Acne

Acne – a inflammatory skin infection caused due to dirt, sebum (Oil), dead skin cells and other toxins clog the skin pores then the impurities gets trapped beneath the skin and thus results in acne breakouts. It affects on face, neck, back, chest and legs.

The main reasons for acne are hormonal imbalance, poor diet, poor hygiene and other factors. So, there are many natural remedies that heal these breakouts. After it gets healed completely, they leave scars by destroying the healthy skin tissue and these are hard to remove from the skin which is called as acne scars.

Other than using expensive anti-scar creams which are filled with chemicals (leads to unwanted side effects in long run), use natural remedies that are easily available at home along with cost effective and gives long lasting results of removing scars on the skin.

Baking soda is one among those natural remedy that effectively reduces the appearance of stubborn acne scars on the skin. It is not only used for cooking or cleaning or deodorizing but also used to treat the acne and its scars on the skin.

Does Baking Soda works for clearing Acne Scars?

Here are some of the baking soda properties that help you to know how it works for removing those stubborn scars.

• Baking restores the natural skin’s pH balance to fade away the acne scars and other scars on the skin by eliminating the bacteria from clumping.
• It exfoliates the skin to remove dirt, excess oil and dead skin cells that get trapped in the skin pores to fade away the acne scars.
• It has an excellent natural bleaching and lightening property that helps to fade the acne scars on the skin and lighten up the skin tone.
• It encourages the growth of collagen to fill the indented acne scars which in turn helps in shedding the skin and also encourages the growth of new skin cells.
• It has anti-inflammatory property that soothes the irritation and red marks of acne scars. It gently scraps the scar tissue layer by layer to remove acne scars.
• The bacteria still remains in the acne affected areas (even though the acne cured completely). So, the usage of baking soda will prevent bacteria with its antibacterial and antiseptic properties without causing acne again in those areas.

After knowing about baking soda properties, want to know how to use baking soda for acne scars. Then here are best ways of baking mentioned below. All you have to do is to use the best baking soda and follow these methods regularly to diminish those scars on the skin.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda Face Mask for Acne Scars)

When baking soda mixed with water then it exhibit various properties that clear many skin problems, including acne scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 tablespoon of water.
• Stir well to make a fine paste and apply this paste on the face as a face mask.
• Be sure to concentrate more on the scars affected facial areas while applying.
• Gently massage the area for 2 – 4 minutes in a circular motion.
• Leave it on for about 7 – 10 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water.
• Dry the skin and regularly follow the same process for twice a week.

Note:

• Or simply use a cotton ball to dab the baking soda – water mix on all over the face. Leave it on for overnight and rinse it off in the next morning. Follow this baking soda for acne scars overnight process regularly.
• Or else use dry baking soda directly on the clean and dry acne scars areas. Rinse it off after 15 – 20 minutes to get rid of acne scars.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda with Lemon Juice)

Lemon juice has vitamin C and natural bleaching property that triggers the collagen production to keep the skin firm and smooth. This method effectively cleanses the impurities and helps for the formation of new skin cells to fade acne scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 teaspoons each of baking soda and fresh lemon juice in a bowl.
• Stir it well and cleanse the acne affected areas.
• Dry it and apply this mix on those areas.
• Let it sit for few minutes until dried completely.
• After that, rinse if off with water and dry the area.
• For more effective results, massage the area gently with lukewarm olive oil.
• Again leave the oil on the skin for about an hour or two.
• Finally, rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry the skin.
• Continue doing the same process twice a week to get rid of the acne scars on the skin.

Method – 3: (Baking Soda Paste with Honey)

Honey has natural moisturizer and soothes the skin to reduce the inflammation that leads to more severe acne scars. Both have antioxidant property that repairs the damaged skin to fade these scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 tablespoons of honey in 1 tablespoon of baking soda.
• Stir well and wet your skin where you’re having acne scars.
• Massage it gently for few minutes in circular motions.
• Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes and then rinse the area with lukewarm water.
• Dry the skin thoroughly and repeat the same process for twice a week until you cleared acne scars.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda Scrub with Olive Oil)

Olive oil restores the skin’s oil balance to prevent dryness and greasiness along with repairing the damaged skin. This method is very effective in exfoliating the skin to remove the toxins from pores and lightens up the scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Add equal quantities of baking soda and olive oil in a bowl.
• Stir it well to make a fine paste and wash and dry your face.
• Apply this paste on the wet skin and start scrubbing it in circular motion for 3 – 5 minutes.
• Then soak a clean washcloth in this warm water and use it wipe it off the paste.
• Finally rinse the area with cool water and dry the skin.
• Repeat the same for 3 times a week.

Note:

• Alternatively, prepare a paste by mixing baking soda and castor oil. Apply this paste on the acne scars affected skin and rinse off after few minutes.
• Or else you can also add 2 drops of tea tree oil in the baking soda – olive oil mix and apply it on the scars. Massage gently and rinse off, dry the skin and apply natural moisturizer.
• Or use virgin coconut oil instead of olive oil in the above process.

Method – 5: (Baking Soda with Hydrogen Peroxide)

Both baking soda and hydrogen peroxide has bleaching properties that lighten up the skin scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Add baking soda in enough of hydrogen peroxide.
• Stir it well till the foam disappears completely.
• Then apply this on the acne scars and scrub it gently for few minutes.
• It would be best to do the process before taking your shower.
• Do the same process for at least once a week till you cleared acne scars on the skin.

Note: Be sure to do some patch test before using it regularly and also use only 3% of hydrogen peroxide for treating any skin problem.

Do’s and Don’ts:

1. Regular usage of baking soda will dry the skin. So, it’s better to use some natural moisturizer after its application to prevent acne scars and the dryness.
2. It’s always recommended to do some skin patch test before using baking soda on regular basis.
3. Never ever rub baking soda vigorously on the skin as it causes dryness and damage to the skin.
4. For best results, you have to use these baking soda methods at night time before going to bed, as the cell regeneration is enhanced at night time more than day time.
5. If you’re experiencing any itching or burning sensations after applying baking soda on the skin (especially on sensitive skin) then wash it off the area immediately.
6. Consult your dermatologist if you didn’t get relief from scars on the skin to know about the safe over the counter treatments as per your skin type.
7. For fading acne scars and spots on skin, you should require a very consistent effort along with patience and regular applications without any fail.
8. You can also add some baking soda in your facial cleanser and use this mix to cleanse your face using circular motions and rinse well.

That’s all for now about Baking Soda for Acne Scars. Hope you’ll try these methods and share your experience with us.

Acne is a severe skin problem that makes the skin look terrible with red pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. It affects everyone but, most commonly young adults. The wise advice is to choose natural home remedies like oatmeal rather than over the counter treatments and creams for getting safe and long lasting prevention from acne or pimples.

Oatmeal not only used as your best breakfast cereal but also used to treat acne along with its symptoms. Here are some of the oatmeal properties that make you know how it prevents acne.

• It absorbs excess oil to prevent clogging skin pores.
• It exfoliates the skin to remove dead and dry cells along with other toxins and also encourages the growth of new skin cells.
• It has antimicrobial (kills acne-causing bacteria), antioxidant (protect skin from harmful free radicals) and anti – inflammatory properties (that soothes the skin to relieve pain and irritation) that relieve discomfort associated with acne.
• It is rich in many essential nutrients that restore the hormonal balance and boost up the immune system to cure acne now and in future.
• It is a natural moisturizer that locks the moisture and prevents dry skin which is another cause for acne breakouts.

Now, here we are going to discuss about 3 best oatmeal masks for curing acne, its symptoms and scars on skin very effectively.

Mask – 1: (Oatmeal – Honey)

Honey has antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that fight against the acne and nourishes the damaged skin. This face mask works well for acne prevention rather than other oatmeal methods.

Steps to be followed…

• Wash your face with mild cleanser and warm water.
• Dry the skin with a soft cloth or bath towel.
• Grind oatmeal using grinder or food processor until coarse.
• Pour 3 tablespoons of ground oats in a bowl.
• Add 1 tablespoon each of raw honey and warm water in it.
• Stir it well to make it fine thick paste.
• Apply this paste on the face and neck thoroughly as a mask but concentrate more on affected facial areas.
• Wait for about 15 – 20 minutes and remove the mask with warm water and washcloth.
• Or use fresh lemon juice and few drops of tea tree oil instead of warm water in the process.
• Or simply add 2 tablespoons of honey (prefer manuka honey) in 1 serving of cooked oatmeal and follow the same process.
• Alternatively, cooked oatmeal itself is a best scrubbing agent that used widely to treat acne.
• Continue wearing this mask regularly to get rid of acne or pimples.

Mask – 2: (Oatmeal – Baking Soda)

Baking soda balances the pH levels of the skin and has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties along with microdermabrasion that relieves you from acne. This mask is used for more exfoliating potential.

Steps to be followed…

• Combine 2 tablespoons of oatmeal and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in a bowl.
• Stir it by adding enough of warm water till it forms fine thick paste.
• Spread this paste on the clean face thoroughly as a mask.
• Rub it gently for 2 – 3 minutes and let it sit for 20 – 25 minutes before rinsing it with warm water.
• Dry the skin and repeat the mask regularly until you cleared acne completely on skin.

Mask – 3: (Oatmeal – Cucumber)

Cucumber has astringent, calming and cooling properties that reduce the discomforts caused due to acne. This mask balances the pH levels, removes dirt, dead cells and bacteria on skin and tightens the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Blend 1/2 of the medium sized cucumber and 2 tablespoons of ground oatmeal till smooth.
• Add 1 teaspoon each of fresh lemon juice and raw honey in it.
• Stir well to make it fine paste and spread this paste on the clean face thoroughly.
• Be sure to focus on pimples affected facial skin areas.
• Leave it for 20 – 25 minutes and rinse it with warm water.
• To get quick relief from pimples, you have to apply this mask regularly without any interruption.

Tips to Follow:

1. You can also prepare oatmeal face masks by adding other natural ingredients like egg white, tomato, onion paste, yogurt, milk, turmeric, apple cider vinegar, essential oils, avocado mash, etc. to get rid of acne.
2. Avoid any contact with the sensitive eye areas and rinse it off immediately, if there is any contact with eyes.
3. Before starting any natural remedy (including oatmeal), its best to do some skin patch test to know whether it is allergic on skin or not.
4. Include oatmeal in your daily diet to cure pimples from inside out.
5. Always prefer cooked oatmeal rather than raw oats, as dry oats removes dead cells and oil but causes redness, dryness and irritation. Or mix dry oats with warm water to get the same effect as cooked oats.

Try these oatmeal masks for treating acne and let me know which mask worked well in diminishing your acne / pimples by sharing your experience.

Pimples occur when the skin pores become blocked with dead cells or dirt or other impurities and sebum (skin natural oil) becomes trapped. Then the bacterium begins to grow in that blocked hair follicles, resulting in acne or pimples outbreaks.

However, there are various cosmetic and over the counter treatments available in market but looking for a natural way will yield best and long lasting results. Sea salt is one among those natural remedies that widely used to reduce the acne flare-ups.

Here are some amazing sea salt properties which make it as an effective anti – acne medicine.

• It has antibacterial property that kills the bacteria causing acne.
• It exfoliates the skin to remove dirt, dead skin cells and other toxic impurities which clog the pores and thus promotes the growth of new skin cells.
• It promotes proper blood circulation and detoxifies the body from inside.
• It is rich in many essential minerals and vitamins that help to stay the skin clean and healthy.
• It restores the skin’s natural oil balance and regulates sebum production to keep the skin smooth and infection free.

Here we came up with 3 different ways of using sea salt for curing acne or pimple blemishes like sea salt facial mask, sea salt scrub and sea salt facial spray. Let’s get started.

Method – 1: (Sea Salt Facial Mask)

Applying facial mask is the best way of clearing acne on face and neck, as sea salt along with other ingredients will get absorbed into the skin and prevents pimple outbreaks.

Steps to be followed…

• Wash your face with mild cleanser and warm water.
• Dry the skin with a clean and dry cloth.
• Combine 1 teaspoon of sea salt with 3 teaspoons of hot water in a small bowl.
• Mix it well till the sea salt is dissolved completely.
• Then add 1 tablespoon of any natural ingredient (aloe vera, honey or green tea) and stir well.
• Apply this paste as a mask on all over your face and neck.
• Leave it on for about 10 – 15 minutes and wash it with cool to lukewarm water.
• Gently dry your face with a soft and clean towel and apply your moisturizer.
• Or simply mix sea salt in enough of water and apply this paste on acne affected skin areas either with your fingers or cotton ball.
• Alternatively, add 1/2 cup of sea salt in enough of distilled water and stir it well to dissolve the salt and make it thick paste. Apply this paste on acne affected areas and rub it in circular motions to get scrubbing action. Wash it off with warm water followed by cold water.
• Apply this mask once daily for few days to get complete relief from pimples on the face.

Method – 2: (Sea Salt Facial Spray)

This is simplest form of using sea salt as a spray on pimples affected skin areas. It not only clears pimples but also nourishes the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Combine 1 tablespoon of Himalayan sea salt and a pinch of Epsom salt in 1 cup of warm water.
• Then add 2 – 4 drops of any essential oil and stir all these ingredients well.
• Pour this mix in an empty spray bottle and spray it on your clean face by spraying little more on pimples.
• Be sure to close your eyes while spraying this mix on face and neck, as this mix irritates the eyes.
• Let the spray stay on face for about 10 – 15 minutes and rinse it with lukewarm water and dry the skin.
• Or add other natural ingredients like honey, aloe vera gel or green tea in dissolved sea salt mix and do the same process.
• Finally, apply regularly used moisturizer and repeat the spray once daily to get rid of pimples.
• Alternatively, fill the spray bottle with water and dissolve 1 tablespoon of ground sea salt by shaking it well. Use this mix as a toner by applying it with a cotton pad on affected areas.

Method – 3: (Sea Salt Soak)

Soaking in bathwater along with sea salt will definitely help you to get clear from acne or pimples at places where you’re unable to treat them like back side of the body, chest, arms, etc.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 cups of sea salt to your bathtub which is filled with warm water.
• Wait for few minutes till the water temperature is comfortable for you to take bath.
• Soak yourself in this water for about 10 – 15 minutes and then rinse your body with cool water to remove sea salt water completely.
• Dry the skin and apply moisturizer. For grabbing effective relief from acne, you have to follow the same process for once daily.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Usage of too much of sea salt can dry out the skin and cause irritation. So, use it careful in limited quantity.
2. You can also mix sea salt with other natural ingredients like almond oil, olive oil, baking soda, fresh lemon juice, vitamin E oil, etc. and dab this mix on acne or pimples affected skin areas. Wash it after it gets dried completely with lukewarm water and then cool water.
3. Avoid over scrubbing the skin with sea salt mix as it damages the skin and worse the pimples along with the pain and irritation.
4. Use sea salt based soaps, creams, lotions, scrubs which are available in market but make sure that the product has pure sea salt in it.
5. Never place dry sea salt directly on the skin as it stings a bit, dry out and damages the skin.
6. Sea salt is different from table salt or normal home salt. So check the difference before using and start using sea salt for curing acne.

Why waiting? Start using sea salt for acne today and clear your pimples on the face. But let me know which method works well for you in defeating pimples. Share your experience in the below comment box.

Tried with various medicines and could not treat acne? Investing pounds together just to buy a pill or cream to get rid of that small pimple is quiet annoying.

We all have a common misconception among everyone that acne is just an external skin problem that can be treated using creams. But in fact acne is caused due to the excessive secretion of oil from the sebaceous glands that block the skin pores and small openings of hair follicles.

Apart from this stress, hormonal changes, pregnancy, bacteria, smoking, contraceptive pills, heredity, pollution etc. are few major reasons of acne.

Acne is one of the common skin problems that produce spots, redness, itching and painful pimples on the face, neck, shoulders, chest, back and upper arms.

Every person comes across this phase at least once in their life time and tries hard to get rid of it. A recent survey shows that 60 million Americans in the U.S are suffering from acne and more than 50% of the people are using olive oil for its treatment.

8 out of 10 people who are using olive oil have gained positive results and got rid of acne.

Olive oil has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant property that helps in destroying acne causing bacteria and nourishes the affected skin.

Natural home remedies are highly effective and are beneficial to our skin as well as body.

There are top 5 easy and best methods mentioned below that are helpful in getting rid of acne as well as acne scars.

Olive oil properties:

• Olive oil has proteins and nutrients that fights against inflammation and provides relief to the skin.
• The presence of polyphenols makes olive oil act as antioxidant that fights against free radicals. It helps in keeping skin moist and heals acne quickly.
• It has anti-bacterial property, which kills acne causing bacteria and eliminates their growth in the affected area.
• It has high amounts of essential nutrients and fatty acids that improve healing process by cleansing the skin properly.
• Olive oil acts as moisturizer and doesn’t allow your skin to dry out. The dry skin may lead to severe itching and worsen the condition.
• It removes the dead skin cells and unblocks the pores that are blocked with dirt and oil particles.
• Olive oil contains beta carotenes and unsaturated fatty acids that provide strength to the immune system of the body.

Top 5 best methods of using olive oil for acne:

Here, we have mentioned how to use olive oil for treatment of acne. There are 5 easy methods that you can use regularly:

1. Olive Oil Massage

It is one of the easiest ways to get to rid of any skin problems. It cleans the skin pores by removing bacteria and oil particles. This massage therapy increases the blood flow and more production of collagen in the skin and keeps it healthy.

How to use?

• Take some amount of extra virgin olive oil on your palm and apply it on your face and neck.
• Now, massage thoroughly in circular movements using your finger tips.
• Allow the skin to absorb all the oil. Leave it untouched for 15-20 minutes.
• Take a piece of soft cloth and soak it in hot water. Later take out the cloth piece and remove excess water.
• After 15 minutes put that cloth on your face and allow it to sit their till the cloth cools down.
• Repeat the same process 2-3 times till all the excess oil is removed.
• Lastly rinse off your face using cold water, which helps in locking the moisture of the skin.
• Regular massaging will help in getting rid of acne or pimple problems of skin.

Note:

• If olive oil gets into your eyes, then wash your eyes using water and dry.
• Applying olive oil and leaving it over night will have positive results on your skin.

2. Olive Oil and Baking Soda:

Baking soda acts as an exfoliating agent and is helpful in removing the dead skin cells. It balances pH levels of the skin and maintains even tone of the skin.

How to use?

• Take 1 teaspoon of baking soda and add same amount of extra virgin olive oil to it.
• Mix it properly till it forms a fine paste.
• Apply it on the pimples or acne and massage gently for 2-3 minutes.
• Then leave it for 15-20 minutes and rinse with water.
• Do not rub the skin just pat dry using towel.
• You can repeat it regularly till you are completely free of acne and its symptoms.

3. Olive Oil Scrub with Sea Salt:

Sea salt cleans the skin pores densely and removes all the oil particles from the skin. It also balances the oil production of the skin and eliminates the growth of bacteria.

How to use?

• Initially clean your face and neck with a soft piece of cloth or towel.
• Take a bowl and pour ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil and 1 cup of finely grounded sea salt.
• Mix it well to form a fine scrub mix.
• Now, apply it neatly on your skin and rub it gently in circular positions.
• Allow it to sit for 5-6 minutes and then wash it using warm water.
• Now, take small amount of olive oil and apply it to the skin when it is wet.
• For removing excess oil you can use tissue or cotton balls.
• For best results you can follow this method regularly.

4. Olive Oil and Honey

Honey has anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, which removes the acne causing bacteria and keeps skin clean. It has healing property that helps in complete removal of the acne and its scars.

How to use?

• Take a bowl and add 1 teaspoon of extra virgin oil and ½ teaspoon of honey to it.
• Stir well and make a thick paste.
• Apply it on acne or acne scars and allow it to sit for 15 minutes.
• Then, rinse it off using water and pat dry the skin.
• For best results you can use it twice a day.

Note:

• If needed, you can add lemon juice that brightens the acne scars and removes the bacteria with its property.

5. Olive Oil and Aloevera:

Aloevera has anti-bacterial property that plays major role in treating acne and minimizing its symptoms. It also avoids further infection by eliminating the growth of acne causing bacteria. Aloevera is also known for its easy healing properties.

How to use?

• Take 2-3 teaspoons of aloevera gel and mix it with 2-3 teaspoons of olive oil.
• Mix it well to form a paste and apply it using cotton ball.
• Massage gently in circular motions using your finger tips.
• Now, allow it to sit for 2-3 hours tills it dries out completely.
• Then, wash it off using lukewarm water.

Other methods of using olive oil for acne:

1. You can use olive oil in your salads, soups or other food items, which will help you in acne treatment.
2. Olive oil steam is also one of the best methods to get rid of acne, acne scars and other skin problems.
3. Olive oil and organic turmeric powder can be mixed well and applied on your skin to get rid of acne.
4. Rosehip oil or rose water can also be mixed with olive oil for treating acne face.

Tips and precautions for using olive oil for acne prone skin:

• Do not hurry and change the method, using olive oil once or twice will not result and cure acne. Your skin needs some time to respond back to the olive oil treatment and start healing process.
• Always prefer using extra virgin olive oil because after refining it loses all its properties. So, avoid using refined olive oil.
• Sometimes after using olive oil treatment skin may become dry or you may feel tight. Do not panic just apply some amount of olive oil that acts as moisturizer.
• Some people may be allergic towards olive oil so, it is safer to do skin patch test and check whether it is allergic or not.
• Eating healthy food, following regular exercises and leading a stress free life are the tips to stay away from acne before and after.

Frequently asked questions:

1. What food causes acne?

The foods that are rich in gluten such as pizza, breads, potato chips, chocolates etc are responsible for acne.

2. Can i get rid of acne using home remedies?

Yes, home remedies are beneficial in getting rid of acne and acne scars. Home remedies are safer and doesn’t have any side effects.

3. Can anxiety cause acne?

Yes, but we cannot say anxiety can alone be the reason. It is caused mainly due to bacteria and excess oil production in the skin. Anxiety leads to stress and this causes release of stress hormone, which can be responsible for acne.

4. Can lack of sleep cause acne?

Whenever you are awake for long time you can observe increased secretion of sebum on your skin causing acne.

5. What foods are best to get rid of acne?

Spinach, tomatoes, berries, carrots, potatoes etc. are the healthy foods and they are proved to provide benefits to the skin. Thus, these foods are helpful in getting rid of acne.

6. Are dairy products good for acne?

No, milk and other dairy products contain growth hormones and inflammatory substances that block your skin pores and causes acne.

7. Can rice cause acne?

It is said to reduce the intake of foods with high glycemic index and more amount of carbohydrates. So, it is better to avoid rice during acne problem.

Summary:

Olive oil has various benefits that are helpful in treating acne and other skin related problems. All the methods mentioned above are easy and safe to use. So, you can follow any remedy according to your convenience.

Have you ever tried with any of the above mentioned remedy? How was your experience? Please write to us in the comment section below.

Back acne (Bacne) scars are left over scars, caused due to the deep and severe breakouts of back acne in the form of pimples and blackheads. There are two types of bacne scars such as Ice – pick scars (caused by loss of tissue) and Keloid scars (caused by an increase in tissue formation).

Actually,  the back skin has a high concentration of sebaceous glands that clog the hair follicles with dead skin cells, dust and oils to form acne blemishes. Hormonal changes, genetics, improper hygiene of back skin, unhealthy diet and stress are some causes for back acne which further leads to bacne scars. Also, it is difficult to avoid friction from carry backpacks or clothing while you’re suffering from back acne.

It is an embarrassing situation that makes you difficult to wear sleeveless or tank tops. However, there are many over the counter treatments available but the usage of natural remedies which you found in your home will give effective and long-lasting results over back acne scars without causing any side effects to the skin.

Here we are providing you with the 9 best natural home remedies for fading your back acne scars.

Method – 1: (Lemon Juice)

Lemon has Vitamin C that regenerates the new cells and thus boosts the collagen production to bring back the skin’s elasticity. Natural bleaching and skin lightening property will lighten the scars on the skin. alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) in it removes the dead cells and also assist the growth of new cells for clearing the acne scars on skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Cleanse your back with warm water and mild soap.
• Dry the area thoroughly with a clean, soft towel.
• Squeeze lemon juice freshly from a lemon.
• Apply the juice on the back affected areas with the help of cotton ball.
• Let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off with water.
• Do the same process regularly until you cleared the acne scars completely on the back side of the body.

Note:

• If you have dry or sensitive skin, dilute lemon juice with water before applying to prevent irritation.
• Apply sunscreen and also avoid going out in the sun for at least 30 minutes after using lemon to prevent photosensitivity on skin.
• Alternatively, apply orange peel paste (peel powder mixed with water) instead of lemon juice.

Method – 2: (Tea Tree Oil)

Tea tree oil has terpinen – 4 – ol that exhibits antimicrobial properties to prevent bacteria causing acne. It penetrates deep into the skin to remove toxins, dead skin cells and prevents clogs and thus lightens the scars. It moisturizes and restores the skin’s natural oil to clear scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Pour 5 – 7 drops of tea tree oil on a wet washcloth.
• Massage the back acne scars area with this washcloth for few minutes by using a back scratcher or your fingers.
• When once it gets absorbed by the skin then pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil on a second wet washcloth.
• Again massage the bacne scars affected areas with this washcloth using back scratcher.
• Let it sit for another 5 minutes and wipe off the excess oil by using a dry washcloth.
• Continue doing the same process for 3 times daily to get quick relief from back acne scars.

Note: Or use tea tree oil based creams, lotions, and soaps for treating back acne scars.

Method – 3: (Sandalwood and Rosewater)

Sandalwood has antimicrobial, astringent and cicatrizant properties soothe the skin to fade scars. Rosewater nourishes the skin to lighten up the skin tone. This combination not only fades the scars but also reduces the damage caused due to sun exposure.

Steps to be followed…

• Mix enough amounts of sandalwood and rosewater to make a fine paste.
• Apply this paste on the clean skin where bacne scars are affected at night before bed time.
• Leave it on for overnight and rinse it in the morning with water.
• Dry the skin thoroughly and follow the same process regularly to vanish bacne scars on the skin.

Note:

• Use milk, turmeric, water, lime juice, cucumber juice, black gram flour, buttermilk, oatmeal, glycerin, fuller’s earth, tomatoes, almonds, tea tree oil, etc. (alone or combination) with sandalwood rather than rosewater to fade acne scars.
• Also, you can apply sandalwood paste by mixing it with masks.

Method – 4: (Turmeric)

Turmeric has excellent exfoliating and skin whitening properties that cure bacne scars. It effectively fades the newly formed acne scars on your back.

Steps to be followed…

• Add sufficient amount of milk cream in 2 tablespoons of turmeric powder.
• Stir it well to make it a fine paste and apply this paste to the affected areas.
• Allow it to stay for few minutes till it dries completely.
• Wash the applied area with water and dry the skin.
• Regularly application will diminish bacne scars quickly.

Note: Or use Yogurt and few lemon drops instead of milk cream, if you have oily skin and follow the same process.

Method – 5: (Tomato)

Tomato has natural bleaching property that fades away the acne scars on the skin. It has rich amounts of vitamins A, B, C, E and K which are very crucial for skin healing. It also has various antioxidants that help to rejuvenate the skin to get rid of the scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Take a piece of tomato and rub it gently on the back acne scars for 3 – 5 minutes.
• Wait for 15 minutes and rinse the applied areas with water.
• Continue the same process regularly for twice a day until you cleared the acne scars completely on the skin.

Note:

• Tomato is acidic in nature and might cause irritation when applied directly on the dry or sensitive skin. So, dilute tomato juice in water and apply this with a cotton ball to get rid of the problem.
• Or simply rub the mashed tomato pulp on the bacne scars and rinse it off after 30 minutes.

Method – 6: (Baking Soda)

Baking soda encourages the growth of collagen to fill the indented acne scars. It acts as an exfoliating agent that gently scrape the scar tissue layer by layer to fade scars on the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Make a fine paste by adding 1 part of baking soda in 2 parts of water.
• Apply this paste on the back acne scars by rubbing gently.
• Leave it on for 5 – 7 minutes and wash the area with water.
• Pat the skin dry with a towel and repeat it regularly till you cleared the bacne scars.

Method – 7: (Potato)

Potato is rich in vitamin C that regulates the collagen production to heal the damaged skin. Vitamin B and niacin in it helps for skin regeneration and thereby lightens the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Peel off a large potato and grate it thoroughly.
• Apply this grated potato on the affected areas.
• Rub it gently and allow it to sit for about 5 – 7 minutes.
• End the process by rinsing it off with water and pat dry the skin.
• For best and quick results, follow the same process regularly for 2 – 3 times a day.

Note:

• Also, place potato juice or slices on the bacne scars.
• Use cucumber instead of potato in this process to grab the same benefits.

Method – 8: (Onions)

Onions are rich in mineral content that regulates the collagen production to rejuvenate the skin cells and to fade the scars quickly on the skin. When this onion mixed with natural silicon (like cucumber and flaxseeds), then they affect the color of acne scars and reduces the healing period. So, this combination is very effective in removing raised bacne scars.

Steps to be followed…

• Take 1 – 2 white onions and 1 medium cucumber.
• Grate or crush it to extract its juice and grind 1 – 2 teaspoons of flaxseeds.
• Stir all these ingredients to make it a fine paste.
• Spread this paste on the affected areas and wait for 20 – 30 minutes.
• Finally, rinse it with water and continue doing the same process regularly for once or twice a day.

Method – 9: (Pineapple)

Pineapple has a natural anti-inflammatory compound called Bromelain that lessens the chances of forming scars on the skin and also fades away the existing scars with its ascorbic acid.

Steps to be followed…

• Cut a piece of pineapple freshly and mash it to extract its juice.
• Apply the juice on acne scars affected back areas by using a cotton ball.
• Wait for about 15 – 25 minutes to get dry completely.
• After that, rinse it with water and dry the skin.
• Apply the pineapple juice regularly without any fail to notice the fading of acne scars on the backside of your body.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Avoid any squeeze on acne to prevent the formation of acne scars on the skin. Also, never put too much friction or pressure on your back
2. Always wear loose cotton clothes to minimize the pressure and irritation on the scars.
3. Regularly exfoliate your back side with the help of loofah and body scrub to remove dead cells and to generate the growth of new cells.
4. Sun exposure will darken the scars and thus worsens its appearances. So, apply sunscreen lotion whenever you go out.
5. You can also apply other natural home remedies like oils (olive oil, tea tree oil, castor oil and coconut oil), apple cider vinegar, garlic, vitamin E oil, honey, aloe vera, oatmeal, fenugreek, nutmeg, ice compress, etc. to get rid of back acne scars.
6. Choose the skin-care products that are free from oil or non – comedogenic, as too much oil will cause breakouts and thereby forming acne scars on the skin.
7. Prefer to use back scratcher for applying the remedies to your back and seek some help from your partner for applying on the back side of your body.
8. Microdermabrasion, chemical peel, topical creams, collagen injection, fat transfer (for ice pick scars), etc. are some of the medical treatments for bacne scars.
9. Apart from these remedies, you have to follow healthy diet and lifestyle like staying hydrated, consuming fresh fruits and raw vegetables, exercise regularly, maintaining proper skin care hygiene, avoid oily and fatty foods, sufficient sleep, etc. for promoting healthy skin.
10. Consult your doctor, if symptoms persist after using these remedies to get diagnose and treatment.

This all about the best natural home remedies for back acne scars. Try these remedies at home and let me know which one worked well for treating your bacne scars by sharing your experience.

Almost 80-85% of the people worldwide are facing acne problems.

Every one of us including kids, adults and old people suffer from acne at one or the other stage of life.

What is acne and why do they occur?

Acne is a pimple with either white or blackhead that is highly painful. It occurs when the sebaceous glands of the skin swell up due to bacterial infection. As a result the skin pores gets blocked and leads to accumulation of pus below the skin. These acne pimples are known as spots, zits, papules, pustules etc.

They are caused due to the hormonal changes in body, infection from some medicines, improper life styles, more intakes of sugar, birth control pills, unhealthy food, genetics etc.

Inspite of spending on those costly creams or pills you can make use of lemon and get rid of acne problems. The anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of lemon help in destroying the bacteria and get rid of acne.

There are 6 methods mentioned below that are helpful in treating acne and acne scars.

Top 6 most effective ways of using lemon for treating acne:

Remedy 1: Lemon

The antibacterial and antimicrobial property of the lemon fights against the acne causing bacteria. The astringent property of lemon tightens the pores and removes all the dirt and oil from the skin. The acidic nature of lemon prevents the growth of bacteria and it acts as exfoliant agent that removes the dead skin cells from the skin and clears the acne.

Lemon fights against the free radicals that cause inflammation in the skin and helps in treatment of acne.

Steps to follow:

• First of all wash your face using some warm water (opens the skin pores) and mild soap to remove the dirt and oil from the skin.
• Now, pat dry your face using some soft good quality towel.
• Take a lemon and cut it into 2 equal halves and pour the extracted juice into a small bowl.
• Use clean cotton ball and dip it into the lemon juice. Press it slightly and remove the excess juice from it.
• Apply this juice all over the skin and press slightly on the affected part of skin.
• Leave for 10-15 minutes till it dries completely.
• Then, wash using cold water and pat dry the skin with soft towel.

Note:

• If you have very sensitive skin, then dilute the lemon juice before applying. Dilute it using ¼ part of water for every 1 part of lemon juice.
• If you may feel itching or burning sensation after applying lemon juice then, wash it off immediately.

Remedy 2: Lemon and honey:

The anti-bacterial property of honey fights against bacteria and destroys them. The antioxidants present in the honey acts as barrier against the free radicals and protects the skin from damaging. It is also enriched with anti-inflammatory properties that reduces the swelling and provides soothing effect to the skin.

Mixture of lemon and honey prevents the chance of acne breakouts and heals them without any further damage to skin.

Steps to follow:

• Clean the face using warm water to open up the pores and remove all the oil from the skin.
• Take a lemon and extract the juice from ½ lemon and mix it with ½ teaspoon of honey.
• Slowly spread this mixture on the entire face focusing on the acne and acne scars.
• Then, leave it for about half an hour to dry completely.
• Afterwards wash your skin using cold water and dry your face using soft towel.

Alternative method:

• If you don’t have a sensitive skin then, just cut down the lemon and pour few drops of honey on it.
• Now, rub this lemon on your acne and acne scars. Wash it after 15-20 minutes.
• For best results you can repeat the method twice a day or thrice in a week.

Remedy 3: lemon and rose water:

Rose water has anti bacterial property that kills off the acne causing bacteria. It is best to dilute the lemon for sensitive skins as it is loaded with various benefits. It soothes the skin and helps in reducing the itching or burning sensation. You can use rose water as cleanser and remove all the dirt and oil particles from the skin pores. So, the mixture of lemon and rose water is helpful in treating the acne and acne scars.

Steps to follow:

• First clean your face using warm water and some natural soap and then, pat dry your skin.
• Take a bowl and pour 2 teaspoons of rose water and lemon water each.
• Put a cotton ball into the mixture and place it on the acne by pressing slightly and remove the cotton.
• Leave it to dry for about 15-20 minutes and then, wash it using cold water to close the skin pores.
• Then, dry the skin and you can repeat the same process two times per day to make skin acne free.

Remedy 4: lemon and turmeric

Turmeric has anti-bacterial property that keeps skin free from bacteria and fungi. It also prevents any kind of infection on the skin. The anti-inflammatory property of the turmeric will reduce the inflammation of the skin and it also avoids the itching or redness of the skin. Thus, lemon and turmeric works great together in getting rid of acne. Turmeric is also known for removing the scars so; it is beneficial in treating acne as well as acne scars.

Steps to follow:

• Take a bowl and add ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder and lemon juice each.
• Mix it thoroughly and apply it on the skin by spreading it equally or you can apply only on the acne.
• Then, leave it untouched for about 20 minutes and later clean it using cold water.
• For best results you can repeat this process thrice a week.

Remedy 5: lemon and baking soda

Baking soda has anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties so; it provides relief against swelling and destroys all the bacteria from the skin. It also avoids breakouts and relieves acne pain.

Steps to follow:

• Clean your first using warm water and dry it completely.
• Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda along with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
• Apply this mixture on your face and spread it all over the skin.
• Leave it for about 10-15 minutes and wash it using cold water.
• Afterwards pat dry your skin and repeat this once or twice a week and get rid of active acne along with the acne scars.

Remedy 6: lemon juice with sugar:

Sugar is used as scrubbing element to remove the dirt and oil from the skin pores. So, sugar and lemon can be used as easy recipe for treating acne.

Steps to follow:

• Take a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice along with 1 teaspoon of sugar to it.
• Now, apply this scrub on your face by moving your fingers in circular motion.
• Leave it for about 8-10 minutes and then, wash using warm water.
• Lastly wash once with cold water to close the pores.
• Pat dry your skin and use it twice a week for better results.

Few tips and precautions before using lemon juice for acne:

• Before using any substance on the skin, it is recommended to do a patch test and verify whether it is allergic to your face. So, take few drops of lemon juice and apply it on your skin, if you feel any kind of burn or itching then, wash it off immediately.
• Be careful do not apply lemon juice on your eyes and lips, because it is acidic and may cause problems for eyes.
• Try avoiding sun exposure after using lemon, to prevent photosensitive effect and you can use sunscreens to protect your skin from sun burns.
• Lemon juice is also beneficial in treating acne and other health and skin problems.
• You can also use lemon juice in your daily diet and get rid of all the skin problems and other health issues.
• Regular and high usage of lemon juice damages the acid mantle of the skin and damages the skin from inside.
• Do not forget to apply moisturizer after using lemon juice because, lemon makes skin dry and rough.
• Lemon juice can also be mixed with egg white and apply it as a mask to remove the acne along with the scars.
• Healthy food and lifestyle are very important to treat acne along with its pores. Reduce the sugar intake as it may increase the oil production and clog all the skin pores leading to acne.
• Lemon juice and cucumber mask can be applied on your skin and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Afterwards wash it with cold water and pat dry your skin.

Frequently asked questions:

1. Is acne contagious?

Many people think that acne are contagious but the fact is acne bacteria are present on everyone’s skin. They cause acne pimples only if the bacteria are triggered and cannot spread from one person to other person.

2. Can touching acne increase the infection?

Yes, acne causes itching and we feel to touch them but scratching, squeezing or touching the acne and touching same hand on other parts of skin leads to spreading of the infection. This worsens the problem and slows down the healing process.

3. Is acne a disease?

Acne is a skin disease that is caused when the skin pores are blocked. This is due to excessive production of oil, exposure to dirt and more usage of cosmetic products. Genetics is the main reason for acne problems.

4. Can a woman get relief from acne by dieting?

Increase in the weight causes increased production of estrogens and leads to acne problem. Moreover, dieting is not the solution of acne but having a healthy food in proper manner can be helpful to get rid of acne and its problems.

5. Which foods items are good for treating acne?

Eat strawberries, spinach, brown rice, blueberries, tomato, yellow and orange coloured fruits, carrots etc. that are beneficial in maintaining clear skin.

Summary:

Lemon has various benefits so, you can make use of them and get rid of skin problems. There are 6 methods mentioned in the above article, which are useful to remove acne along with the scars. So, follow the methods carefully and say good bye to skin problems.

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