New Delhi: Getting into an accident is not top of anyone’s list of things to do. The impact of an accident can leave behind scars leaving a symbol of a horrific event, especially scars on our face or other highly visible places. Many of us have trouble dealing with the aftermath of an accident. It can be difficult to get in a car or get back on the bike again for fear of another accident. One of the first steps we can take to get back to normalcy is remove scars from accidents.

Although there are many professional cures, lotions, and creams available on the markets that help to heal scars. However those are very expensive, loaded with chemicals, and often don’t give the desired result.

So, one of the oldest types of scar treatment is of course none other than natural home remedies that won’t cost you a fortune. Natural remedies for accident scars encompasses a surprising range of remedies, they are powerful homemade treatments used to remove accident scars without causing any side effects to the skin. 

For instance – mix curd or frozen milk or desi Ghee and turmeric. Frozen milk is a good exfoliating agent and it nourishes your skin and leaves your skin glowing once you wash off the paste. If you have a sensitive skin then you can add a few drops of lemon juice and rose water. Facial scars from accidents can be easily removed by using the above mentioned natural home remedies.

Or – you can also use the one part of baking soda with two part of water to create a paste. Baking soda is a natural exfoliator and helps in the gentle scraping of the scar tissue layer by layer. Scrub (avoid vigorous rubbing) this paste on your scars for a minute or two and after that you can rinse it off with cold water.

Likewise – Mint juice is also effective to remove old accident scars. You can use the juice of mint on your face leave it for 5 minutes and wash that off. If you are doing the same procedure for a month then you can see visible results. The old accident scars will become lighter in colour on regular usage. Also, apply vitamin E oil, you can extract it from a capsule and apply it on your scars before you hit the bed every day. This is an effective method to fade out spots and scars.

Other than these above options, try these remedies as well;

Pure Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera is truly a super plant as it comes to natural healing. Its gel is rich in healing nutrients and can be used on wounds as well to speed up the healing process and prevent scarring from the beginning of the wound healing process. Aloe vera gel is also one of the best natural remedies for stretch marks, and for getting rid of scabs.

Add vitamin E powder or oil to your gel for an extra healing boost. Vitamin E oil or capsules are often used to preserve Aloe gel. So if you’re using fresh gel you could make a batch, add some vitamin E and it will keep for weeks in your fridge. But keep in mind, if you using Aloe gel with vitamin E oil, better not apply on scars that are not fully healed.

Gooseberry or Amla Paste

Amla paste is an old Indian home remedy to prevent scar tissue. The best effect is obtained when you use the amla paste on newly-healed wounds. You could buy a ready-made paste or the powder to make your own paste. Mix the powder with water or olive oil for a better effect. Massage the amla paste into your newly-healed wound, let set for a while and rinse with cold water afterwards. Apply daily as needed to help the scar fade faster and encourage the healing process.

Tea Tree Essential Oil

Another good option for you to try is tea tree oil. Well known for its antimicrobial properties, but works wonders as well to heal skin tissue and reduce the appearance of scar tissue. There are various ways to use tea tree oil to reduce and heal scars.

Although most people dilute tea tree essential oil in carrier oil, it can be used topically and undiluted as well. But keep in mind, it can sting and cause irritation if you have a sensitive skin. So try it on a small healthy patch of skin first. Apply the undiluted tea tree oil, once a day, on the affected skin area and leave for about 20-30 minutes. Safety reminder: never use tea tree oil internally!

Or add the tea tree oil to good base oil, like coconut or olive oil, and massage the affected area 2 to 3 times a day. Another way to use tea tree oil is to add it to warm water and use as a soap to clean the affected area.

Additionally Treat Accident Scars naturally from the Inside as well as Outside:

Apart from using natural remedies on your skin you should also remember to take care of your body internally.

• Drink a lot of water. Keep a track that you eat healthy because this helps in removing the toxins from your body and in turn gives you a scar-free face.
• Never use plain lemon juice on your face because it can harm the skin. Dilute lemon juice in water or rose water and then use it on your skin.
• Wash your face at least twice a day if not more, but if you have an oily skin then wash 4-6 times a day using fresh cold water to prevent clogging of skin pores with oil and dust.
• Use a good oil control face wash to help prevent excess oil secretion which leads to acne and scars.
• You can also a use a gentle herbal face wash instead of a soap on your face because most soaps use harsh chemicals that are harmful to the facial skin.

It is also important to know that scars caused by accidents can be deep or cover lots of surface area.

Although, scars from car accidents tend to be unpredictable because of the high impact; the deep wounds and severe burns may need some reconstructive surgery before taking what you consider the best ointment for accident scars. But, alternately, bike accident scars are more likely able to be helped by creams without the need for any surgery.

Also remember, treating the scar while it’s relatively new is the best option to achieve the best results. Old scars are difficult to remove completely and often require a medical approach such as surgical scar revision or laser treatments.

And always keep in mind that improving scars will take some time, so don’t give up after just a few days. Daily treatment and patience is a key.

Mind and Body: Dealing with Scar treatments

Scars caused by accidents are always traumatic but there is always hope. Accidents may scar the body but it is the mind that is important.

Scar treatments are a way to help build up confidence and help your mentality remain positive. Positively is possibly the most essential ingredient in any treatment.

Scaring ‘can affect positively’, is important to understand that a scar is only a physical mark and not an indicator of who you are. Always be diligent in your regimen as the skin must evolve.

Lastly, scars from accidents are always treatable although not immediate.

References:

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