by Laura Magureanu

Created on: December 14, 2010   Last Updated: December 15, 2010

Too many people think that heavy makeup is the only solution to hide acne scars from view. However, there are certain solutions, some of them quite handy that a person could try in order to get rid of acne scars, or at least to make them less visible. One of these handy solutions is represented by lightening acne scars with hydrogen peroxide. The following simple guide on how to lighten acne scars with hydrogen peroxide will offer you an easy solution to that annoying unaesthetic problem.

First step: Clean your face thoroughly

In order for the hydrogen peroxide to be effective against acne scars, you will need to clean your face. Any traces of makeup need to be removed using a mild cleanser, that will leave your face perfectly clean. Why is so important to have your face clean? Hydrogen peroxide may not be as effective, not to mention that you may end up spreading the dirt on your face to other areas, even causing an acne outburst, totally unintentionally.

Second step: Pour the hydrogen peroxide into a ceramic cup

Hydrogen peroxide can be acquired from any drug store, and you should be rest assured that its effects on the skin are quite mild, without causing any problems. Some use it to bleach hair, but the effects of hydrogen peroxide on lightening acne scars seem to be even better. When you take the cap off the bottle containing the substance, make sure to reseal it right away, as hydrogen peroxide is known to lose its efficiency, if exposed to light. Pour some of the content in a ceramic cup, from where you can use it easier. If you think the substance is too strong, you can add some water, but not too much, as, otherwise, you will not see any effects. When learning how to lighten acne scars with hydrogen peroxide, such details are important.

Third step: Use a Q-tip to spread the hydrogen peroxide over the acne scars

Acne scars may be improved easily if you just spread some hydrogen peroxide over the areas affected. Soak a Q-tip into hydrogen peroxide and then tap the acne scars you want to lighten. The substance has to remain on your face for a little while, in order to have the desired effect.

Forth step: Cleanse again, then moisturize

After the hydrogen peroxide does its work, you will need to apply the same mild cleanser, then a moisturizer so that the skin does not become too dry.

This is how to lighten scars with hydrogen peroxide. The rules are simple and easy to follow, and the effects can be visible after just a few sessions.

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