter how many ways you have tried. While some home treatments may help to reduce scars, you should take a good care of your skin with the help of some products. Here are some products and ways to remove your scars effectively, not overnight, but in short period of time.

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1. Use tea tree oil

Do you know that tea tree oil is known for its antiseptic and anti-fungal treatment? It has the antibiotic properties that generally help to aid skin infections, rashes, burns and etc. The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil is targeted for the blemished skin. It can be used in two ways which are directly on the skin or for facial steaming. The best part of all, it does not dry out the skin. Buy here.

2. Protect your skin from UV

Remember to always protect your skin from the sun. The UV rays from the sun will help to stimulate pigment-producing skin cells which will worsen the appearance of acne scars. Protect it by applying sunscreen daily and keeping to the shade as much as possible.

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3. Try skin care that soothes inflammation

Use an acne starter kit to clear your acne. This four-piece Mario Badescu Acne Starter Kit features an ingredient mix of salicylic acid, colloidal sulfur, and zinc oxide to banish blemishes and reveal and healthier and clearer skin. It includes cleanser, lotion, moisturiser, drying mask and drying cream. Buy here.

 

4. Apply face polish

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Packed with exfoliating Wattle Seed, Rice and Strawberry fruit extracts, this face polish is an added pre-mask treatment. The Ginkgo ingredients help to soothe inflammation such as acne, scars, and eczema. On top of the benefits, it can remove dead skin cells and restores smooth and radiant skin too. Buy here.

 

5. Hydrate your skin and follow a healthy diet

Eating healthily and stay hydrated is the plus point to reduce acne scars. If your body cells and system is healthy, it will allow your skin to perform at its best too. Drink 5 to 8 glasses of water per day and eat fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamin A, C, and E to feed your skin.

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