Acne Scar Treatment & Prevention

Acne is a skin condition occurring by up to 80% of people during adolescence. Acne lesions are also called blemishes, zits, pimples or spots.

Severe acne can cause inflammatory which can result in permanent disfiguring scars. There are three types of acne scars, rolling (give the facial surface a wave-like appearance), icepick (most common, indented scars), and boxcar scars (look like chickenpox scars).

In order to be able to choose the right treatment it is recommended to determine the type of scar. Some effective post-acne treatments are a laser treatment, subcision, dermabrasion, photo therapy (blue and red light), oral and topical antibiotics and retinoids.

Treat Acne with Honey
Of course the best option is to treat the acne when it appears. The antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of some medicinal honey types are promising regarding this matter. Apart from these traits, the acidic and osmotic properties could benefit acne treatment.

Many positive reviews on Acne.org show honey really can help people treat their acne effectively. Not all honey's will do though. The honey from a indigenous New Zealand bush called Manuka honey has the most powerful properties.

Make sure to buy Manuka honey with an UMF rating of at least 10+ (preferably 15+ to 20+) for the best results. There are specialized medical creams available. Many just use a normal UMF jar. Since it works for many it might be worth a try. Only downside is that it is a bit sticky and messy.