6 Best home remedies to get rid of hyperpigmentation

Overview

Hyperpigmentation is a condition which causes changes to the color of the skin. Hyperpigmentation is a common condition that affects many people. It causes some areas of the face, neck, hands to become darker than the surrounding areas or the entire body.

Hyperpigmentation is harmless but the desire to get rid of it is high and strong. Not everyone can gets hyperpigmentation but for people who do, it is really frustrating to deal with. Hyperpigmentation doesn't go away on it own but can sometimes be covered with concealer. But other times not so much.

Causes of hyperpigmentation

Some factors that causes hyperpigmentation are:-

-Excess melanin production is the main cause of hyperpigmentation.

-Hormonal changes especially during pregnancy or menopause.

-Skin blemishes, acne marks and skin scars causes hyperpigmentation.

-UVA and UVB exposure lead to increase in melanin production.

Hyperpigmentation treatment at home

There are a lot of ways you can treat hyperpigmentation at home without spending a lot of money. This treatments in this post are ingredients already in your kitchen. Some of the best six are below.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has acetic acid which lighten dark spots and clear hypigmentation in no time at all. ACV is an excellent astringent which does wonders in toning down the brown patches caused by hyperpigmentation. If you're yearning for that clear and youthful skin, ACV is the best option.

What you will need

-Apple cider vinegar

-Water

How to use

-Mix half cup of apple cider vinegar with half cup of water.

-Dip a cotton pad in the mixture and clean the affected area.

-Leave it on 3-4 minutes then wash it off with lukewarm water.

-Do it twice daily for a month to see effective results.

Tomato

Tomato is a rich source of lycopene which protect the skin against short-term and long-term sun damage. It is one of the best home remedy when it comes to skin lightening and it has no side effects.

What you will need

-Tomato

-Milk

How to use

-Take a tablespoon of tomato paste into a bowl and add a teaspoon of milk.

-Mix it all together very well.

-Apple the mask to affected area and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

-Wash it off with lukewarm water.

-Repeat this daily until you see desired results.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a very popular home remedy known for its healing properties. It contains a natural depigmentation compound that lighten skin and is safe for hyperpigmentation treatment. It removes dead skin cells replacing them with new skin cells and rejuvenate the skin.

What you will need

-Aloe vera

-Honey

How to use

-Mix 2-3 tablespoons of aloe vera with one tablespoon of honey together thoroughly in a bowl.

-Apply to the affected area and leave it on overnight.

-Wash it off with lukewarm water in the morning.

-Use this mask daily for best results.

Milk

Milk, sour milk or buttermilk lighten skin effectively fast and quick. The lactic acid present in milk is the main ingredient responsible for skin lightening.

What you will need

-Milk

-Cotton pad

How to use

-Dip a cotton pad in the milk and apply over the affected area.

-Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.

-Repeat this twice daily to see desired results.

Masoor dal (red lentils)

Red lentils are used to make masoor dal face masks which is very effective for skin lightening. If you're looking to get rid of your hyperpigmentation and get that sparkling clear skin free from blemishes, scars and marks, look no further. Red lentils are a rich source of antioxidants which are very good for the skin.

What you will need

-Red lentils

-Water

How to use

-Soak 50 grams of red lentils in a bowl filled with water overnight.

-Grind the soaked red lentils in a blender or food processor to create a fine paste.

-Apply the paste to the affected area on your skin.

-Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

-Rinse with cold water and pat dry with a towel.

Raw potato

Raw potato is another effective home remedy that can used to treat hyperpigmentation. Potato is a rich source of catecholamine which lightens dark spot and get rid of hyperpigmentation.

What you will need

-Potato

-Lemon juice

How to use

-Grate one medium size potato into a fine paste and add 2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice to the paste.

-Mix together thoroughly and apply to the affected area at night.

-Leave it on for 30 minutes and wash it off with water.

-Apply daily for quick results.

Try one of this treatment and tell us in the comment section how it goes for you. Remember to share this blog with your friends who needs this.

Tips: Remember to apply lemon juice to the skin at least eight hours before going into the sun or else it'll make the pigmentation worse.