Lots of us have struggled with acne at some point in our lives. This common, yet difficult, skin problem can usually be conquered by a combination of consistent, quality skin care and a wholesome diet. However, acne can often leave an unwelcome reminder long after it’s gone in the form of unsightly scars. The good news is that most of the discolouration we see after a blemish disappears is not permanent. In fact, most acne scars of this type fade on their own within weeks or months. Deep cystic acne scarring is the exception, however, and may require medical attention to eliminate completely. What Works? Acne scars are best treated using a multi-faceted approach that incorporates all of the following: Vitamin C:  This powerhouse antioxidant helps to lighten and brighten skin discolorations from acne and other skin damage. In addition, it helps protect the skin from damage from free radicals so that it can heal itself more quickly and effectively. If you’re serious about improving your acne scars, we highly recommend using Neutriherbs Vitamin C Serum daily as part of your morning regimen. Gentle Exfoliation:  Encouraging skin cell turnover will help fade acne scarring by removing dead skin cells and bringing healthy new skin cells to the surface. Gentle is the key word, however. Aggressive scrubbing and harsh exfoliants can actually do more harm than good by causing micro-tears in the skin you are trying to heal. Retinol:  Retinol, or Vitamin A, is another powerful weapon against acne scars. When broken down into retinoic acid, retinol penetrates deeply into the skin and communicates with skin cells, helping them to become healthier. The most dramatic improvement in acne scarring will come with consistent long-term usage, so practice patience and integrate a retinol serum such as Neutriherbs Retinol Serum part of your nightly regimen. Sunscreen:  This might not have been at the top of your list for improving acne scars, but it’s actually one of the most important steps you can take to see long-term results. Redness and discolouration will stick around much longer if the skin is unprotected from UV radiation. Use an SPF30 sunscreen daily – even if you don’t think you’ll be spending much time outdoors. This is not only a great habit to start in order to get rid of acne scars, but it will also improve the health and youthful appearance of your skin overall. Thanks for reading our blog! We hope that it has been helpful. If you want to take a look at some of the products that we have mentioned, you can click on the link below to visit our online store: https://neutriherbs.co.za/collections/all