Dark spots on the face, chest, hands or anywhere else on the body can be very frustrating to deal with because they do not go away on their own and sometimes cannot be covered with concealer.

So, what are these spots, and why do we get them? Mostly, dark spots on the skin can be attributed to two causes: scarring and hyperpigmentation. Learn in this article how to treat it naturally?

 

How to treat dark spots naturally?

 

 

 

 

 

Exfoliating the skin with papaya

 

 

Papayas contain fruit acids known as alpha hydroxy acids, which are chemical exfoliants. Used for dry skin and anti-aging, AHAs improve skin by removing the upper layers of the skin by weakening the lipids that bind them together, thus removing dull and dead skin cells and revealing healthy skin cells. It is very effective in breaking down skin cells and also increasing collagen production due to the removal of dead particles. The papaya will specifically help in lightening the skin and giving it a youthful radiance.

To treat dark spots with papaya, simply mash a ripe papaya into a bowl and apply as a mask to cleanse the skin. When removing the mask, you can also use gentle circular motions to exfoliate the dead top layer of skin

 

Turmeric to even out skin tone

The benefits of turmeric extend to the world of skin care, and it has been shown to inhibit the skin’s production of melanin, where spots appear due to hyperpigmentation.
To fade dark spots with turmeric, make a mask by adding a little turmeric to honey. If you’d like, you can boost the lightening process with a few drops of lemon juice, as long as your skin isn’t too sensitive, and the citrus won’t come into contact with open skin, such as pimples and recent cuts.

Soothe the skin and reduce spots with almond oil

Another skin-boosting ingredient used both in the kitchen and on the skin is sweet almond oil, to treat discolored skin. However, almond oil commonly used in cooking is quite different from almond oil used on the skin, which is often fortified with additional vitamins and minerals. The presence of vitamin E and niacin helps treat hyperpigmentation and improve skin tone. Since sweet almond oil is generally seen as non-comedogenic (meaning it won’t clog pores), you can add it to your nighttime routine as a makeup remover or moisturizer meant to help protect the skin barrier.

Skin whitening with yogurt

Another natural skin lightening ingredient that you may already have in your home is yogurt, which may fade dark spots by exfoliating the skin. Like the chemical exfoliating properties of papaya, yogurt may break down dead skin cells thanks to lactic acid, which is naturally present in dairy products: Using yogurt with cow’s milk can be effective in soothing the skin, as it contains lactic acid. Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, which improves discoloration and age spots. This acid is gentler on the skin than other chemical exfoliants. Since it is derived from dairy products, it helps correct pH imbalances. It improves color and texture and reduces redness.
Yogurt can be used to cleanse the skin on its own or mixed with additional ingredients known to improve skin health – such as honey – which is antibacterial and beneficial for acne-prone skin. It does not cause skin irritation.

Reduce scars with aloe vera

For some people, the dark spots are not caused by hyperpigmentation, but rather by scarring, which can appear particularly on melanin-rich skin and make it difficult to treat. The most important thing is to treat immediately. The more supple your skin, the less likely it is for scarring, so adding moisture back into the skin with oils and lotions can reduce the appearance and prevent new spots from forming.

A tried and true ingredient that can be used to improve the health of your skin from the inside out is Aloe Vera. Aloe vera can be taken in the form of aloe vera drinks or applied to the skin as a moisturizer or skin treatment by breaking the leaves of the aloe vera plant and applying the sticky substance to the spots. Don’t have an aloe vera plant on hand? As with many cleansers or moisturizers that contain aloe vera, aloe vera gel can be applied directly to the face.