Best Essential Oils for Acne Scars
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree essential oil is a strong antiseptic that can help prevent infections while accelerating wound healing. It's also an effective spot-treatment, but it may dry out your skin so be sure to follow up with moisturiser for hydration!
Tea tree oil has been shown to be an effective acne treatment and skin soother, making it the perfect addition for your beauty routine. However you should always start with a small amount of product before applying more throughout the day or night since this type can irritate sensitive skins too!
Frankincense Oil
Frankincense is a powerful anti-inflammatory that can help heal your skin. It's also effective at preventing scars from forming, so it’s perfect for anyone who wants a beautiful looking glowing complexion!
Frankincense oil has been used to help ageing skin because of its ability to accelerate new cell production while reducing the appearance of dark spots and wrinkles.
Lavender Oil
Lavender essential oil is gentle for most skin types and also contains the active components linalool, which helps reduce inflammation in your body as well as scarring. This makes it an excellent addition to any acne treatment plan!
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How to Use Essential Oils for Acne Scar Healing
Put a few drops of carrier oil on your open pores before applying the extract to avoid getting an adverse reaction.
You can dilute EOs with carrier oils that are known to help minimise breakouts, reduce scarring, moisturise dry skin, and offer antibacterial and antifungal effect
Rosehip Oil
Jojoba Oil
Coconut Oil
Almond Oil
Argan Oil
To help reduce the appearance of stretch marks, dilute 2-3 drops EO in 1 teaspoon carrier oil. Apply daily as a skin treatment and light massage for best results!
Some people have sensitive skin and they might be Allergic to the ingredients in EOs. If you are not sure, it’s best that before using on your face for 24-48 hours wait a few minutes if possible then apply gently near any cuts or wounds as this will determine whether an adverse reaction happens at all!
