Remove Old Scars: Top 10 Medical Remedies Plus Natural Options

Potato

There’s limited medical evidence supporting the idea that potatoes can help with scars. But one 2017 study found that potato peel may help heal minor burns.

Try it:

1. Slice a potato into medium thick rounds.
2. Using a circular motion, rub the potato slice on your scar.
3. Once the potato slice starts to dry out, discard it and continue rubbing with another slice.
4. Continue rubbing and replacing for about 20 minutes and then let the scar air-dry for about 10 minutes.
5. Rinse the area with cool water.
6. Repeat this process at least one time each day.

Rosehip and frankincense

One 2019 studyTrusted Source confirmed that rosehip oil significantly promoted wound healing and effectively improved scars.

A 2017 studyTrusted Source suggested that frankincense oil may assist the healing of human dermal fibroblasts.

Try it:

1. Mix equal parts rosehip essential oil and frankincense essential oil.
2. Massage the rosehip-frankincense mixture onto the scar.
3. Wait for 45 minutes before gently rinsing the area with warm water.
4. Follow this procedure three times a day.

Baking soda

An older 1995 studyTrusted Source that looked specifically at postsurgical wound healing noted significant improvement when baking soda was applied. This was observed at day 7 and more so at day 14.

Try it:

1. Mix distilled water — a little at time — into 2 tablespoons of baking soda until it forms a paste.
2. Wet your scar with distilled water and then apply the paste to the wet scar.
3. Hold the paste in place with a warm compress for 15 minutes.
4. Rinse the area and repeat daily.

The takeaway

If you want to make a scar look less noticeable, you may want to try a natural remedy. There are many people who believe that natural remedies can get the job done.

As with any home remedy, have a conversation with your healthcare professional before starting. A doctor can offer insights and recommendations about which remedies you should or shouldn’t try.