Black spots, or hyperpigmentation, are a general skin problem affecting thousands of individuals worldwide. There are innumerable conditions that can cause black spots to develop. The most common include exposure to sunlight and the natural aging process. Black spots commonly appear in middle age and are medically harmless. However, these spots occur more frequently on the face and can make you feel self-conscious about your face. Luckily, there are many remedies you can employ to get rid of black spots.
Step 1
Use a high quality over-the-counter bleaching cream that contains hydroquinone to lighten and fade away black spots. Bleaching creams, if used as directed, can lighten your black spots over time and permanently eliminate them in about three to four months. There are innumerable bleaching creams available at your local drugstore. Consult the pharmacist and ask which bleaching cream is best for your skin type.
Step 2
Apply fresh lemon or lime juice to the black spots. Slice a fresh lemon or lime in half and gently massage it directly on the affected areas. Leave the juice on your skin for about 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry with a clean towel or tissue. Avoid using concentrated juices that come in little plastic lime-shaped bottles. These concentrated juices are high in chemicals, preservatives and sugar, which can cause skin reddening.
Step 3
Use aloe vera gel to eliminate black spots. The aloe vera plant contains potent properties that can lighten black spots over time. Massage a generous amount of aloe vera gel into the black spots in a circular motion for 5-10 minutes and leave on overnight. It takes about three to four months before you see the effects.
Step 4
Use sunblock lotion when employing the above remedies to prevent skin darkening. Make sure to purchase sunblock win a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher and apply it 30 minutes before going outdoors.
Things You'll Need
- Bleaching cream
- Lemons
- Aloe vera gel
- Sunblock lotion
References
- "Clinical Dermatology"; Thomas P. Habif, MD; 2003
- "The Book of Herbal Wisdom: Using Plants as Medicines"; Matthew Wood; 1997
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