Sunspots on the face and skin: creams and remedies to eliminate them
On the skin, especially on the face, especially in summer, sunspots can easily occur, mainly due to sun exposure and photosensitization, which have hormonal variations and inflammatory states among the main causes. With exposure to the sun, in fact, and in the presence of certain conditions, it is not so rare that discolorations arise at the level of the epidermis, which can last only a few days or a long time, reappearing every time one is exposed to the sun. These spots can be of different types, dark or white , and need specific remedies so that they can be completely eliminated, preventing them from recurring.
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Dark spots on the face: the main causes
Dark spots are the most common, and appear, again due to sun exposure, due to the following factors: hormonal changes, inflammatory states and the use of drugs or photosensitizing supplements.
- Hormonal variations: women who are pregnant, in menopause or those who take the pill are among the subjects most at risk; being hormonal fluctuations in progress, it is more likely that with exposure to the sun discolorations form, especially on the face, forehead, chin, cheekbones and in the area of the mustache. Polycystic ovary can also cause dark spots with the "exposure to the sun.
- Inflammatory states: when there are irritation from waxing, scars due to acne and folliculitis, or other discomfort at the level of the epidermis, it may be that exposure to the sun causes the formation of spots.
- Supplements or photosensitizing drugs: anti-inflammatories, antibiotics or just some types of supplements can create problems with sun exposure. It is therefore good to make sure that the drugs you are taking are not photosensitizers.
The white sunspots
White spots are linked more to constitutional factors, and therefore are more difficult to stem, they do not usually appear on the face, but more often involve other parts of the body, such as the neck, shoulders, arms and back. One of the main causes of the onset of white patches on the skin - in addition to the classic drop in melatonin - is the sea fungus, caused by excessive sweating, heat, humidity or lowering of the immune defenses, which with sun exposure can increase its effects.
Sun spots on face and skin: the most effective remedies to eliminate them
Often, when sun spots appear on the skin, it may happen that they cannot be completely eliminated: they generally disappear after some time, also thanks to the use of specific creams, but then they can reappear during subsequent exposure to the sun.
In addition to avoiding sun exposure in the aforementioned cases or exposing yourself with a very high UV protection factor, one of the most effective methods to prevent or eliminate sunspots concerns the use of lightening creams or specific lotions, prescribed by an expert. In fact, it is essential to consult a dermatologist who will be able to indicate the best solution based on your specific case. In addition to these lighter remedies, there are also more important dermatological treatments that it would be good to avoid in the summer, and of course always and only on the advice of an expert: from cryotherapy to depigmentation peeling, up to laser and pulsed light with the purpose to block the production of melanin.
Natural remedies for sunspots
In addition to specific dermatological creams and treatments, there are also effective natural remedies to eliminate sun spots and prevent them from reappearing. Here are some solutions that may be right for you: the important thing is that they are left to act on the affected part of the skin for at least 15 minutes. They are not invasive and do not stress the epidermis, also avoiding the risk of intolerances or disorders. .
- Lemon juice, if applied to the affected area and left to act for a few minutes, has anti-inflammatory power. To make it even more delicate, its action can be combined with that of rose water.
- Sodium bicarbonate and corn starch; with the latter you can make a compress with warm water and lemon juice.
- Essential oils, especially celery and carrot oils.
- Rose water or rosehip oil.
- Aloe vera gel
In addition to lotions to be used topically, you can also choose herbal teas which however guarantee a less effective and immediate action.
Sunspots: how to prevent them?
It would be a good idea, especially where you have had spots on the skin and face, to avoid exposure to the sun during the hottest hours of the day, or to cover the areas affected by the spots with a plaster. UV, avoiding the hottest hours, is already a good antidote to the onset of sunspots, but make sure you are not part of one of the groups described above, which see hormonal changes in progress, inflammatory states at the level of the "epidermis or" intake. of drugs and photosensitizing supplements. In these cases, you should completely avoid sun exposure or consult a dermatologist to find out what steps to take to avoid sunspots.
What to eat to prepare the skin for the sun and avoid the onset of spots
Nutrition also plays a fundamental role in preparing adequately for sun exposure and avoiding the onset of spots. In particular, it would be good to eat fruit and vegetables, in particular fruits with yellow pulp, including peaches, apricots, melon, carrots and citrus fruits, as they act by protecting the skin from the harmful effects caused by the sun's rays. Eating well not only helps protect you from the sun but also allows you to tan better and keep your tan longer. You can also reinforce the positive action of foods with the support of beta-carotene-based supplements in tablets, to be taken on expert advice.
