On the skin of our face, spots of different colors and sizes may appear. The causes can be very numerous and are linked to age and lifestyle. Some natural remedies can be useful to try to reduce the spots on the face.
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On the skin of ours face some spots of different color and size. The causes they can be very numerous and are linked to age and lifestyle.
Some natural remedies may be useful for trying to mitigate the spots on the face.
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Causes of spots on the face
Among the major ones causes of spots on the face we find theaging, the appearance of acne and acne scars, couprose and breakage of capillaries, damage to the skin due to sun exposure, as well as a lack or abundance of melanin in some parts of the skin of the face.
The spots on the face caused by advancing age andsun exposure very often they appear after the age of 50 but in some cases they can appear early. This is why it is also important to protect your face while you are exposed to the sun.
More causes of the appearance of spots on the face may relate to insect bites, infections, hormonal changes during pregnancy or menopause, taking certain drugs, including the birth control pill. Spots on the face can also be caused by the use of harsh cleansers or cosmetics that can cause irritation and allergies.
Usually the spots on the face they are not dangerous but can cause discomfort. Here then is that it is possible to intervene with corrective makeup and with some natural remedies to try to mitigate them. If the spots on the face worry you, the advice is in any case to contact a dermatologist and your trusted doctor.
Beware of products on sale to lighten skin blemishes. They may be too aggressive. Just these days one lightening cream against skin blemishes it was withdrawn from sale because it was dangerous to health.
Natural remedies for blemishes on the face
Corrective makeup
If you are looking for advice on corrective makeup to hide blemishes on the face, try to turn to cosmetic products and organic or mineral-based concealers (mineral make-up). To make the spots on the face less visible with corrective makeup choose green corrector for reddish or purplish spots, yellow corrector for skin aging spots e orange concealer for spots tending to blue. Here more info.
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2) Nutrition rich in vitamins
Vitamins are very important to protect the skin from the action of free radicals and from weakening. There Vitamin E helps prevent blemishes on the face. You can find it in almonds, sunflower seeds, peanuts and broccoli. It is a natural antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals. There Vitamin A, like beta-carotene, is present in carrots, potatoes, parsley, cabbage and spinach.
Lemon juice
Lemon juice is one of the grandmother's remedies best known for lightening skin blemishes. Try applying on the face a few drops of lemon juice on the areas to be treated with a cotton swab. You can also dilute the lemon juice with a little water if you have sensitive skin. Apply lemon juice in the evening before going to sleep and continue consistently for 30 days.
4) Castor oil
L'castor oil can be used for reduce dark spots on the face and age spots. You can combine castor oil with sweet almond oil, coconut oil or oil enriched with vitamin E. Apply castor oil to the affected area. Gently massage for a few minutes. Leave it on for a couple of hours and then rinse. Better to apply the compress in the evening, leave it on overnight and rinse in the morning.
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Apple cider vinegar
THEapple vinegar is another remedy considered useful for reduce blemishes on the face. You will need to dilute the apple cider vinegar with an equal amount of water. To make it easier to apply, you can combine it with a small amount of honey or malt. Apply this solution on critical points and rinse after a few minutes. Continue like this once a day for until you get positive results.
Also read: Apple cider vinegar: 10 health benefits
Aloe vera
THEAloe vera it is terrific for helping the skin to regenerate. You can check the effectiveness of the Aloe Vera gel especially for the treatment of spots caused by acne and reddish spots due to allergies or skin irritations. Apply the Aloe Vera gel on face blemishes and leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing. Repeat the operation twice a day for prolonged times, even for a month.
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Sandalwood powder
Another natural remedy considered effective per reduce blemishes on the face suggests using del sandalwood powder. It involves preparing a compress with 2 teaspoons of sandalwood powder (you can find it in herbal medicine), 2 teaspoons of rose water, 1 teaspoon of glycerin and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply the compress to the face covering the spots, let it dry and then rinse with warm water.
8) Baking soda
You can try making a compress with water and sodium bicarbonate per reduce blemishes on the face. Simply mix a tablespoon of baking soda and one or two teaspoons of warm water to obtain a compound that is easily applied to the skin. Leave on for 15-20 minutes as in the case of a face mask and then rinse with warm water.
oat flour
Prepare a pack to reduce blemishes on the face with 1 teaspoon of oat flour, 1 teaspoon of plain white yogurt and a few drops of lemon juice. Mix the ingredients. Apply on face blemishes e let it act for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
Lettuce
If the spots on your face are due to couperose, you can try making one lettuce mask. You will need basil, lettuce, cucumbers and a small amount of flour. This remedy has decongestant properties and relieves redness. THU the complete recipe.
Marta Albè
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