How to Use Sandalwood for Fading Scars & Blemishes

Getting rid of scar tissue from acne, surgery or accidents can be a difficult process. Medications used to reduce or remove scars can have unwelcome side effects. Home and holistic remedies for scar removal are another, natural option for scar removal. Sandalwood paste has long been used as a base for incense and the wood is treasured for its fragrant oil, but it is also an effective scar remedy.

Things You'll Need

• Sandalwood stick
• Rose water or plain distilled water
• Mortar and pestle
• Black gram paste (optional)

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Instructions

• 1

  Fill a small container with water, rose water or distilled water. This is used to soften the sandalwood stick so that it can be made into a paste.

• 2

  Place the sandalwood sticks into the liquid, and allow them to soak overnight or for 24 hours. If all of the water is absorbed, add additional water to continue the soaking process.

• 3

  Place the soaked sandalwood sticks into a mortar bowl and grind the softened sticks into a paste. Add black gram paste if desired and mix until the solution is a sticky consistency. If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of water to reconstitute.

• 4

  Apply the paste to the scar. Allow the paste to remain in place for 10 to 15 minutes, then wash off with cool water. Repeat the application as necessary until scar tissue is reduced and discoloration fades.