Written By: Tania Tarafdar | Updated : January 4, 2017 10:00 AM IST
You may have heard that it 's hard to get rid of chicken pox scars. And if you have never been a victim of chicken pox yourself, it may help to know remedies that will help you get rid of the scars in case you catch the virus. We got a few people to share the solutions that worked for them to get rid of chicken pox scars. You should also know about these classic symptoms of chicken pox.
Coconut water: Coconut water is a natural skin lightening agent and evens out the patchiness on the skin. It boosts circulation on the skin allowing the skin to breathe promoting a flawless complexion. Plus, the presence of cytokinins in coconut water can heal the skin and renew the skin cells.
Just dab a cotton ball in coconut water and apply it to affected areas. Leave it overnight and wash your face in the morning with lukewarm water , says Tanya.
Honey: This sweet ingredient is a natural skin moisturiser that can rejuvenate the skin faster and help lighten the scars.
I only mixed honey with oats and applied it on the scars. Left it on the skin for half an hour and then rinsed it off with cold water. In 2-3 days of using this remedy I noticed my scars lightening , says Ankita.
Papaya: Papaya is very hydrating for your skin, and it also helps remove the dead skin cells and scabs, leaving you with a rejuvenated skin.
I combined mashed papaya with milk and applied it on the chicken pox scars. Left it for 5-10 minutes and rinsed it with cold water. My skin felt incredibly rejuvenated after using this remedy , says Nikita.
Aloe vera: Aloe vera regenerates damaged tissues and decreases swelling, redness and inflammation on the affected area.
I cut aloe vera leaf to remove the gel and applied it on the scars. I left the gel to dry and then washed it off with cold water. I followed this routine thrice every day, and in no time I noticed the scars disappearing , says Ananya. Did you know about these other amazing health benefits of aloe vera?
Cocoa butter: It contains fatty acids which improve skin s moisture retention help soothe and replenish the affected skin.
As suggested by a friend I simply applied cocoa butter on my skin and left it to get absorbed by the skin. I religiously did this 3-4 times every day , says Purba.
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