Home Remedies for Melanin Spots or Dark Brown Spots

If you have those ugly patches of dark skin on your face or other body parts like neck, arms, legs etc. blame it on the excessive production of melanin in your body that leads to these dark spots on your face or body parts. This excessive production of melanin can be attributed to various factors such as hormonal issues, pregnancy, certain diseases, exposure to sun’s UV rays, injury, or even emotional stress. Sometimes when your skin comes in contact with some harmful chemicals like those in cosmetic products or soaps etc. then also you may get hyperpigmentation. Medical treatment for skin pigmentation is a costly affair. Let’s have a look at some effective home remedies for skin pigmentation so that you may get rid of these dark or brown spots on your face right at home without spending a lots of money.

Potato :-

The humble potato not only makes our food tasty but can even make our skin spotless due to its skin lightening properties. Potatoes are a treasure house of nutrients. They are packed with a range of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and phytochemicals. To name a few, potatoes contain Vitamin-C, B-complex, minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and zinc. The natural enzymes, sugars and starches present in potatoes, along with its vitamin C component, effectively exfoliate your skin and slough off the dead cells from skin’s surface. The B vitamins in potatoes help skin cell renewal. As far as pigmentation is concerned, potato’s niacinamide, a niacin derivative of the Vitamin B Complex group, proves to be an excellent skin-lightening agent. If your skin pigmentation is due to photo-aging, hormones, injury or acne, you can get the most benefit out of potatoes.

Lemon/Lime :-

This tip is highly beneficial because lemon is a natural bleach and organic honey contains moisturizing properties. Together these properties make lemon a best remedy for pigmentation.

To use:

• Slice a lemon and squeeze out some juice
• Mix lemon juice with about 1 or 2 teaspoons of honey
• Apply this on your face well.
• Avoid using this remedy if you have a sensitive skin.

Lemon Juice And Turmeric Powder :-

To use:

• Mix 1 tbsp of turmeric and lemon juice well.
• Apply this on the affected areas for 15 minutes.
• Wash it off with cold water.

It is best advised to use this pack at night for desired results. Never use it immediately after exposing your skin to the sun.

Red Onion :-

This is one of the best home remedies for pigmentation, dark spots, freckles and blemishes.

To use:

• Slice up an onion
• Rub it directly on the affected areas.
• Alternatively, you may also grate the onion, squeeze out its juice and apply.
• Let it sit on your skin for about 10 minutes and wash off thoroughly.

Cucumber :-

Cucumber juice is considered very helpful in reducing skin pigmentation, fading freckles and blemishes.

To use:

• Take 1 tbsp of cucumber juice
• 1 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp lemon/lime juice
• Mix all three well together
• Apply evenly all over your face or just over the affected area for best results

Aloe Vera/ Aloe Vera + Vitamin E :-

Aloe Vera’s soothing and healing properties offer solutions for a host of skin problems. And it effectively treats pigmented skin, clears dark spots and blemishes too. Aloe Vera actually causes older skin cells to slough off, leaving clearer-looking and rejuvenated skin behind.

To use:

• Apply the gel from aloe vera leaf half hour before bed every night;
• Add one or two Vitamin E capsules like Evion to enhance its efficacy.

Tomato+ Oatmeal + Yogurt :-

Tomato is natural bleach; yogurt is also natural bleach with skin tightening properties while oatmeal offers scrubbing effects. These three, when mixed together, are considered a great remedy to get rid of pigmentation.

To use:

• Extract tomato juice
• Add 2 tsp oatmeal and 1/2 tsp yogurt to tomato juice.
• Mix all three well together
• Apply this on the problem areas and let it dry completely.
• But make sure you don’t leave it on for more than 20 minutes.
• Finally wash it off with lukewarm water.

Vinegar :-

Vinegar has excellent skin lightening and astringent properties. One of the best ways to avail its benefits is by making a vinegar rinse.

To use:

• Mix vinegar with equal amounts of water
• Use this diluted solution to rinse your face regularly.
• Don’t wash off after with plain water after using this solution.

Guava + Banana :-

The lycopene found in guava and the exfoliating properties of the banana together lead to skin lightening.

To use:

• Mash banana and guava well together
• Apply this paste on the affected areas.
• Wash off after 15-20 minutes.
• Follow this everyday for best results.

Turmeric Powder :-

Ancient Indian medicine has proved to be an amazing source of fair and smooth skin. Turmeric is an important part of ancient Indian medicine. It has wonderful properties that provide nutrients to the skin and protects it from discoloration. If skin discoloration plagues you, apply turmeric regularly to get back your normal skin. Mix it with milk or lemon juice, the choice is yours. Once dry, wash it off with warm water.

Sandal Powder :-

Sandal has cooling qualities and works as a scrub to give you a smooth skin texture. This is really important, keeping in mind the fact that it is the heat in the body that causes acne, dryness, and itching. These skin problems can further lead to discoloration. With regular use of sandalwood powder, you can soothe the skin and heal skin discoloration.

Rose Water :-

Keep a bottle of rose water at home. It is the best home remedy for all skin ailments. Apply it after taking a bath or washing your face. It keeps the skin soft and shiny. It even prevents discoloration and also removes dark spots. Rose water works at a slow pace but leaves a lasting impact on the skin, by strengthening the texture and keeping it firm

Coconut Milk :-

Fresh coconut milk extracts works wonderfully, thus one of the best home remedies for discoloration of skin. Coconut milk is very rich in proteins that is required by the skin and offers smooth skin in no time.

Regular Warm Water Bath :-

Cleanliness and personal hygiene can never be replaced. No matter how many remedies or products you use, without proper hygiene, your skin will never glow with health. Take shower twice a day and choose casual clothing, preferably cotton. Avoid silks and other hard fabrics. Avoid hot water while taking a shower, use warm water instead. Do pour a mug of cold water at the end of your bath.

Green Leafy Vegetables In Diet :-

Spinach, mint, coriander, asparagus, curry leaves, and all other green leafy vegetables carry plenty of vitamin A, which is very essential for skin. Make sure to include at least one green leafy vegetable in your diet and keep skin discoloration away.

Pomegranate Fruit In Diet :-

Include pomegranate in your diet. This ruby red fruit is full of nutrients that can work very effectively for your skin. Your skin will be naturally healthy and will surely find relief from discoloration.

Don’t let skin discoloration make you feel unattractive. You are beautiful and with these home remedies for skin pigmentation or discoloration on face or whatever skin, your skin will soon reflect the inner beauty you possess.