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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.
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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