The battle against marks and scarring from clogged pores can become a nightmare, and there is little that can be done for it on a budget. When the pores become clogged eruption can occur causing a pimple, and these can easily become open lesions. In some instances these lesions will lead to scarring. There are some things that you can do to reduce or eliminate clogged pores marks. Mind you, it is a process. You won’t do the treatment and see results in a week, but over time you will minimize and even eliminate acne scarring from clogged pores.
When life gives you Lemons
When life gives you lemons make an awesome facial treatment. All you need is the juice of one lemon squeezed well into a clean bowl. Use 1 cup of water as well. Grab a clean washcloth to soak in the ingredients, and voilà! Use the saturated washcloth to hold it against your clogged pore marks for a few minutes on a daily basis. Over time this will reduce the scarring, and it may even remove some of them all together.
Don’t Live Life in the Dark!
When you have dark scars from clogged pores you can use a cotton ball saturated in lemon juice to apply the non-diluted juice to the blemish for 25 minutes and followed by a thorough cold wash every day. This will naturally lighten these dark spots. Make sure that when you are using any lemon juice treatment that you are following up with a good hypoallergenic and oil free sunblock.
Take the Time to Smell the Roses
Rosehip seed oil is a fantastic ingredient for your skin and the removal of marks left by clogged pores. This can be applied directly to your scars. The best results will come when this is done two times a day, and you can purchase it in most all health food stores. It will soften your scars naturally and leave your skin feeling very nice.
A Vitamin a day Keeps the Pore Marks Away
Vitamin E capsules containing liquid can be bought from your local pharmacy, and these are great for your skin! Simply open the capsules (one a day) and put the liquid in your hand. You will apply the oil directly to the blemish or scar. This helps the skin to repair itself.
Manuka Honey
This honey will be applied and aloud to dry on the scars. Once dried you should wash your face well. This will both eliminate old cells and expose new ones. This is a New Zealand honey that is concocted from Manuka flowers. The antibacterial agents in this honey are amazing, and most of the local health food stores will carry it.
Sandal Wood and Rose Water
Mix these two amazing ingredients in equal amounts to form a paste and apply it to the skin where scars are located. This will stay on your skin for an hour. This is super for anyone with sensitive skin and it cools the skin because of the sandal wood.
Olive Oil is Great for the Skin
A portion of olive oil about the size of a pea rubbed into the skin will be an excellent option for skin improvement. It will make your skin both look and feel amazing and soft. It will also help to reduce marks caused by clogged pores.
Exfoliation Station!
If you really want healthy looking skin and reduced clogged pore marks then you have to exfoliate. All you need is baking soda, because it is a natural and effective alternative to the more expensive salon treatments.
You will need a tablespoon of baking soda and two of water. Apply this directly to the scars using a gentle circular motion and wash well in warm water. Apply cloth wrapped ice cubes to the scar for 15 minutes two times every day. This helps with scars and pimples as well.
Tomato, Tomotto
Use a tomato slice or make a tomato paste and use it on your face. This is a vitiman rich renewal treatment that will help reduce scarring. You may also do the sam thing with cucumbers.
Aloe Vera; Not just an Old Wives Tale
Aloe Vera is like a magic eraser. When applied directly over time it will erase your scars. Using homemade treatments is always the best alternative. Nature gives us all we need without the additives and harsh chemicals.