Help! need to get rid of acne spots/scars.

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Nov 2, 2013

Kassandra S.

Hi you guys, so I been battling with acne for years and I finally got rid of the acne, but got left with these spots on my cheeks. Do you guys know any of getting rid of them?

Nov 2, 2013

Kassandra S.

This is one of my cheeks.

Nov 2, 2013

3forevergigi3 ..

Scrubing definitely helps with skin cell renewal. Sugar's a great scrub. I'm also in the same situation so I don't know what else to try. I know that skin whitening stuff like lemon, papaya, and potato work. Green tea protects skin from getting darker and yogurt exfoliates, renews and lightens blemishes for glowing skin.

Nov 2, 2013

3forevergigi3 ..

I don't think you should try lemon since there's redness on your skin.

Nov 2, 2013

3forevergigi3 ..

Yeah green tea and oats calms redness and soy reduces hyperpigmentation so it evens skin tone.

Nov 2, 2013

Axita S.

Crush onions n apply its juice on acne spots. prefer red pink onions.

Nov 2, 2013

Axita S.

Grind fresh mint with yogurt you can add turmeric if you want. apply. wash after an hr.

Nov 2, 2013

Axita S.

Mix milk yogurt turmeric n gram flour. let it dry. scrub after dries. wash with cold watrr. apply rose water. or cucumber juice.

Nov 2, 2013

Lexi K.

Exfoliation would be a good method. If you wanna use a scrub, do it no more than 1 or 2x a week. But..

Chemical exfoliation can be very effective for hyper pigmentation. It can also be used daily in lower concentrations. Like an AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) these are natural acids found in food. (Lactic, Malic, Glycolic) These help stimulate cell turnover.

Lactic acid is highly recommended for for sensitive skin types. It's milk derived, and also has great humectant properties. But these are better for dry to normal skin.

If your skin is oily and acne-prone, it may be better to use a BHA. This is salicylic acid, but it can cause dryness.

The downside to AHA's is that they may increase photosensitivity, so it's important to use a broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen, on the other hand, BHA's do not increase sun sensitivity.

Use these after you wash your face. Wait for them to dry, then apply your moisturizer, and sunscreen if you're going out.

AHA's
- st Ives scrub free exfoliating pads
- silk naturals aha toner

BHA (alcohol free)
- Paula's Choice BHA's
- Neutrogena 3 in 1 oil free acne stress control hydrating acne treatment.
- Neutrogena Visibily clear spot stress control ultra light spot treatment Moisurizer

Nov 2, 2013

Ilze L.

Can I use those tips if I still have acne problems?

Nov 2, 2013

Tiffany F.

I suggest a chemical peel it's VERY FAST AND EFFECTIVE!! Find one at www.makeupartistchoice.com and look at some YouTube videos.