Natural Remedies To Fade Chickenpox Marks

7 July, 2011 No Comment

Chickenpox or chicken pox is one of the common juvenile diseases characterized by numerous fluid-filled blisters. This airborne disease caused by a virus named ‘varicella-zoster’ occurs in adults also. The most disastrous part of the disease is the ugly marks or scars it leaves on the victim’s face and body.

These pimples will turn into vesicles and will dry up with a brown crust on them. Chickenpox in adults will leave darker and deeper spots and scars. But the good news is that the chickenpox scars will disappear after a few days, if proper care is taken. There are rare cases when these scars become permanent. It is really unsettling to see the skin, especially the facial skin, covered with spots and marks. There are a lot of herbal/natural remedies to erase these marks quickly.

Though over the due course of time the chickenpox marks will start fading, it is better to take care of some precautions:

1. Never touch your pockmarks with dirty hands, and avoid touching altogether.

2. Never try to scratch these marks, even during itchy feeling and irritation. Scratching will make the marks more deep and difficult. The strict rule that should be adhered when you have chickenpox is ‘‘don`t scratch or pick at the scabs’. When the raw boils are scratched, infection will spread to other parts of the skin and the situation will become more disastrous.

3. Try to sleep in a single position to avoid unintended home remedy to lighten the scars. Scabs should dry and fall off naturally, so that the scars become manageable and can be treated more effectively.

4. The scars should be cleaned daily and should be kept clean. It should be cleaned by a soft wash-cloth.

How To Sooth Itchiness During Chickenpox?

Itchiness and prickliness is the main reason why the person ends up in scratching the boils. The main thing to avoid this is to cut the nails of the patient to prevent scratching.
Taking bath in water added with turmeric will give a soothing effect to the itchiness. Adding few leaves of margosa or few spoons of oatmeal to the bathing water will also give the same effect. Mildly salted water will also prevent infection and itchiness.

Another popular alternative is adding a few pinches of baking soda into the bathing water.
After taking bath, it is beneficial to apply a mixture of turmeric paste, sandalwood powder and rose water on the scars. Repeat the same application before going to bed for best results. If this is done from the beginning of the chickenpox, scars will get cured soon, and hence the marks will also diminish fast.

See to it that you always keep the affected parts of the body moisturized to avoid stretching of the skin and more deep scars. Drinking plenty of water will help in keeping you and your skin well-hydrated. This will also help in flushing out the toxins from your body and will accelerate the healing process. Water will hasten the natural production of collagen, resulting in even skin tone and less noticeable marks.
By firmly following some herbal and home-made remedies regularly, one can easily get rid of chickenpox marks in an effective manner.

Herbal Remedies To Remove Chickenpox Scars

Application of vitamin E oil on the affected area will help in nourishing the skin and keeping it moisturized. Vitamin E will also help in naturally healing the affected skin tissues and will lighten the dark spots fast. If you are non-allergic to honey, use organic honey as an excellent medicine to heal the scars. In order to avoid deepened scars and permanent scars Aloe Vera gel or cod liver oil can be applied daily. Application of a blend of orange juice and aloe vera gel is also effective. Black Abil powder can also do wonders in removing scars.

Since lemon juice is an excellent remedy to lighten and heal dark spots and marks, cut an organic lemon in half and gently brush it on the spots. The acidic nature of the lemon will speed up the fading process. Another similar remedy is gently rubbing raw garlic pieces on the affected area. Another folk remedy is to gently rub the affected areas with cold pressed virgin coconut oil.

Coconut oil is enriched with healing and moisturizing properties and hence very effective in removing chickenpox and acne scars. Applying coconut water with a clean cotton ball is also good. You can also apply cocoa butter or tea tree oil on the affected parts to sooth and supple the skin. Tea tree oil should be mixed with some carrier oil before applying.

Nutmeg is a spice enhanced with a host of medicinal value. You can apply a mixture of one teaspoon of nutmeg powder and one table spoon of raw milk on the affected areas for dramatic and visible improvement.

Besides these natural/herbal ways there are surgical methods to remove chickenpox scars. But they are costly and not free from some side effects in future. Some of the cosmetic treatments to remove scars are: Microdermabrasion, Dermabrasion, Laser resurfacing, photo facial etc. These procedures involve skin exfoliation, top layer skin removal, peeling etc. The expensive scar removal creams available from the stores may not give the desired results. People with deep or extensive scarring may consult a dermatologist and can discuss about some of the surgical or cosmetic procedures.

The natural healing process can be made quicker by following a healthy diet plan daily. Include fresh vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, cabbage, lean meats and dairy products into the diet. These vegetables are natural sources of vitamin K, which accelerates the skin’s natural healing process. Carbonated and artificially sweetened drinks and beverages should not be consumed at all.

The marks left by chickenpox are not life-threatening and permanent. They can be completely removed with patience and strict adherence to some daily beauty regime. The best way is to adopt the natural remedies to heal and fade these scars. Herbal remedies are less expensive and will not harm your skin in anyways.

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