10 Recipes To Remove Age Spots On The Face

2024 Author: Josephine Shorter | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-07 17:49

How to remove age spots on the face?

Many people have pigmented spots on the face, but this problem is especially acute for women. Such a cosmetic defect not only spoils the appearance, but also brings psychological discomfort. It is not surprising that most women think about how to remove age spots on their face, but for this process to be as effective as possible, you must first find out the cause of their appearance.

Content:

• Causes of the appearance of age spots on the face
• Cosmetic procedures to remove pigmentation
• 10 recipes to get rid of age spots on the face at home
• Preventive measures

Causes of the appearance of age spots on the face

• The reasons for the appearance of age spots on the face are diverse, among them:
• The period of gestation. The appearance of spots in this case is caused by hormonal disruption. After childbirth, they often go away on their own, but in some cases they persist for a long time;
• Lack of intake of folic acid. As a result, violations occur in the functioning of the human circulatory and immune systems;
• The negative effect of ultraviolet rays on the skin. It is especially dangerous to be in the sun during its maximum activity, which is observed in the summer and spring months;
• Some components of cosmetics, perfume, personal hygiene items, especially if the cosmetics are of poor quality, can lead to increased skin pigmentation;
• Taking certain medications. Antibacterial agents and hormones are especially dangerous in this regard;
• Excessive sun exposure, sunburn craze;
• Age. The older a person gets, the more age spots appear. Moreover, they occur on open areas of the body (on the face, on the hands, in the neckline). Such spots are often referred to as senile ripples.

Cosmetic procedures to remove pigmentation

Having decided on the cause of the appearance of age spots on the face, you can draw up an individual plan to deal with them. In some cases, it will be enough to use whitening creams, compresses, decoctions, and sometimes more radical measures are required. This can be chemical peels, dermabrasion and other salon procedures.

Phototherapy

Phototherapy is a modern method for removing age spots. The effect can be felt after the first procedure. During the session, the spot is affected by means of photo flashes. As a result, melanin is destroyed, pigmentation becomes less noticeable or completely disappears.

Benefits of the phototherapy method for getting rid of pigmentation:

• Atraumatic procedure. The skin remains intact, which reduces the risk of infection to zero. After a phototherapy session, no scars and scars remain;
• No pain. You may experience a slight tingling sensation on the skin of the face during the session;
• Accelerated recovery period;
• Pronounced effect.

Like any other procedure, phototherapy has a number of contraindications, including:

• Skin hypersensitivity;
• Herpetic eruptions in the treatment area;
• Skin inflammation;
• Diabetes;
• Blood clotting disorders;
• Scars on the skin.

Chemical peeling

Chemical peeling involves applying special substances to the skin that actively exfoliate old cells and thereby whiten age spots.

There are several types of peeling:

• Surface. In this case, the upper layers of the skin are exposed. The procedure can be carried out 4 to 10 times a year. It is important that the interval between cleansing sessions is at least 10 days;
• Medium peeling, aimed at cleansing the deeper layers of the epidermis. This peel can be done once every 30 days;
• Deep peeling, affects the deep layers of the epidermis. This type of peeling can be performed no more than once every 6 months.

Features of the procedure and its consequences:

• During the cleansing session, a burning sensation is possible. It can last up to 24 hours;
• Flushing of the skin is a natural skin reaction. Redness can persist for up to 24 hours. If deep peeling has been carried out, then hyperemia may remain for another 14 days;
• Blistering or scarring is possible. This happens with deep cleansing, or with insufficient qualifications of the master, who did not follow the technique of the procedure.

Removal with a laser

Laser removal of age spots is the most gentle and safe of all modern salon techniques. The cosmetologist has the ability to act only on a limited area of the skin, independently choosing the place of treatment. Healthy skin does not suffer. The skin on the treated area begins to peel off, and after two weeks the stain disappears.

Benefits of laser therapy:

• High efficiency of the procedure;
• No pain;
• Safety;
• To remove pigmentation, 1-2 sessions are enough.

Women should refuse laser whitening while carrying a baby.

You can not carry out the procedure during lactation, as well as in the following conditions of the body:

• Cancer diseases;
• Fresh tan in the treatment area;
• The presence of inflammation on the skin.

Cosmetics

The choice of cosmetics for removing age spots is very wide. These are various creams, serums, masks, peels, lotions. They are designed for different skin types, whitening and exfoliating.

Among the most popular means are:

• Achromin is a whitening cream that protects the skin from the negative effects of sunlight. This allows not only to get rid of pigmentation, but also to prevent the reappearance of spots;
• Clotrimazole is an ointment that is aimed at eliminating a wide variety of skin problems, including the elimination of pigmentation;
• Badiaga - this cream contains silica, which has a pronounced exfoliating effect, which means it allows you to whiten the skin;
• Vichy cream - allows you to effectively and quickly get rid of age spots, even the darkest ones. It is recommended to use it for freckles and senile ripples;
• Cosmetic white clay has a whitening effect. To enhance it, you can add lemon juice to the product.

How to get rid of age spots on the face at home?

We bring to your attention several natural remedies for the treatment of age spots on the face and body. Some recipes may sound unusual and not very credible, but their effectiveness has been confirmed by the results of international scientific research.

If you are already tired of looking for an answer to the question of how to get rid of age spots on your face at home, take these methods into service. They are safe, low cost and easy to do at home.

Apple vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which has been shown in tests ^[1] to reduce or even neutralize hyperpigmentation on the skin.

To use this tool:

• Mix apple cider vinegar and water in a small bowl
• Apply the solution to dark spots with a cotton swab and leave for two to three minutes;
• wash your face or other treated area of the body with warm water;
• repeat the procedure twice a day until you achieve the desired results.

Aloe vera

Aloe Vera contains aloin, a natural substance with mild depigmenting properties. The effectiveness of aloe vera treatment of age spots was proven in a scientific study conducted in 2012 ^[2]. To quickly get rid of annoying imperfections, it is better to take not raw leaves of a houseplant, but concentrated aloe vera gel, which can be purchased at the pharmacy.

It's very simple to use:

• apply the composition to the pigmented areas before going to bed and go to rest;
• in the morning, wash off the gel with warm water, the skin will become soft and smooth;
• repeat daily until all hyperpigmentation has disappeared.

Red onion

Red onion extract is a popular ingredient in cosmetic and healing creams for lightening skin and removing scars. An international study has shown ^[3] that dried red onion husks can quickly get rid of age spots on the face and body.

To avoid looking for anti-hyperpigmentation creams and masks containing red onion extract, make your own whitening product:

• grate a red sweet onion on a fine grater;
• squeeze the juice through cheesecloth;
• apply it to the problem area with a cotton swab;
• hold for 15 minutes and wash off with water;
• do this simple procedure every day until the age spots disappear.

You can also make a decoction of red onion husks:

• pour a glass of husk with the same volume of water, boil and boil for 10 minutes;
• leave to infuse under a closed lid for 2 hours;
• strain the broth and pour into a jar, store in the refrigerator;
• apply the product to age spots daily until they turn pale.

Green tea extract

One of the recent studies of the beneficial properties of green tea ^[4] shows that its extract has a pronounced whitening effect. You can try to purchase a ready-made extract from a pharmacy or online store, but there is an easier way. Use regular tea bags, but keep in mind that the product must be of excellent quality and absolutely pure, without any aromatic additives.

If you want to try green tea to remove age spots, follow these steps:

• boil the bag with boiling water for three to five minutes;
• take it out of the cup and put it on a saucer so that it cools down and does not burn your skin;
• apply the sachet to the pigmented area and keep for 15-20 minutes;
• repeat these applications twice a day until you are happy with the result.

Infusion of black tea

A 2011 animal study ^[5] showed that a strong infusion of regular black tea lightens dark spots on the body of guinea pigs. Scientists have used this remedy twice a day for four weeks, and the results have been impressive.

Try to get rid of age spots with this product, because every home has it:

• brew a tablespoon of good black leaf tea in a cup of boiling water;
• leave the tea for two hours, then strain to remove the tea leaves;
• dip a cotton swab into the infusion and apply to the stain for 10-15 minutes;
• carry out this procedure every day until the desired effect is obtained.

Licorice extract

Licorice extract contains biologically active substances, which, as shown by research ^[6], effectively remove melasma and any hyperpigmentation caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Many sunscreens and medicated sunburn ointments contain licorice extract. Try using them to remove age spots from your face or body.

You can also buy dried licorice at your local drugstore, a popular cough suppressant. Brew the medicinal herb as directed on the package and use it for daily lotions - this will surely lighten hyperpigmentation.

Milk

Both milk itself and fermented milk products (kefir, sour cream, fermented baked milk, yogurt) effectively brighten the skin. This has been proven by scientific research ^[7]. Lactic acid, which is found in the highest concentration in whole milk, leads to a positive result.

It is very easy to use this method of treating age spots at home:

• Dip a cotton swab in warm milk;
• Rub milk into problem areas of the skin twice a day until you get the desired effect.

Tomato paste

The results of a scientific study ^[8], published in the British Journal of Dermatology in 2011, show that tomato paste, rich in lycopene, protects the skin from both short-term and regular sun damage.

The control group consumed 55 grams of tomato paste with olive oil daily for 12 weeks. If you suffer from skin hyperpigmentation precisely because of the excess of ultraviolet light, be sure to eat fresh tomatoes and use tomato paste more often when preparing meals.

Orchid extract

Orchid extract is comparable in effectiveness to vitamin C when it comes to removing age spots on the face or body. This is confirmed by the results of scientific research ^[9].

It is not at all necessary to try to find a pure orchid extract - this substance is included in many ready-made cosmetics for treating age spots on the face. If you come across a cream or mask with this component, try this product first.

Red lentils

Natural whitening face masks based on red lentils are very popular, especially in the East. There is no scientific evidence for the effectiveness of these funds, but it is known that lentils are rich in antioxidants, and they are very beneficial for the skin.

It is simple to make a mask for age spots at home:

• Soak 50 g of washed red lentils in cold water overnight;
• In the morning, grind the product with a food processor or blender until a smooth paste;
• Apply the resulting composition to the pigmented area and leave for 20 minutes;
• Rinse off the paste with cool water and pat your skin dry with a clean towel;
• Do lentil masks 2-3 times a week until the result is achieved.

We hope these recommendations will help you get rid of age spots on your face or body as soon as possible. Take care of yourself and be healthy!

Preventive measures

In order to protect the skin from the appearance of age spots on it, you should adhere to the following recommendations:

• Apply to the skin products with UV filters that protect it from the harmful effects of sunlight;
• Enrich your diet with healthy foods containing vitamins and minerals necessary for skin health;
• Observe the drinking regime;
• To refuse from bad habits.

The author of the article: Kuzmina Vera Valerievna | Endocrinologist, nutritionist

Education: Diploma of the Russian State Medical University named after NI Pirogov with a degree in General Medicine (2004). Residency at Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, diploma in Endocrinology (2006).