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Brilio.net - Blackish acne scars , also known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, are a condition in which the skin leaves dark patches after acne has healed. This occurs because the production of melanin, the pigment that gives color to the skin, increases in response to inflammation or trauma to the skin. These scars can be very disturbing, especially if they are located in areas of the face that are often seen.
The main cause of dark acne scars is inflammation that occurs in acne. When acne is inflamed, the surrounding skin cells are also affected and damaged. This healing process often involves increased melanin production, which leads to the appearance of dark patches on the skin.
Additionally, sun exposure can also worsen this condition, as UV rays can stimulate further melanin production and deepen the color of acne scars.
This condition can certainly lower a person's self-confidence. No wonder many are looking for ways to overcome it. Such as undergoing treatment at a beauty clinic, using certain skincare, to utilizing natural ingredients.
One of them was shared by a TikTok user with the account name @glamtayus, who used a combination of honey and 1 type of fruit. The fruit in question is lemon juice. Let's see how to make and use it below, which briliobeauty.net launched on Wednesday (4/9).
Material:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
How to make and use:
1. Pour the ingredients into the container
2. Stir both until evenly mixed.
3. Apply to a thoroughly cleansed face.
4. Let stand for 20 minutes
5. Rinse with water until clean
6. Continue with the use of moisturizer.
7. Do this routinely 2-3 times a week to get a smooth face free from acne scars.
Lemon content to fade acne scars.
Lemon can fade black acne scars on the face because of its high citric acid and vitamin C content. Citric acid in lemon has a mild exfoliating effect that helps remove dead skin cells and speeds up the skin regeneration process. In addition, vitamin C functions as an antioxidant that can brighten the skin and reduce the production of melanin, a pigment that causes black acne scars.
Benefits of honey for treating black acne scars on the face.Honey can fade dark acne scars on the face thanks to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. The antioxidant content in honey helps reduce inflammation and speed up the skin healing process, while its antibacterial properties can prevent infections that can worsen acne scars. In addition, honey has the ability to draw moisture into the skin, maintain skin softness and elasticity, and help the cell regeneration process.
(brl/ola)