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Discoloration on the skin, called pigmentation, is probably one of the most unflattering things.
This skin condition is mainly due to excessive production of melanin which creates discolored
patches on the skin.
Been through bottles of foundations, concealers.
whitening creams and still nothing?
Maybe it's time to turn to nature for some answers.
If you are looking for some natural and pocket friendly remedies to make your skin look more
even, then we’ve got you covered!
Is apple cider vinegar effective?
What about aloe vera?
Milk for the skin?
In this video we will be talking about all this and more, so stay tuned!
Let’s start off by talking about what causes this unwanted pigmentation?
Skin darkening or hyperpigmentation can develop anywhere in the body.
This means that the skin produces much more melanin than required which then patches of
dark skin, much darker than normal.
The two main factors that increase this condition are exposure to the sun and inflammation.
The greater the exposure, the more melanin skin produces.
However, there may be other reasons, like:
Certain medications - skin pigmentation is one of the most common side effects of several
pain medications or NSAIDs.
Drug induced hyperpigmentation affects around 10 to 20% of the population and mainly happens
because of the heavy metals found in these drugs.
Pregnancy - nearly 50% of pregnant women show clear signs of the ‘mask of pregnancy’
or melasma which is another term for pregnancy induced pigmentation.
The main reason being the steep rise in hormone levels that causes darkening.
Addison’s disease - the insufficient hormone production in the adrenal gland leads to Addison's
disease.
Hyperpigmentation is an early sign of this disease.
This discoloration occurs around gums, knuckles and scars.
Other reasons for this skin disorder may also include excessive sun exposure and increased
hormone levels in the body that leads to an increase in melanin production.
Here’s some home remedies to undo this discoloration and even out the skin tone:
Red onion Red onion is one of the most common ingredients
found in scar lightening creams.
In fact the rich vitamin C content helps greatly in treating pigmentation.
The antioxidants present gets rid of lifeless, dull skin and offers a real beauty boost!
All you have to do is rub a slice of red onion on the affected area and leave it for a couple
of minutes before washing it off.
Doing this twice a week will show visible changes.
Do you know of any other home remedies to get rid of dull skin?
Tell us in the comments!
Aloe vera Aloe vera is one ingredient that makes a regular
appearance in numerous home remedies, including skin pigmentation.
The active component in aloe is called aloin which is a depigmentation agent.
It even speeds up the replacing of old hyperpigmented skin cells with new ones, leaving the skin
looking not just evenly toned but also glowing and healthy.
Just mix 2 tablespoons of fresh aloe gel with 1 tablespoon of honey.
Apply it on the affected area on the body, let it sit for a couple of minutes and wash
off with lukewarm water.
Apple cider vinegar From helping digestion to improving skin condition,
is there anything ACV can’t do?
If you are looking to get rid of skin pigmentation or any other skin issue, then this will be
a blessing for you.
Due to its acidic nature, it has the capacity to smooth out the skin in just a matter of
weeks.
Mix equal parts of ACV and water, use a cotton swab and dab this mixture on the pigmented
parts of the skin.
Black tea water Black tea is more than just a healthy drink
to start your day with.
Its extracts are rich in natural antioxidants and have several skin cleaning properties
including the ability to get rid of blemishes causing toxins.
The skin whitening effects of black tea reduces dark spots and evens out the skin.
Using a cotton ball, dab some black tea (the way you normally make it) on your skin twice
a day for best results.
Oatmeal The benefits of oatmeal goes beyond just eating
it.
Being coarse in nature applying it to the hyperpigmented area makes a huge difference.
It can exfoliate the dead skin cells and reveal youthful bright skin hiding underneath.
Oatmeal is an excellent scrubbing agent that can remove rigid dark spots as well.
Grind up some oatmeal with water to create a semi smooth paste and apply it to the affected
regions.
Leave it on for less than 20 minutes before rinsing off.
Tomato paste Applying tomato paste on your face may sound
a bit icky but it gets the job done, and how!
The magical main component is lycopene which greatly reduces damage caused by the sun.
Spots and pigmentation are the result of long term sun exposure that the tomato paste helps
by making it lighter.
Slice up a piece of tomato and rub it on the face or on the pigmented area.
Leave it on for a bit before washing it off using lukewarm water.
Licorice extract Licorice extract is a natural skin lightening,
depigmentation ingredient.
This is because the main antioxidant present not only evens out skin tone but also fights
off unpleasant signs of aging and soothes the skin as well.
It works by dispersing the melanin and decreases the presence of free radicals that leaves
the skin looking bright and youthful!
Start by boiling about 4 pieces of licorice root.
After it cools transfer the liquid into a spray bottle to use it as a mist twice everyday.
Milk Milk is a superstar when it comes to health
benefits.
The lactic acid is not only great for gut health but when applied on the skin it helps
in getting rid of the hyperpigmentation, plumps up the skin and even reduces signs of aging.
These components sort of peel out the darkened, uneven skin to brighten it up.
For the best effects, dab cold milk using cotton balls twice a day and say goodbye to
pigmentation.
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Now back to tips for reducing facial pigmentation.
Potato Your favorite starchy vegetable has some amazing
benefits for the skin.
Azelaic acid is one substance that is present in abundance in raw potatoes.
This acid helps get rid of hyperpigmentation caused by acne and blemishes.
The enzymes also stop the overproduction of melanin which is the ultimate solution for
pigmentation problems.
Just slice up a piece of potato and apply in the affected area.
Allow it to dry out before washing it off.
Almond Paste Eating almonds to maintain overall well being
is a known fact.
When it comes to at home beauty treatments, almond paste is a dark horse.
This tiny healthy nut is packed with skin friendly vitamin E - an extremely powerful
antioxidant.
To start off, soak a couple of almonds in water overnight before grinding it up into
a paste.
Once the paste is ready, apply it in the pigmented region along with some honey and a dash of
lemon.
Now that you have tons of options to choose from, here are some effective tips that will
prevent skin pigmentation altogether.
Although not all causes can be prevented, there are certain steps you can take in order
to prevent certain instances of hyperpigmentation:
Avoid direct sunlight - since the main cause of aggravating skin pigmentation is sun exposure,
the obvious step would be to stay covered while going out.
If possible stay indoors during the peak sunny time of day, 10 am to 2 pm.
If this is not possible then take cover under an umbrella or some other shelter in order
to minimise sun exposure.
Apply SPF - have you noticed the SPF number on moisturisers and sunscreens?
Well, those are not just mere numbers, they actually show the lasting effect of the sunscreen.
The next time you’re choosing one, pick the one with the most SPF that can range from
15 to 30.
This will protect the skin if you decide to head out on a sunny day.
Limit skin touching - We all tend to sometimes, unknowingly, touch our faces.
However, if you want the hyperpigmentation to be gone, then you gotta cut this out.
This goes double for scratching scabs or mosquito bites which will leave the skin looking darker.
Choose the right products - If you’re willing to opt for some products to help with pigmentation
problems then be aware of the products you choose.
Go for formulas that combine lightning with extracts from licorice, mushroom and kojic
acids.
Additionally, pick out the right ingredients needed for repairing damaged cells.
Face pigmentation may seem extremely unflattering but with the right steps and making the right
choices it is possible to deal with them.
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