October 4, 2008

Natural Scar Cures

Many skin care specialists are constantly looking for a way to remove scars left behind by certain dermal conditions like acne. Several solutions have been created to fight this problem but, as sufferers have found, they don't yield noticeable effects. Other people have used microdermabrasion or resorted to surgery, but both can be risky.

Natural Remedies Have Proven That They Work!!!

Many dermatologists prefer to work with natural products, recommending natural skin care treatments for scarring whenever possible.

The next treatments have proven to be successful, so, they're worth a try.

Sea Buckthorn Oil - This product is extracted from the berries of a bush found in The Netherlands and is a traditional treatment for healing the skin. It has proven to be useful for wounds, sun damage, lesions, burns, eczema and abrasions. With the onset of the anti-aging movement, it has also become a popular natural skin care alternative for alleviating skin dryness and wrinkles that come with age. It has important quantities of flavinoids, phytosterols (anticarginogens), vitamins C, A, B1, B2, E and various essential fatty acids. The skin can be slightly colored by the deep reddish orange tone of the oil, but it washes off easily.

Wheat Germ Oil - Widely used in cosmetics and as a dietary supplement, it is very effective at reducing scars and stretch marks. It includes vitamins A, D, E, B1, B2, B3, B6, and F and has high doses of protein, minerals and contains essential fatty acids. It's especially good to treat and rejuvenate aging, dry and dehydrated skin. Obtaining an organic oil of high quality is important for effectiveness, and it should be refrigerated. If wheat or wheat gluten causes you allergies, stick with one of the other recommendations.

Macadamia Oil - Usually associated with Hawaii, Macadamia trees are actually native to Australia where the oil has been traditionally used as a natural skin care product and as a cooking oil. The oil is very high in essential fatty acids and resembles sebum, which our skin produces naturally as a protective oil. Its regenerative properties are great and it is used to cure sunburns, wounds, and scars. Make sure you get good grade oil even if you are using it topically, because some varieties are toxic.

Rosehip Seed Oil - High in essential fatty acids and vitamins A and E, a healthy tea made with rosehip seeds has been widely used, however,premature aging are the new uses discovered for its oil. Research has revealed that it reduces wrinkles, repairs UV and radiation damage, and heals scars from acne, burns and surgery. Nowadays, its regenerative properties are believed to be the most effective.

A new acne scarring product is now available to rejuvenate your skin thanks to natural components that guarantee no allergic reactions or adverse side effects.

- Lisell Torgerson

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