How to Get Rid of Pimple Marks and Acne Scars at Home

Last updated on April 21st, 2023 at 01:43 pm

How to get rid of pimple marks and acne scars at home

Pimple marks and acne scars can be a beauty concern for most of the teenagers and adults who face pimples. Pimples are still easier to get rid of but the marks and the spots left behind can be troublesome. These marks are mostly on the cheeks, chin and forehead and take a lot of time to fade but with the help and regular use of home remedies and natural treatments the acne marks and pimple scars can be removed at home without spending too much. Here are some excellent ways to get rid of pimple marks fast.

Home remedies to get rid of pimple marks/scars

1. Lemon for pimple marks

Lemon juice has vitamin C which is extremely beneficial for healthy skin and it also helps to get rid of the pimple marks efficiently. Lemon juice is also known to make the skin fairer and remove sun tan so apart from the removal of acne marks at home lemon remedy can also be used to improve the complexion.

How to use lemon juice to get rid of pimple marks/ acne marks:

Remedy 1: Mix lemon juice in equal quantity of rose water and glycerin. Apply this at night and keep it overnight. Next morning wash the face with plain water.

Remedy 2: Take one teaspoonful of lemon juice and add one half teaspoonful of gram flour (besan). Mix them and if needed use rosewater to make a paste. Apply this on the face and let it dry. Wash off.

2. Baking soda for acne marks

Baking soda is a gentle face exfoliant which mildly takes off the upper layer of dead cells which keeps the skin cell renewal rate good and also fades the marks with continuous usage. Baking soda is good to get rid of the pimple marks but apart from that it also reduces the redness and swelling of the acne on the face.

Procedure to use baking soda to get rid of pimple marks and scars:

Mix one teaspoonful of baking soda with some water to make paste and apply it on the face for 5- 7 minutes. After that, gently scrub the face with that and wash it with normal water. Do not use this treatment if you face any irritation.

3. Potato juice for acne scars and marks

Potato juice or the grated potato can be an excellent remedy to remove the pimple marks and scars. Potato is also great for the under eye darkness. It is due to the potato’s skin lightening and whitening properties which actually make this a good treatment for the acne marks removal at home faster.

Ways to use potato to get rid of pimple marks/scars:

Remedy 1: Cut a potato in thin slices and rub it gently over the acne marks and pimple marks. Keep this either over night and wash the face in the morning or at least for half an hour. Doing this natural treatment for pimple marks at least 3 times in a week will give best results in lighting the pimple marks on the face.

Remedy 2: Another home remedy for pimple marks at home with potato is by using this in the juice form. Mix one teaspoonful of potato juice and take one teaspoonful of yogurt. Add 3 pinches of turmeric powder and mix off these. Apply evenly on the face and wait for 20 minutes. Rinse with plain water.

4. Tomato juice for marks and scars

Tomato juice is enriched with the enzyme lycopene which lighten the marks of pimple and also improves the skin’s dull complexion. Tomato is one of the best home remedies to remove the pimple and acne marks on the face.

Ways to use tomato juice to get rid of the pimple marks and scars on the face:

Remedy 1: To get rid of acne scars take a tomato slice and gently rub it on the face concentrating over the pimple marks and spots. Massage the face with the slice itself by rubbing it for 5 minutes. Then keep this juice over the face for 20 minutes. Rinse off.

Remedy 2: Another method to use tomato juice is by making a acne marks lightening face pack.

Take one teaspoonful of oatmeal and mix some tomato juice in it. Make a paste and apply on the pimple marks and entire face. Wash after 20 minutes.

5. Aloe vera gel for marks

Aloe vera gel has some vital nutrients which make the skin marks lighten. This is why aloe vera is able to lighten the stretch marks and heal the skin by soothing. Aloe vera gel is a great natural skin moisturizer which helps a lot in getting rid of pimple marks naturally at home fast.

How to use aloe vera gel to get rid of pimple marks/acne marks:

Remedy 1: Take freshly extracted aloe vera gel and apply on the face. Leave it for overnight and use this daily to lighten the pimple marks faster.

Remedy 2: Take half teaspoonful of aloe vera gel and mix half teaspoonful of lemon juice in it. Apply it all over the face and where the pimple marks are prominent. Keep it over night and try it every day for the better results in fading the pimple marks.

Face packs to get rid of pimple marks:

Apart from the individual ingredients here are some effective home remedies and face packs which will help to get rid of pimple marks, scars fast at home.

1. Honey and lemon juice face marks for pimple marks removal

Mix one teaspoonful of honey and one teaspoonful of lemon juice. Add one pinch of turmeric powder in it. Apply o the face and wash after 20 minutes. This marks removal home remedy can be tried every alternate day for flawless skin.

2. Cucumber and turmeric powder face pack for acne scars

This face pack is good to get rid of the pimple marks when the skin isn’t too sensitive. Mix one teaspoonful of cucumber juice with 2 pinches of turmeric powder. Apply on the ace and wash off after 20 minutes. This can be tried daily in the evening.

3. Apple cider vinegar

Apply apple cider vinegar on the pimple mars and leave for 20 minutes. Wash the face with regular water

4. Papaya and sandalwood face pack

Mix some papaya pulp with some sandalwood to make paste. Apply evenly on the face and let it dry. Wash the face with normal water. This can be done daily for all skin types to get rid of pimple acne marks after at home.