Can washing your face with white vinegar remove acne marks?
Sep 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
White vinegar is actually a common food item, but using it to wash the face cannot fade existing acne marks. If a person has sensitive skin, repeatedly washing the face with white vinegar may further irritate the skin and likely trigger allergic reactions. Therefore, to remove acne marks, one should avoid using such home remedies.
During adolescence, many people experience acne breakouts on their face. It’s important to remember that acne can leave behind post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) or scars—commonly referred to as “acne marks”—which may significantly affect appearance.
Can washing your face with white vinegar remove acne marks?
White vinegar is a common food ingredient, but using it for facial cleansing does not effectively lighten existing acne marks. In fact, for individuals with sensitive skin, repeated use of white vinegar may further irritate the skin and even trigger allergic reactions. Therefore, rather than relying on unproven home remedies, consider evidence-based medical aesthetic treatments—such as laser therapy—to help fade acne marks. However, the optimal treatment approach must be tailored according to the individual’s specific type and severity of acne marks.
Acne marks are essentially scar tissue formed after an acne lesion ruptures and heals. This scarring represents the skin’s natural repair response to injury. Once mature scar tissue has formed, topical medications or oral drugs generally cannot eliminate it.
During treatment, dietary adjustments are essential: avoid spicy, stimulating, and seafood-based foods, as these may exacerbate inflammation. When outdoors, practice sun protection—wear a broad-brimmed hat or carry an umbrella—to shield your skin from UV radiation. Also, minimize consumption of deeply pigmented foods. We hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health and happiness!
