Scars can take a long time to heal depending on the severity of its nature and it can actually affect your self esteem if you have noticeable ones. It also doesn’t help when people you know (or strangers even) start asking you about it, further increasing your self consciousness. Whether it’s acne scars, injuries caused by accidents or pure clumsiness, we all experience it at some point in our lives. The key is to quick healing is to treat it as soon as possible because scars do not reach their final appearance until two years. Natural oils have been proven to help scar tissue heal at a faster rate so here are 5 types of oils you should try that have been proven to reduce the appearance of scars.
1. Argan Oil
Arguable Morocco’s most precious gift to the world, Argan oil has been used by Moroccans for centuries but it is only in recent years that its amazing healing qualities have been translated into beauty products worldwide. On top of healing scars, Argan oil can be used as a moisturiser, hair oil as well as to treat skin problems such as eczema.
Try: Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil (available at Sephora)
2. Virgin Coconut Oil
The new superfood these days has got to be virgin coconut oil thanks to its multiple functions. Consuming a teaspoon of this potent oil every morning helps you achieve great skin, hair, increases your metabolic rate and burns belly fat. Coconut oil helps produce collagen which in turn, stimulates cell growth and reduces the appearance of scars.
Try: Biococo Virgin Coconut Oil (available at http://biococo.com.my/)
3. Bio-oil
Another great multi-tasking product is the well-loved Bio-Oil (the Kardashian sisters swear by it and they have great skin). Bio-Oil is made with a myriad of natural oils such as calendula, lavender, rosemary and chamomile suspended in an oil base. This non-greasy and pleasantly fragranced oil not only helps reduce scars, you can also use it on your hair, stretch marks and so much more.
Bio-Oil is available at all leading pharmacies
4. Vitamin E Oil
Long before fancy oils came into the market, vitamin E oil was the go-to treatment product for scars and it still is today. Those who want an accessible and affordable treatment can try Vitamin E oil which is known to promote cell turnover and heal scars.
Try: Organic Aid Vitamin E Oil (available at all leading pharmacies)
5. Rose Hip Oil
Best known to boost skin health by reducing scars and promoting radiant skin, Rose Hip oil is high is essential fatty acids, Vitamin E, beta carotene and lycopene. All these ingredients support skin renewal and repair which basically means they help scars disappear. Rose hip oil also has amazing anti-aging benefits.
Try: Sukin Certified Organic Rose Hip Oil (available at all leading pharmacies)
