Beauty Woe: 5 Tips to fading dark spots away

Dark spots may just top the list of beauty woes women are often frustrated about. Not only are they a sign of aging, but when not dealt with early, they can be difficult to get rid of. So with the following five tips, you’ll well be on the road towards fading these pesky spots.

TIP 1: AVOIDING CREATING EVEN MORE SPOTS

The next time you’re tempted to pop that zit, think again. Many a times we are not aware that even the slightest of actions can cause our skin to react. This slows the process of fading. Picking at your zits might cause the area and skin under it to be stressed leading to the formation of a spot. Depending on the force exerted, the skin’s trauma will determine how long the spot will be there for – not good news if you wish to have clear skin. Instead of popping your zits, treat it with tea tree oils or even a topical medication. The less you pick at the zits on these spots, the faster the spots would fade.

TIP 2: USE NATURAL INGREDIENTS

Nature gives many good remedies and it is high time we start appreciating the goodness of these natural ingredients. Take for example an onion. Yes that very same ingredient that makes you shed a tear each time is a great remedy for fading dark spots. Use it as a gentle exfoliator to activate the skin-lightening acids in it. Over time, you’ll see the spots fading and smoother skin emerging.

TIP 3: BE GENEROUS WITH YOUR SUNSCREEN

Hyper pigmentation is one of the many root causes for age spots. Reverse the effects of this by simply applying an adequate amount of sun protection (at least SPF 30). Choose a formula suitable for your skin type – cream, gel, liquid or even a spray on. It is essential to use a sufficient amount. Experts recommend using between 2-3 ml of product. Blend it well into your skin for maximum absorption. Using a sunscreen will not only prevent existing spots from getting darker and more stubborn but will also prevent the formation of new spots.

TIP 4: GO FOR A TREATMENT

For faster results, opt for a facial treatment. Microdermabrasion for example will help to remove the layers of damaged skin. Chemical peels are also getting popular these days as it only removes skin affected by the spots and not the skin underneath (which is not affected by excess melanin).

TIP 5: RETINOL

Retinol is not only a good anti-aging topical medication for wrinkles but is often praised for its ability to regenerate cells quickly. This is just what we need when it comes to spots. When retinol is applied to affected areas, it prevents the spots from reaching their full maturity. This allows them to fade faster. One thing to note is that retinol can dry your skin out, so remember to moisturize after.

Prevention is key, so don’t scrimp on sun protection. Give these 5 tips a try to treat those stubborn spots and you’ll be bidding goodbye to this beauty woe in no time.

Perin Sidhu

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