Introduction A problem that is faced by many, Skin pigmentation is a disorder that causes the skin to appear lighter or darker than the existing shade. Pigmentation can also appear as discoloured and blotchy. Everyone has a skin component called ‘Melanin’ that decides and regulates the colour of the skin, eye, and the hair. When an individual faces pigmentation, it means, the amount of melanin present is in an excessive amount. Skin discolouration, commonly known as skin pigmentation is the result of excessive sun exposure, hormonal changes, genetics, medications, and use of certain skin care products. When an individual faces skin pigmentation, the face tends to look dull with an uneven skin tone, dark spots in the form of acne and scars appear, or worse, you may look older than expected. Pigmentation is not just confined to dark spots. There are various types of skin pigmentation, and depending on its type, its appearance differs. How can Skin Pigmentation be Treated? There are multiple ways to treat pigmentation. While many home remedies might prove useful, for those who expect quick results, here are some effective skin treatments that your dermatologist can conduct: - Skin Peels are chemicals called alpha hydroxy acids that are meant for use on the skin. Peeling accelerates the exfoliation process of cells in the epidermis. Different peels have specific outcomes depending on the formulation. - IPL which is also known as Intense Pulsed Light therapy is explicitly used for selective dark spots. The devices used for such a treatment is done under strict supervision under a trained physician - Another good option to help cure skin pigmentation is laser skin resurfacing These methods can be opted for when home remedies don’t work. However, if you are keen on using home remedies, here are some that have proven to be helpful:
When it comes to spots, lemon is the first thing you should use. It has high citric acid content that makes it a natural spot reduction agent.
Raw potato is rich in enzymes called catecholase, which is known to improve the tone of the skin. You can use it twice or thrice a day for about a month to get noticeable results.
Apple cider vinegar is packed with chemicals that get rid of dark spots. It is rich in citric acid, lactic acid, and glycolic acid. These acids are known to bleach dark spots, and also exfoliate the dead skin present on the surface of the skin.
Aloe Vera has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help treat skin infections effectively. It is known to hydrate the skin and removes excessive oil from the pores. More so, it also removes dead skin and helps in the regeneration of new skin cells, thus reducing the appearance of spots.
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