How to Get Rid of Keloids: 4 Ways to Remove Keloids Naturally

Question: Are there natural remedies to remove keloids? – J. Horton

Answer: Keloids are raised, irregularly shaped scars that can form after skin injuries.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, in the United States, keloids are more common in people of Asian, Hispanic, and African descent. They also note that although keloids can affect anyone, they are more common in people with darker skin types.

Research shows that the incidence of keloids in these individuals ranges from 4.5% to 16%.

Keloids are also more likely to occur in people:

with a family history of keloids, particularly those of African or Asian descent
experiencing hormonal upsurges, such as during pregnancy or puberty
with systemic conditions, such as hypertension
between the ages of 10 and 30 years
with rare conditions, such as Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome and Goeminne syndrome

Studies have shown that keloids occur in 4-16% of Black individuals, compared to 1-2% in white individuals.

The risk of developing keloids is higher in women than in men.

Causes:

The exact cause of keloids is unknown, but it is believed to be related to an abnormal wound healing process. Factors that may increase the risk of keloid formation include:

Genetics
Skin trauma (e.g., piercings, surgery, acne)
Certain medical conditions (e.g., hyperthyroidism)

Appearance:

Keloids can vary in appearance, but they typically:

Are raised above the surrounding skin
Have irregular borders
Are firm or rubbery to the touch
Can range in color from pink to dark brown

Complications:

Keloids can cause: Cosmetic concerns, Pain or tenderness, Itching, and Difficulty with movement or function.

Treatment:

There is no cure for keloids, but there are treatments that can help to reduce their size and appearance:

Topical treatments: Silicone gel sheets, pressure dressings, and corticosteroid creams can help to flatten and soften keloids.
Injections: Steroid injections can shrink keloids.
Surgery: Surgical removal of keloids may be an option, but there is a high risk of recurrence.
Laser therapy: Laser therapy can help to break down keloid tissue.

Natural Remedies to Remove Keloids

1.) Aspirin

The same aspirin that you take for headaches and other health problems can also be used to treat keloids as it helps reduce the scar’s size and appearance.

So if you are searching “how to get rid of keloids”, follow below steps.

Crush three or four aspirin tablets and add a small amount of water to make a smooth, thick paste.
Apply the paste on the scar, allow it to dry completely and then rinse it off by rubbing the area gently under water.
Pat the area dry and then apply some olive oil or tea tree oil.
Do this daily until the keloid is gone.

2.) Sandalwood and Rose Water

Sandalwood has many skin regenerating properties and rose water is a natural skin toner. Used together they can help prevent or reduce and lighten keloid scars.

Make a thick paste of sandalwood powder and rose water. If you wish, you can also add some black gram to the paste. You can find black gram in an Asian supermarket.
Clean the scar with water and apply the paste before going to bed. In the morning, wash the area thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Do this regularly for a month or two.

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3.) Lemon Juice

Lemon juice contains antioxidants and vitamin C that are very helpful in treating different types of scars, including keloids. After a few weeks of using this remedy, you should see significant improvement in the color, texture, appearance, and flexibility of the scar.

Extract the juice from a fresh lemon and apply it on the affected skin area.
Leave it on for about half an hour, and then wash the area with lukewarm water.
Repeat the process at least once daily.

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For those who are looking for something more potent, there is also a great combination recipe to remove keloids:

4.) Oil Combination

Combine 1 tablespoon mustard seed oil, 1 teaspoon rose essential oil and 8 tablespoons Jojoba oil in a small container and shake it vigorously. Apply a small amount to the affected area and leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse with cool water and wash with a mild cleanser. Store the unused portions of the mixture in a cool, dark place for up to one month.

5.) Onion Extract

When you read this one, you might be thinking I’m going to be smelling like onions? Well, not exactly. Multiple studies suggest onion extract — juice squeezed from cut onions — blocks scar-forming action and may reduce the size of keloids over time. But this method is more labor-intensive, requiring three to four applications (and probably multiple onions) per day until the tissue visibly improves.

Next time, instead of searching on Google “how to get rid of keloids”, bookmark this article.

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