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Acne Home Remedy Scar

There are many acne home remedy scar available. The effectiveness of most are only heresay, and not based on any conclusive studies.

Fruits juice extracts are very rich in alpha hydroxy acids, which are known to help in treatment of acne. Through their peeling or exfoliating action, they may also help in minimizing the depth of superficial acne scars.

Alpha hydroxy acids have been used as a household remedy for acne and acne home remedy scar since ages. Alpha Hydroxy Acids are organic carboxylic acids.

It has been recorded that Cleopatra used the debris at the bottom of the wine barrels (which contains tartaric acid) to massage her face.

The following alpha hydroxy acids are used as house hold treatment in acne and acne remedy scar   :

  • Glycolic Acid : derived from sugarcane
  • Lactic Acid: from fermented milk
  • Citric Acid: citrus fruits
  • Maleic Acid: from unripe apple
  • Mandelic Acid: bitter almonds
  • Tartaric Acid:from fermented grapes

Many cosmetic preparations  are also available  with the AHAs as the main ingredient, though most of them contain synthetic AHAs. Read more on alpha hydroxy acids in acne.

The Lemon and Vinegar Treatment


This acne home remedy scar is reported to be effective in rolling acne scars which are not very deep.  Treatment Procedure:

  • Drink 8-10 glasses of fresh lemon juice throughout the day. Half lemon in one glass fresh water will do.

  • Use diluted vinegar in warm water and dab the face 3-4 times daily.

  • Wash the face with any normal cleanser.

  • Start with 1 part vinegar to 4 parts water. If any irritation occurs, stop and increase the dilution and try again after a couple of days

  • After about 20-30 monutes you may apply any non-acne forming moisturizer.

  • The appearance of scar will improve after about 2-3 weeks. Continue till you achieve the desired effect.

Here are a collection of acne home remedies

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