How To Treat Acne Scars Using Manuka Honey
A major problem with acne is that you can be left with horrible and unsightly scarring. Acne scarring can really affect your confidence and self-esteem and prevent you from having a full and happy life.
Many of the treatments available to get rid of acne scars involve invasive surgical treatments. However, gthere is a treatment that is 100% natural, doesn’t have any know side effects and has been scientifically proven to successfully heal wounds and scars - Manuka Honey.
Not only is only great to eat with toast or added to your tea, but has been used in ancient cultures because of its ability to fight infection. However, it’s only in recent times that research has shown that Manuka Honey can effectively treat acne scars and other wounds. Here we will look at where Manuka Honey comes from, how it works, the best type to use and how to apply it.
Where does Manuka Honey come from?
Manuka Honey is produced by bees that collect pollen from the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), a native tree found growing wild in New Zealand.
Why does Manuka honey work?
Manuka honey contains amino acids, vitamins and minerals which help to inhibit bacteria, heal wounds and promote new tissue growth. Vitamin C especially plays a major role in collagen formation which is important for healthy skin. Manuka Honey also creates a protective barrier over the newly growing tissue to protect against infection.
What is the best Manuka Honey?
Active Manuka Honey is the best type of honey. Active Manuka honey works because of its UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) that refers to the potency of the antibacterial activity of the honey. The higher the UMF factor is, the more powerful and stable the antibacterial properties are.
Here are some important points to look out for when choosing the best Manuka honey
Make sure it is genuine UMF Manuka Honey by checking the name UMF is clearly stated on front of the jar.
• It should have the New Zealand UMF Licensee’s brand name and license number on the front label.
It should have a UMF rating of 10 or higher. If the UMF ratings are under 10 there is very low levels of activity, whilst more use levels are foun in ratings of 10-15, and even better are ratings of over 16.
You can purchase Active Manuka Honey in any good health food store.
How do you apply Manuka Honey?
By applying the honey directly onto the scars, leaving for as long as possible, you will help get rid of the scarring. It may seem a little strange to put honey on your face, but by applying the Manuka Honey twice daily you should start seeing the results within a few days.
Another great way to apply the honey is to put a generous amount of honey onto a sterline dressing and place it over your acne scars and leave overnight. Make sure that you wash the affected area with warm water before applying the dressing in order to prevent infections.
Now that you know that Manuka Honey has proven therapeutic properties that help to get rid of acne scars, you do not have to live with the embarrassment of these unsightly scars any longer.
If you would like to know more about acne scar treatment or treating acne cysts then visit my Clear Skin Guide website.
