Getting Rid of
Dark Spots On Your Skin
People want smooth, clear and even complexion.
Naturally, nobody wants their skin to be synonymous
to a Dalmatian…unless they are trying to set a trend
on that, to which I very much doubt if it would
work.
The
sad truth is, even with regular cleansing, some
people still develop dark spots, also called hyper-
pigmentation by dermatologists. It is
characterized by pockets of discoloured skin that
remain even after pimples or skin bumps have
disappeared. Hyper-pigmentation can be caused by
many factors that can be external or internal.
Among internal factors, we have certain illness such
as Edison's disease and some hepatic problems. If
someone is taking too much iron, for instance, it
can cause darker areas on the skin. Hormonal changes
during pregnancy or menopause also have a role to
play. The deficit of certain vitamins and minerals
such as calcium and vitamins A, E and B also can
cause hyper-pigmentation.
The
common culprit is the increase in melanin that
occurs after skin is inflamed or irritated, or too
much exposure to the sun. People with darker skin
tones such as South Asians and Latinos are more
likely to face this kind of problem.
While persistent dark spots can be remedied at home,
health experts advise people to FIRST check with a
dermatologist to make sure that the spot is harmless
and can be left alone in place. After that, there
are simple ways to effectively eliminate dark spots
in your skin. For some, simply applying creams and
sun block might work. For others, they might
require skin peelings. No matter what, it is best
to consult with your dermatologists.
Here are simple tips on how to get rid of those
persistent dark spots:
1.
Use sunscreen daily with SPF 15 or higher.
It is always wise to block the sun that darkens our
skin. This will also minimize our risk of acquiring
skin cancers.
2.
Do not pick your pimples or zits since it
will result to scarring.
3.
Pick up a product that contains mild hydroquinone
since it is the main ingredient in most skin
bleaches. If you cannot tolerate hydroquinone, try
skin brighteners. Hydroquinone is usually used with
glycolic acid and tretinoin.
Always remember that skin bleaching is not instant.
It may take you three months to a year to fade the
darkened skin depending on the type of your skin
tone. Moreover, try not to abuse skin. If you have
persistent skin problems like acne that leave scars,
treat them immediately and stop the cycle.
Remember, prevention is always better than cure.
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