Do lemons relieve acne and acne scarring?

Citrus fruit extracts are included in skin care products due to their antioxidant content.

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The Vitamin C in citrus fruits are thought to help fight free radicals in the skin and also help boost collagen levels.

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Lemon juice reduces oil, kills the bacteria that lead to acne and reduce redness and inflammation.

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However, applying lemon or lemon juice to your face can have side effects that further damage your skin.

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The strong citrus fruit can cause dryness, burning, stinging and killing good bacteria.

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This acne treatment method can lead to hyperpigmentation.

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There's little to no evidence supporting lemons as an effective acne scar treatment.

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