What works best to conceal acne scars?

Acne scarring is perhaps worse than the acne itself. My acne scars weren't horrible. They probably weren't even that noticeable after I put on my foundation. However, I certainly noticed them and that was all it took to bother ME. If you've got acne scars, you may feel a bit helpless. But you don't have to because there are alternatives to getting rid of acne scars. And you CAN do something about it. So what do you do about it? Well, there is totally a solution ... actually there are many. These are NATURAL treatments. Now, just because you hear the word "natural", I don't want you to shake your head and think you need to just buy some over the counter miracle cream. These remedies WORK! And you'll find that by consistently using them, your acne scars WILL fade just like mine did. So without further ado, here are my favorite natural acne scar solutions: Vitamin E Don't underestimate the power of this healing lotion. You can get it at any drugstore in topical form. I have a HUGE bottle of it under my sink :) . Vitamin E naturally heals scars by moisterizing the damaged skin. Use it everyday to fade away acne scars. Cocoa Butter This one should be used carefully. If your acne is not already under control, cocoa butter does pose the threat of additional breakouts. However, if you're using the 3 Day Cure technique and your skin is finally clear, this is a powerful healing tool. Cocoa Butter will soften skin, lighten the scars and make them fade into nothing. I love this one. By the way, Cocoa Butter also works great on fading stretch marks. Honey Okay, this is totally gonna change your life! Honey works overtime on acne & acne scars. Yes, Honey! When I first learned about this natural remedy, I was pretty bewildered. The sound of it alone is confusing. Honey is a sticky, sugary substance. How can it possibly clear up skin? Honey kills bacteria while simultaneously lessens the red look of irritated skin. The acidity in the honey evens out your skin tone, shrinks current pimples and will give your skin a softer feel. Listen, I know you may be skeptical of this solution. I was at first, then I tried it. This natural acne scar remedy works great. Lemon Lemon will help clear up acne as well as fade acne scars. Plus your face will smell like a freshly shined harwood floor, so that's a plus ;) The acidity in the juice will lighten the redness of the scars and balance your skin's pH levels to prevent future breakouts. Give it a shot.

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The best way to hide acne scars is to first use a filler serum and then apply a concealer. Blot with powder to set. The filler serum will build the depression in the skin so it is on an even surface and the concealer will hide the discolorations.

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Use concealer on a skinny little brush, place on actual scar/blemish and set it with a powder foundation instead of loose powder.

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Scars go through different periods of evolution. First, they are purplish and thick, then they become red, then pink. In fair skinned people, they turn white as the end result. In ethnic skin types, the scars can be devastating because they leave a dark hyperpigmentation spot that can last years. Additionally, people can get pock marks and undulations in their skin from serious acne breakouts. Here are my suggestions: For purple to red scars (usually less than 1 year old) on fair skin: use a green-tinted spot concealer (green and red make tan) For darkly pigmented persons, sunscreen (at least SPF 30) daily will help the dark spots from becoming more noticeable (the sun makes skin get dark and can worsen these dark spots!) For pock marks and undulations, surgical interventions with resurfacing is usually the preferred method of treatment An ounce of prevention is worth years of heart ache. Find a system that works for you.

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Match your skin tone exactly with a concealer….maybe need to blend a couple shades to do so, and try to use natural daylight to get the most accurate look at what you’re doing. If the scars are recessed or raised, there’s not much cosmetically one can do.

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ok so i have really bad acne and everyday i wash my face and it doesnt help. i used proactive and everyone says it work but it doesnt. i need to know if that honey and cocoa butter stuff works cause i need to get rid of this acne

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Yea, all of these work when being consistent with them. Another remedie that i use is 1 spoon of gram flour, a pinch of turmeric powder, and choose ONLY ONE to make a paste (rose water, lemon juice, or water). Leave it on face to dry, wash it off with warm water(a little tricky to take off but u'll get it) this helps even skin tone and clears pores. Works best with ethinic skin tone.

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I have had sever acne in the past and was left with unattractive scars on my face. I purchased the Dr. Max Powers Scar Serum from their website online - it was medium expensive for a scar cream - because I needed a solution. The Max Powers Scar Cream does work well, but don't expect to see results instantly. You need to apply it regularly and consistently for about a month in order to see results. It really does work though. My scars are much more toned down and less visible.

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I was reading your comment.. I was wanting to know if that really does work on say old pock mark scars. I wear makeup an it just seems to show how worse my face really looks when I look in a mirror. I hate how my face looks. I just want to cover up all my scars like ophra whimpey does.. how do they do that. an she has an ugly face without makeup

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