Overview

After acne has healed, it can leave unsightly red marks on your skin, notes "Cosmetic Dermatology: Principles and Practice." According to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology," the red marks are scars that formed as a result of the skin breaking, which often occurs as a result of acne sufferers popping pimples. By treating your red marks as soon as you notice them, you increase your odds of removing the marks completely, according to "Handbook of Dermatology: A Practical Manual." If after treating your acne marks daily for 12 weeks you are unhappy with your results, visit a dermatologist to discuss additional treatment options.

Step 1

Cleanse your face twice daily with a facial cleanser. After cleansing your face, use a facial exfoliant twice daily to gently slough off any dead skin cells. According to "Handbook of Dermatology: A Practical Manual," this will speed up the treatment process and produce the quickest results.

Step 2

Massage shea butter into your scars and the skin surrounding them each morning following cleansing and exoliating. According to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology," the shea butter will hydrate the skin, improving its elasticity and reducing the redness of the scar.

Step 3

Massage aloe vera gel into the scars each evening after cleansing and exfoliating your face. This is best done prior to going to bed because the gel can leave your skin with a slimy feeling while it is absorbed into the skin. According to "Cosmetic Dermatology: Principles and Practice," the aloe vera gel will provide intense hydration and promote healthy skin cells, which will diminish the appearance of the scars.