Causes Of Dark Spot On The Face And How To Remove Them

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Dark Spot is a common feature in the skin that occurs due to acne scars, injuries, etc. Most times, this happens when pimples heals and the body produces certain cells to replace the damaged skin. If this cells contain a high amount of Melanin which is responsible for pigmentation in the body, it causes Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation which is popularly called dark spot.

Though this dark spot on the face tends to resolve on it’s own, it usually involves a long process that is slow and runs into months before clearing completely.

It is pertinent to note that anything that causes inflammation on the skin like picking, squeezing, etc most times results in dark patches or spots on the affected area.

CAUSES OF DARK SPOT ON THE FACE

The following are some of the causes of dark spot on the face;

– Acne

– Ageing

– Facial hair removal

– Melasma

– Injuries

– Medications

– Hyperpigmentation due to excessive sun exposure, etc.

TREATMENT

The following are the ways in which dark spots can be treated;

– Micro dermabrasion

– Laser treatment

– Chemical exfoliation

– Use of skin care products containing the following;

* Vitamin C

* Azelaic acid

* Promegranate extract

* Beta carotene

* Licorice extract

* Vitamin E

* Retinoids (Vitamin A), etc.

HOME REMEDIES TO TREAT DARK SPOTS ON THE FACE

For the treatment of dark spots, the following home remedies could be used;

– LEMON JUICE

Lemon juice contains Vitamin C which lightens the skin and gives it an even tone. It is responsible for depigmentation that reduces melanin formation.

– ALOE VERA

Experts say the consistent use of aloe vera stabilizes the melanin level in the cells. This makes it effective in healing dark spot.

– GRAPE SEED EXTRACT

The extract from grape seed has a high healing effect on acne scars and dark spots.

– SUN PROTECTION

Using a super screen protection will prevent the skin from damage.

Though dark spot on the face is a cause of concern for some people, you should be careful in using the treatment options as some of them can thin the layers of the skin, thereby exposing it to more damages.