What is Pigmentation?

Skin hyperpigmentation is a skin coloring condition responsible for darker skin than your actual skin tone. This is a common problem generated due to damaged Melanin cells.

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Reason for Pigmentation on Face

The primary cause of facial pigmentation and discolored skin is sun damage. 

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Reason for Pigmentation on Face

To counter-attack free radicals, melanin is produced in the skin but leaves dark patches behind.

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Melanin is like a Security Force for your skin; when direct sunlight damages your skin, melanin protects your skin. But by default, melanin has brown pigment responsible for dark skin color.

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Best Pigmentation Treatments

Cream for Pigmentation There are some ingredients that reduce the hyperactivity of melanin in the skin. 

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These are Safe Anti Pigmentation Ingredients: Kojic Acid, Arbutin (Bearberry Ext) Licorice Extract Azelaic Acid, Glycolic Acid Glutathione Mulberry Leaf Extract Niacinamide (vitamin B3)

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Remove Pigmentation at Home

If you want to get rid of pigmentation by home remedies or ayurvedic treatment, then follow these simple DIY methods.

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1. Onion juice

You may wonder, but Onions are rich in Vitamin C & Antioxidant. You can rub onion slices on the affected; keep it at least 10 minutes before face wash. You can do this 2 times/d.

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2. Sandalwood

It is a highly recommended remedy for pigmentation in Ayurveda. It has a calming and cooling and skin lightning effect which deals with the damage caused by excess heat.

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How to use Sandalwood for Pigmentation? Mix 2 tbs Chandan powder in 3-4 tbs rosewater and spread it on the face by using a face brush or your fingertips and leave it for 1 hr and then wash your face.

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You can take a piece of sandalwood and rub it on a rubbing stone to make a paste with water and apply it to the affected area to get rid of pigmentation.

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3. Papaya Face Pack

Papaya has exfoliating properties means it removes the dead skin cells. By doing this, papaya promotes new cell growth and reduces pigmentation naturally.

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To make a Papaya face pack, mash half-ripe papaya, add 1tbs honey, mix well to make a paste, and apply it on the affected area for 1 hr. It will provide even skin tone.

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4. Licorice-Oatmeal Face Pack

Many studies have proven that Licorice or Mulethi has a skin lightening effect on skin without harming the skin cells.

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Mix 1tbs of oats, licorice powder, and curd to make a smooth paste. Apply it on pigmented area and leave for 20 minutes for effective results. It will provide you with glowing, younger-looking skin.

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5. Lemon Juice

Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, lemon juice can deal with sun damages. Mix 1tbs of each lemon juice and honey, apply it to the hyperpigmented area, leave for 15 minutes.

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6. Tomato

Tomato contains antioxidant lycopene and Vitamin A; that's why it is used as a skin-lightening agent. Rub tomato slices on the affected area and leave it for 15 minutes.

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Facial for Pigmentation

These're some facial to remove pigmentation: Resurface Peel Glow Bomb Peel Hydrafacial & Photofacial Dermaplaning

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Pigmentation Face Wash

Look for Exfoliating Ingredients in a face wash for pigmentation: Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids, Glycolic Acid, Vitamin C (Lemon, ACV), Salicylic Acid

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Laser Treatment for Pigmentation

Photofacial is the most common laser treatment for pigmentation. It's a light-based technology used for treating pigmentation, blemishes, and acne scars.

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Serum for Pigmentation Removal

If you're facing severe pigmentation, Dark spots, Discoloration and want an even glowing skin tone, then face serums are the best option.

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You must be very choosy while selecting a face serum for pigmentation. You can visit faceserum.in for a detailed guide on anti-pigmentation face serum.

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