How To Treat Keloids Naturally
Treating keloids naturally is simple and much healthier than using pharmaceuticals. However, before starting your treatment, you must absolutely consult a specialist so that he can offer you an adequate diagnosis.
When we talk about keloids we are referring to those sores that do not heal the way we would like.
Some wounds heal abnormally and leave a mark larger than the original lesion, which has a very characteristic texture and color. Additionally, some people may experience pain and itching.
It is not therefore only an aesthetic problem, but a situation that can affect our health. When they do form, they can often be mistaken for infections in patients.
If you are currently in this situation, we advise you to consult a specialist to rule out this possibility.
Although the germ that causes keloids is not yet known, health professionals tell us that they are more present in women with dark skin.
It usually forms after burns, surgical scars, infections, or acne.
We can also notice that they generally appear on the upper part of the body, especially on the ears, neck, back and face.
To make them disappear, many pharmaceutical products are available, in the form of gels and lotions. Techniques using lasers are also in vogue.
However, it is possible to make keloids disappear naturally. Many of us are looking for healthy alternatives to the pharmacological and chemical treatments that doctors usually prescribe.
This is why we suggest, in the rest of this article, to discover remedies to treat keloids as naturally as possible.
Home remedies to treat keloids naturally
Apple vinegar
Pay close attention to which vinegar you choose. Indeed, only apple vinegar can reduce the irritation caused by keloids and reduce the size of the scar.
How should you proceed?
- Pour apple cider vinegar over the area and massage gently for 2 minutes. Let dry for about 5 minutes.
- After this time, repeat the operation to increase the effectiveness of the treatment.
- You can perform this treatment every day without any problem.
Baking soda
In addition to being a great natural exfoliant, baking soda helps to reduce inflammation and disinfect the skin. We will teach you how to use it for this purpose.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of baking soda (20 g)
- 6 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide (60 ml)
How should you proceed?
- Mix the water and baking soda until you get a paste with a texture similar to toothpaste.
- Apply this paste to your scar and leave it on for 3 to 4 minutes.
- If you want to increase the effectiveness of the treatment, you can apply this remedy up to 4 times a day.
It is possible to vary the doses that we have just recommended. But do not forget to prepare a paste based on one part baking soda for 3 parts water.
The aloe vera
We have already told you many times about the benefits of aloe vera for treating wounds. In this case, we want to tell you about the tremendous moisturizing power of this plant.
On the other hand, aloe vera also has exceptional virtues to fight against all types of infections. Follow this very simple process.
How should you proceed?
- Simply open an aloe vera stalk. Apply the gel contained in the plant on your skin, after cleaning it with a little lukewarm water.
- You can use this remedy as many times as you want.
Honey
In the same way as for the previous remedies, we will benefit from the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic virtues of a natural ingredient : honey. In addition, it will bring us a cooling effect ideal for treating keloids.
How should you proceed?
You just have to apply the honey to the affected area, at least once a day.
As this is a perfectly natural product, it does not cause any side effects unless you are allergic to it.
Garlic oil
Garlic is an exceptional product to prevent additional fibers from being generated by our body and increasing the size of the scar affected by a keloid.
Ingredients
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 cups of olive oil (400 g)
Utensil
- A glass jar
- A sieve
How should you proceed?
- To start, peel the garlic cloves.
- Heat half a cup of olive oil in a pan.
- Pour the garlic into the pan to reveal its flavor.
- Mix your preparation with the rest of the oil on a baking sheet that you are going to put in the oven.
- Let the mixture cook for 20 minutes at 250 ° C.
- Let the preparation cool before pouring it into a glass bottle.
- Wait two hours before using it.
- Apply the remedy to your scar and leave it on for 10 minutes.
- After this time, rinse off the mixture with lukewarm water.
These remedies help us stop the progression of keloids and treat them. However, you should keep in mind not to come in contact with synthetic elements on your skin, which can make your condition worse.
In any case, we recommend that you consult a specialist, as these lesions are extremely sensitive.
Once you are sure you are suffering from a keloid scar, we invite you to use our remedies.
