Spots on the skin may develop due to increased exposure of the skin to the sun, injuries, insect bites, pimples and acne, side effects of certain medications and hormonal fluctuations. Age spots or liver spots also most frequently appear on the skin. These are brown in color and are more enlarged than freckles. These spots may develop due to continuous and prolonged periods of exposure to the sun. They generally start appearing on the face, hands and other parts of the body that are exposed to the sun rays. Individuals with fair skin are more prone to spots on the skin.
To prevent spots from developing on the skin, it is imperative that you avoid too much exposure to the sun. Protect the skin by wearing a scarf or a hat or carrying an umbrella to shield the face and body. Apply an adequate amount of sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 25. Remember to wait for about half an hour after applying the sunscreen, as it needs this much time to take effect. A very effective way to minimize dark spots is to massage the skin with vitamin E oil before sleeping at night. Lemon juice is an excellent natural bleach and fresh lime juice applied to the affected areas of the skin will help greatly in lightening the spots. Apply this to the skin overnight and rinse off in the morning. Gel of aloe vera is also beneficial in treating dark spots. Apply it before going to bed and wash it off in the morning, as it needs to remain on the skin for at least eight hours daily.
You may also add a teaspoon of onion juice to a couple of teaspoons of vinegar and apply it to the spots by rubbing it in gently. Apple cider vinegar and orange juice may also be used for reducing dark spots. The insides of the watermelon skin are a very effective natural remedy for treating skin blemishes. Gently rub it over the skin and then rinse it off with cool water. Pieces of horseradish soaked in milk also work well to lighten black spots on the skin. Castor oil has been known to be effective in treating age spots. You may dab a bit of oil on the spots and rub gently twice a day. This should bring positive results in a month’s time. Honey is very effective in improving the skin and may be added to yogurt or cream and applied on the face daily. There is lactic acid present in the yogurt which helps to lighten the spots, while the honey provides a moisturizing effect.
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