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Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs for Scarred Skin

A scar is a patch of skin unable to heal itself properly after injury or repeated acne issues. There are numerous vitamin, herbal, and mineral supplements for the treatment of scarred skin.

  1. Vitamins

    • Vitamins A, C, and E are all antioxidant-rich vitamins that contribute to the healing of scarred skin. Vitamin E capsules can be broken open and applied directly to scarred skin, as well as taken internally. Vitamin A contains retinol, a compound that can help skin's appearance, while vitamin C is necessary for the healing of wounds.

    Minerals

    • Zinc and silica are two minerals that promote skin's healing abilities. Both can be taken as supplements. Copper is a mineral found in many acne treatments such as creams and lotions for acne scarring.

    Herbs

    • Aloe vera is commonly used in the treatment of scarred skin, whether from acne, burns, or other injury. The pulp from the plant can be applied directly onto skin, as can pure aloe vera gel, which is found in most health stores. Horsetail is another herb used for the treatment of skin and hair, and can be used as a topical treatment for scarred skin.

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