Guide to Fading Acne Scars

by Vanessa Be

Acne scars can feel frustrating, but guess what? They don’t have to stick around forever! You can brighten their appearance with consistent care and the right ingredients. K-Beauty is here to save the day with gentle, but effective skincare! Ready for smoother, healthier skin?

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Smooth with Chemical Exfoliants 🧽

Say goodbye to stubborn scars with the help of chemical exfoliants! The gentle, yet powerful key to smoother brighter skin. The two most effective types are AHAs and BHAs; AHAs work on the surface to remove dead skin cells to improve texture and fade discolouration. While BHAs dive deep into your skin to unclog pores and target stubborn scars.


To start brightening up scars, include chemical exfoliants into your routine. It’ll leave you feeling AND looking radiant. They’ll also prep your skin well so other products can absorb better!

If you’re looking for a chemical exfoliant that truly delivers, the AHA BHA PHA 30 Day Miracle Toner is a Beauties favourite for a reason! AHA and BHA work together to clear dark spots and impurities + Papaya Extract and Lentil Soy Seed Extract calms and soothes.

Brighten with Vitamin C 🍊

A must-have when it comes to tackling indented scars and brightening dark scars is Vitamin C. This potent antioxidant is super impressive! Not only does it speed up collagen production (to heal those indented scars), but it’s amazing at lifting dullness and hyperpigmentation. 

Incorporating Vitamin C into your routine is a powerful way to help your skin look its healthiest! For the best results, choose a stabilised Vitamin C serum like the Tiam Vitamin C 24 Surprise Serum. It’s formulated with 22% Pure Vitamin C and 2% Vitamin C Derivative, delivering high potency while staying stable against light and heat. Brighter skin without compromise 🙌🏻

Boost Your Routine with Niacinimide 🚀

Meet the multitasker your skin will adore, Niacinimide! This all-rounder is PERFECT for fading acne scars; it brightens dark spots, calms redness and evens out skin tone. But it doesn’t stop there - it does wonders for strengthening your skin barrier too!


It gets better! Naicinimide blends seamlessly with other skincare ingredients so you can enhance your routine with no drama and irritation. 

For a total game-changer, try COSRX The Niacinimide 15 Serum. It’s a highly concentrated serum with powerful ingredients to create a synergistic effect. N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG) gently exfoliates to lift hyperpigmentation, Zinc PCA supports the recovery of damaged skin and Allantoin inhibits growth of bacteria and adds an extra layer of protection. A win-win for fading acne scars!

Hydrate with Sheet Masks 💦

Fading acne scars doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Sheet masks will make it a relaxing experience so sit back and let the mask do all the hard work!


For targeted results, choose masks with brightening and calming ingredients like Vitamin C, Niacinimide, Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid. Added ingredients like these can flood your skin with moisture and deliver nutrients directly to your skin. This is important because well-hydrated skin heals faster, meaning scars will become less visible over time.

Supercharge your routine with the Mediheal Sheet Mask range! There are four types of sheet masks loaded with powerful ingredients that will guarantee healthy skin renewal and provide surges of hydration. Scroll to discover your perfect sheet mask 👇🏻

🍃 Madecassoside Essential Mask Set is formulated with 3x Centella Asiatica types for stressed skin that needs to be effectively soothed + it strengthens the skin’s moisture barrier too!


🍊 Vita Essential Sheet Mask Set is formulated with 3x Vita Actives - Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin B to brighten and reverse the signs of skin damage like acne scars.


💦 N.M.F Ampoule Mask Set is formulated with 3x Minerals, 7 Amino Acids and 8 Hyaluronic Acids for an intensely moisturising treatment.


☁️ Collagen Mask Set is formulated with 3x Collagen Complex for plumper skin and increased skin elasticity.

Protect with Sunscreen ☀️

Sunscreen is an absolute essential in dealing with acne scars! It is crucial that you shield your skin from the sun - UV rays can do significant damage like darken scars and slow down healing processes. What you need is a lightweight and non-comedogenic sunscreen that protects your skin without clogging pores.

Sunscreens like  AXIS-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen is a great option because it has a light essence-gel texture and is a non-comedongenic formula. It has 6 base ingredients that soothe and heal your skin like Calendula, Squalene, Allantoin and Chamomille. Plus, the key ingredient, Mugwort keeps your skin strong and happy!

We all have to remember that reducing the appearance of acne scars also requires two things: consistency and a thoughtful routine. Each step and or ingredient works together to brighten, heal and smooth skin over time. So make sure you have the right ingredients and practice patience, you’ll see long lasting results in no time!


Bye Beauties x


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