Do you desire a clearer, brighter, more even toned complexion? Join the club. As a former cosmetic chemist, turned trichologist, I, too, have been plagued by acne eruptions, dark spots, frown lines, puffy bags, and pimples that are out of this world at this most inconvenient times. I often used the most expensive spa treatments on clients, often provided through samples and catalogs. However, many of these treatments, although made with good intentions, were just not delivering results for my clients, or even myself during my personal applications. To add insult to injury, many of these products were overloaded with chemicals. Now, I personally did not have a problem with the chemicals until one my customers explained her unequivocal aversion to them. Armed with new information from her, I went on a quest to mix up some personal herbal remedies and also seek some natural solutions that I could use on during facials, thermal facial massages, and the such.
It really isn't hard to achieve more beautiful skin. The key, however, is to first recognize your skin type, your skin issues, and to love your skin! Your skin will never be perfect, but problems can be perfected. Plus, unless you walk around with a personal airbrush, as many of the stars do, blemishes and blotchiness, is just a fact of life. The wind, sun, rain, alcohol, and too much or too little sleep can change your skin from day to day. But, if you nourish your skin, especially with herbs, juices, fruits, oils, and butters, you can experience some amazing results.
Tip #1: Recognize your skin type
Okay, everyone has reviewed and toiled over this information. Do I have combination skin? Do I have dry skin? Is my skin sensitive? Is my skin oily or normal? The answer is yes. Your skin is most likely all of these from time to time; and sometimes, the environment or the application of makeup or other products can make your skin more or less of any of these. Your best bet to strike a balance with your skin and its skin type is to do the following:
- Find a cleanser that is NOT overdrying, but rather, balances your sebum production in the skin and also moisturizing. Cleansers are there to purify, not make your skin feel like the desert. Sometimes, people feel that the lack of oil on the face means your face is clean. But, oh contraire, my fair. In many cultures, oils are used to clarify and cleanse. Oil does not equal grease and despite all the hype about "oil-free" makeup and "oil-free" cleansers, many oils have tannins and natural astringent qualities. This means they are cleansing. Plus, from the Brazilians to the Mayans to West Africans, oils are a very important part of maintaining healthy, brilliant, clear skin. So, do your own research. Try naturally cleansing herbal formulas that contain astringent oils from fruits like grapeseed, orange, and even banana. Also, try products that have fruit juices, like lemon, apple, aloe vera, or lime. I personally love Beauty 4 Ashes' Naturally Clear Acne Facial Cleanser and Facial Radiance System. The cleanse is a smooth and creamy and clarifies and exfoliates without extra abrasiveness without using chemicals. I love the naturallness of it and it smells great. The system uses an organic sugar facial exfoliator, which naturally contains astrigent and skin energizing properties, to smooth and purify the skin. Absolutely brilliant. It can be found in the UK at mybeauty4ashes.com or discoverb4a.com for the States. You may also try Shiseido radiance cream. Pairing the completeness of the Beauty 4 Ashes Facial Radiance System with the Shiseido Radiance Cream, the skin has a beautiful luminance and during the actual cleansing process, it is only fed all natural ingredients.
Make sure you tone and refine your skin after cleansing, this will help further clarify and refine pores. If you have large pores like I do (thanks mom), you definitely need a toner or facial balancer. Avoid facial balancers that contain alcohol. Alcohol is very drying. It disrupts the skin's normal pH. A great toner is pure Aloe Vera Juice, which also has great healing properties. This will also help regulate your skin type, no matter the weather.
Don't forget to moisturize, no matter what! Even if your skin is oily, you need to moisturize it. One, it will fight future wrinkles. You will be grateful for this as you age. I like B4A Natural Kojic Even Tone and Brightening Cream. I apply this daily myself before bedtime and my skin is also luminous the next morning. I give samples to my clients and it has done wonders for fighting future breakouts for them and also brightening dark circles and dark spots from blemishes on the face. It is pretty power packed, and best of all, it is all natural! A little dab does the trick and I am able to take credit for a great natural product without even mixing up the concoction myself. What bliss!
Tip #2: Recognize your skin issues
Target your skin issues. Sometimes, clients may a wham bam thank you ma'am approach to their skin care. They hear all the marketing babble and want do get rid of wrinkles, age spots, acne, dark spots, and have a dewy, fresh face over night. While some products multitask, you also must multitask and have patience.
Focus on clarity, tone, and texture of the skin first. These are skin issues that have developed and drastically effect the surface of the skin. Often, if you tackle these, your skin's health will increase and your will have a brighter, softer, or dewy complexion. Find a product that focuses on reducing blemishes, have skin smoothing and even tone properties, and also have anti-inflammatory properties. If you want chemicals, I prefer Bliss. If you want all natural, I recommend Beauty 4 Ashes.
Next, tackle issues that affect the skin below the surface, such as collagen production and pH stabilization. These things to tackle issues such as wrinkles, scars, and skin congestion. Believe or not, the best way to do this is to feed your skin what it needs. While acne has not been proven to be caused by what you eat, eating right can definitely make your skin appear more healthy. Eating foods rich in Omega Fatty Acids, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K is very skin friendly. I also recommend client to begin supplementing their dietary supplements of Green Tea, B Complex, Sea Kelp, and Evening Primrose. The skin really shows the difference.
Tip #3: Love Your Skin
You may suffer from horrible acne now; or you may have crow's feet that are never ending, but times changes and life continues to go forward. Do not live your life in a bubble missing moments of life and days of enjoyment because of your skin. You are more than a face. No matter how clichA it may sound, some of the ugliest people with the worse skin have become idolized in society because they have created an image of beauty and glamour that is only fictional, either through makeup and airbrushing or simply by exuding confidence.
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How to get rid of Dark Spots on face?
I am a White Male and have black spots on my face that i had since i was younger. Now i tried to use chemical peal twice to get rid of them. But they just keep coming back. I want them removed fast. What can i use to get rid of them they are pretty Dark i would also maybe like to know what its called?
Well I don’t know what those black spots are so I cannot give you an accurate diagnosis. I am not a doctor neither so what I say may not really be worth much anyways.
But if your black spots are moles. They can be removed by laser or excision (cutting it off with knife). Only a dermatologist should do these procedures. You ought to have them tested for melanoma (cancer) with your dermatologist. If you’d had them since you were young, most likely not much to worry about. I’d had 10 black spots on my face since I was young. None of them cancerous. They’d keep coming back if some of the mole cells are still alive. So you’d have to use laser to kill all of them. Though many would advise against laser too far deep. At least they be smaller.
If it is just hyperpigmentation (discoloration like a freckle), you can use bleaching cream like hydroquinone to make them lighter. At the end of the day, you’re going to have to see a doctor. A couple of hundred dollars to know the right course of action is better than trying out a bunch of junk products that don’t help.
How can i get rid of dark spots on my face?
I am african american and i have a few pimples on my face but i mostly have dark spots all over ny forehead! How can i get rid of them Help please!
OMG! I cannot believe someone suggested Bleach!!!!
Please do not use harmful products. I know you can bleach hair but skin is different. Avoid expensive products with ridiculous claims.
Seriously, get a lemon and cut it in half and rub the juice all over your face every day(after thoroughly cleansing and exfoliating) and leave it on every night – till the pimples and black spots fade away… Please try this, you have got nothing to lose.
good luck
How do I get rid of dark spots on your face from tanning in a tanning bed?
I tan a few times a week in a tanning bed and my face was dry and peeled a little the last couple of times I tanned, now my face is discolored. i have a few spots on each of my cheeks where the skin is darker. I tried an exfoliating scrub to get rid of the dead skin but the dark spots are still there. What can I use?
There really isnt a way to get rid of the spots if you have tried exfoliating and that hasn’t worked. Until then use bronzer. To make sure this doesnt happen again, make sure you are using a tanning lotion. This will keep your skin from getting dry and you wont end up with these spots. Lotions can run from 10$-100′s of $$s, but they are well worth it if you want to avoid these awkward discolorations. Your problem should go away pretty soon!
Dark spots on face from acne how do i get rid of them fast!!!!?
I have had these marks on my face for like 2 days and they are a result from acne scabs from zits and pimples. My question is what are these marks and how can i get rid of these things in like a week or so they aren’t that noticiable they only show up if you get really close to my face any help would be appericated.
Thanks
Here are some great Tips I Recommend as a Dermatologist:
•1
Get Dermabrasion. This is not to be confused with micro-dermabrasion which removes the very top layer of dead surface skin cells from the face. Dermabrasion is a coarser method, which removes further layers. Almost as if you were to rub sandpaper on your face (which you shouldn’t!) But the sandpaper imagery is the general idea of what this process entails. The dermatologist will numb your face first and then begin removing layers through the “sanding” process. Recovery time is usually a couple weeks. Your skin will eventually scab. Once the scabs fall of, new skin will emerge with a fresh youthful glow. This works best on patients with very light or very dark skin. Patients in between might want to look for another procedure.
•Step 2
Try Laser Resurfacing. This is another way to clear away pimples and finally get rid of acne scars. This is a fairly new procedure and it should be noted that not a lot of trials have been done on its long term effects. The process entails a laser being used to eradicate acne scarring. As of now the two lasers in use are the CO2 laser and the YAG laser. Both accomplish similar things and your doctor may have a preference over which they like to use. But remember to learn about each and ultimately the choice is up to you. The laser works in a similar fashion as dermabrasion. It removes the top layers of the skin which has been damaged so that new healthy skin can grow. Recovery time is a couple of weeks. Your doctor may have you apply a topical ointment as well to help with the recovery process. Depending on the depth of acne scarring, sometimes bandages are necessary as well.
•Step 3
Have a chemical peel performed. This is a good treatment for very light acne scarring. Different types of acid are applied to the top layer of the skin. The acid is then removed about 15 minutes later. Again this will remove the top damaged layers of the epidermis. Redness and swelling is common after the procedure. Depending on the amount of acid applied, recovery time can take from a day to a couple of weeks.
•Step 4
Receive the Punch Technique. This is meant for people with deep pitted acne scars. Much like a hair transplant, a piece of scarred skin is
“punched” then removed. Then skin graft is taken, usually from behind the ear, and placed where the scarred skin was removed. After this treatment is complete it can also be combined with Laser Resurfacing or Dermabrasion. If the area on the skin is small enough, a graft may not be needed to replace it. Also, if the scarring is not deep into the skin, your dermatologist may be able to simply punch away the top layers of the skin and let the underlying layers heal and emerge. Recovery time can take several weeks or longer.
•Step 5
Consider Augmentation. This is a process by which your dermatologist injects fillers, usually collagen, under the skin to help smooth the acne scarred area. Also the doctor may take fat from other places in your body and inject that instead of collagen. Recovery time is short, a day at most, as it’s just like receiving any other shot. People often return to work right away. It should be noted that this is a temporary fix at the moment, lasting about six months. However, in the future as different “fillers” are discovered, it may last longer
I hope this helps you out! ( im sure it will by 100%)
xxx Natalia
What can i use to remove dark spots on my face?
I have a darks spots on my cheeks, i thought it was becuz of hair, but when i remove it, the dark spot was still here. So is there a product that can remove this problem
You can get some face cremes but i dont know how much that’ll help or a chemical peel
NEED to clear up dark spots on face. African american skin care? Can someone help?
I would love to have clear skin. Dark spots are left behind after a pimple. What really works b/c not everyone has this issue, so what can I use on my face and is there a body lotion that does the same?
Right Now For My Acne Scars In Using Olay Microdermabrasion And Peel Kit. I Used It About 4 times And I Can See A Little Bit Of A Difference Imma Keep Using And Im Guess They’ll Be Gone.
HELP ME… I have a lot of pimples on my face. dark spots and oily skin..?
Hi. I’m very depressed on my face. lots of pimples, acne and its visibly oily skin…
Please i need your suggestions to lessen my pimples or whatever it may be..
Thanks in advance..
clean your face everynight before bed, eat healthy foods , stay away from anything greesy
acne is often hareditarry and there really isn’t much you can do to get rid of it,
i have HUGE pours so that’s why i get it,
it eventually gets better though!
What is an effective way to get dark spots off my face?
Okay, so I have been using noxema for about a month and it has realy worked. There are no pimples on my face. But, there are little dark spots from the dried up acne on my face. I would love to know what is the best method for me to achieve flawless skin. Please help!
Get glutathione IV shots.
I have dark spots on my face the rest of my body is smooth brown I want my skin fixed permanately?
My face gets really dark under certain circumstances,and It’ll burn when i wash it.it’ll clear for a few months but the start all over.I tried betathesamone and hydracortizone.My skin every where else is flawless please help.
What’s the best cream/medication to cure dark spots on your face, due to dryness?
I’m a 26 year old female with a wheatish/tan skin tone – not on any meds/pill. I have slight blemishes on both cheeks and my skin is both dry and oily. I normally get dry skin around my chin. I tend to peel it off because the flaky skin looks gross, but that causes the dark spots. Even if I don’t apply moisturizer, the dark spots appear. What’s the best treatment?
Try this, very useful for MOLE, over than 12 moles on my face and body has been GONE
BRAND NEW DIY MOLE VANISH WART REMOVER
10 ML Skin Care non-Laser sRemoval
Usage:
(1) Clean the nevus and the area around it, use a toothpick (do not use a cotton stick to tip or wipe) to mix the liquid and sediment, and then tip a little amount of the mole remover and apply it onto the middle of the nevus. The area would turn to white colour after 1 minute.
Use alcohol or water to clean the mole area after 10 minutes (If you tip the amount of mole remover properly, you don’t have to clean).
The mole would peel off (May help with finger) in 8 to 20 days.
Repeat the process again until the mole peeling off if the colour of the nevus is dark.
(it is suggested applying the liquid to nevus on hands or legs first to see the results and learn to control the usage before applying the liquid to other areas of the body, DON’T TRY on FACE for the first time!)
I think this product is really WORK, you may consider it, hope it helps
http://health-beauty.shop.ebay.com/Skin-Care-/11863/i.html?_catref=1&_fln=1&_ipg=&_ssn=zeitmover&_trksid=p3911.c0.m282
can i use lipton tea bag on my face for dark spots?
i have bad acne. and after they pop it dry out and turn into dark mark. i also need to know what home product can i make to treat my acne?
tea bag will not help you. no home remedies are effective in acne.
How to get rid of dark spots on face?
I have post acne dark spots on my face from picking pimples, and I have been trying to get rid of them for the past 4 months. Nothing has been working for me.
Is there any products you would recommend or homemade remedies I should try?
I would really appreciate your advice. (:
Time and effort.
People always want instant results. Sadly those that suffer acne aint gonna get it.
Wash you face each day, morning hot soapy water and the same in the evening. Wash your face each day like it was a religion.
Then after washing apply a thin layer of a spot cleaser my favourite WAS freederm now I don’t need to use it anymore this method works. Note– Works for me, may not for you.
what’s the best way to cover up dark spots on face with little make up?
I have some dark spots from acne on my face, and I use concealer to cover it up, but it doesn’t completely cover it :/ I hate using foundation and powder, because I hate the feeling of make up on my face. It just feels nasty! But is there something that I can use that is light weight or something, so that when i touch my face, I won’t feel powder? (I sweat a lot too).
Max Factor Eracer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How to remove pimple scars/dark face spots??? help pls?
well I can see why i have a few from playing and picking but some i don’t even touch and they still form dark spots on my face and forehead and i really want to get rid of them is there any thing i could use or any product i could use in a specific step by step order on how to clear the dark spots with that product, yes i am Black/White and i have a “in-Between” complexion Thank you I am a MALE
And can they be natural with no HydroQuinoine? or harmful skin affects
Alright thank you guys i will try all of these to see which one of these work the best
Try Mederma. It gets rid of tough scars magnificently.
anybody know any creams to get rid of dark spots on my face?
i have a lot of dark spots around my face..and i really wanna get rid of them. does anybody know any creams…or what to do (besides getting laser treatments) that will make them disappear?
Murad’s Environmental Aging line helps reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation (dark spots). However, for full effect you need to use the whole line. Aveda’s Brightening Essence and Moisture Cream does too, and it’s just 2 extra steps in your regimen.
How to remove dark spots from my face?
soo yea i have these dark spots on my face, problably cased by acne, it’s so bad there’s no good foundation that cover it up. And i’ve used proactiv and Neutrogena. So does anybody know how to remove them, PERMANATLY or good foundation? I have a dark complexion.
Thanks
I am in same boat I tried everything including Hydroquinone and that did not work by you having dark complexion hydroquinnone might turn you white so be very careful with bleaching products I would suggest staying out of the sun for long periods of time and drink lots of water and try using the Acne or blemish remover kits I can’t remember the company but alot of pharmacies sell it. That was the only thing that helped me the ingredients were for removing acne scars but it lightened my dark spots I have on my face and legs.
Is there a way to get rid of dark spots on your face without using makeup?
I am a 28 year old black female and I have never had to wear makeup. I am now beginnig to notice dark areas on my face and it is brothering me. Is there anything that I can try before I have to start wearing makeup?
VITAMIN E. IT WORKS GOOD IF YOU DRINK ONE A DAY & YOU CUT ONE OPEN, RUBBING THE OIL ON YOUR DARK SPOTS. THE ONLY DOWN SIDE IS YOU MIGHT GROW HAIR. YOU SHOULD CHECK WITH YOUR DR THOUGH, SOMETIMES SKIN SPOTS MEAN LIVER DAMAGE!!!
How would i remove the dark spots from my face which appeared suddenly in summer?
This summer i had some dark spots on my face which gradually got spreading.And this is looking very bad on my face.I want to remove those spots and want to know the reason too.
They might just be freckles. Which are a sign of sun damage so I’d suggest you use sun protection, proper sun protection not like spf10, you need at least spf 25 and if you’re fair skinned, make sure to use at least spf30.
They’re sun damage from over exposure and/or not protecting your skin enough.
Face wash or moisturizer to fade dark post acne spots?
Hi!
I have a lot of dark spots on my face from old acne. I am very self conscious about it.
Anyway, what is the best daily face wash to use to fade them? Moisturizer? Anything else? I already know about lemon juice.
I dont really get new acne anymore, it’s just that I have a lot of scars.
Thanks.
Mild acne scars might fade away in a few days, but some could take weeks, months, and even years to fade away! Scars will heal faster on healthy skin! You can achieve healthy skin by having a healthy diet & lifestyle. Start by eating foods rich in vitamin C which helps heal scars & reduces how much melanin is produced in skin. Melanin is what causes skin to darken. Scars can become darker & more permanent if you are in the sun without wearing sunscreen! Homemade or over the counter scar fading treatments will help remove MILD scars. SEVERE or DEEP scars will have to be removed by a professional doctor. You can always go to the doctor for a quicker & stronger treatment to remove MILD scars also.
PREPARE YOUR SKIN FOR TREATMENT
1) Wash face with warm water & cleanser, preferably Purpose Gentle Cleansing Bar by Johnson & Johnson
2) Apply toner, preferably Witch Hazel, because its gentle & non-irritating
3) Apply homemade or over the counter scar fading treatment
4) Apply oil-free sunscreen or a moisturizer that contains sunscreen
5) If you wear makeup, you can use an oil-free foundation that contains sunscreen
TRY ONE OF THESE HOMEMADE TREATMENTS
1) Hydrogen Peroxide. Using a Q-Tip, apply to the scar only! Do not use all over face! Dilute with water if to strong!
2) Lemon Juice. Cut open a fresh lemon. Using a Q-Tip, apply to the scar only! Do not use all over face!
3) Organic Apple Cider Vinegar With The Mother, such as Bragg. Using a Q-Tip, apply to the scar only! Dilute with water if to strong!
4) Aloe Vera. Apply aloe to the scar. Buy an aloe vera plant or use Lily Of The Desert Aloe Vera Gelly, it’s 99% organic, contains vitamin A, C, E! Don’t use other brands of aloe, has very little aloe & to much junk in it which can irritate skin!
TRY ONE OF THESE OVER THE COUNTER TREATMENTS
Only Use Oil-Free Products That Won’t Clog Pores & Cause Acne!
1) Murad Post Acne Spot Lightening Gel
2) Sudden Change Scar Zone
3) Mederma
4) Ambi Fade Cream For Oily Skin (for people of color)
5) Salicylic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Beta Hydroxy Acid, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid heals acne and scars! Try acid products by Perfect Peel Solutions, Cellbone Technology, Skin Laboratory, Alpha Hydrox/Neoteric Cosmetics.
Six Things Must Be Done Everyday To Reduce Or Prevent Acne! Doing One Or A Few Of These Things Will Not Keep Your Skin Clear As Possible! Do The Following:
1) Wash, Tone, Moisturize Your Face Everyday! Do this at least 2x a day, morning & night (possibly 3rd time, midday, if super oily/sweating). Natural and gentle products are sometimes more effective than acne medication, try this routine: Wash face with warm water & Purpose Gentle Cleansing Bar by Johnson & Johnson. Tone face with Witch Hazel, try Thayers or Dickinson’s, its gentle, minimizes pores, heals acne. Moisturize face with Lily Of The Desert Aloe Vera Gelly, its 99% organic, contains vitamin A, C, E, heals blemishes/scars!
2) Keep dirt & bacteria at bay to prevent more breakouts! Don’t touch face with hands, Clean phone often or don’t let phone touch face, Keep hair clean or don’t let oily dirty hair touch face, Don’t lean face on objects, Clean glasses often, Wash pillowcase, bedsheets, blanket, washcloth, towel often. Wash hands before applying face products. Use fresh makeup, not old makeup. Wash or replace makeup tools often.
3) Eat Healthy Food, Limit Junk Food! Eat healthy food everyday – fruit, vegetables, lean meat, fiber, beans, wholegrains, foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids, zinc, vitamin A & C. Limit intake of frozen meals, dairy, milk, fat, oil, butter, greasy/fried foods, sugar, candy, salt, dessert, caffeine, coffee, pop, alcohol. Always avoid cigarettes, tobacco, illegal drugs! The book, The Clear Skin Diet by Alan C. Logan & Valori Treloar has detailed information on what to eat & not to eat to help reduce or prevent acne & it explains the hormones involved in acne & how to control them with food!
4) Take A Multi Vitamin Mineral Supplement Everyday! Its hard to get all the vitamins minerals your skin needs on a daily basis, so take a supplement everyday! Caution! Overdosing on vitamins and minerals whether from food or supplements is toxic and dangerous!
5) Drinking about 64 oz of Pure Water everyday improves skin quality, flushes out toxins, delivers nutrients to skin! You can also include 100% Fruit Juice as part of your daily total.
6) Doing 20 to 30 minutes of Aerobic Exercise everyday (or every other day) increases circulation & delivery of nutrients to skin cells, encourages good blood supply, helps remove toxins, controls acne breakouts! Stay hydrated by drinking water before, during, after workout! Immediately take a shower to remove sweat and dirt!
How do I get rid of dark spots on face after laser hair removal?
I’ve had laser hair removal on my face and now I’ve got a couple of dark spots. I THINK it’s post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Anyone know how to get rid of it or at least fade their appearance?
I also get my laser done and have the same problem… Its because we have a little darker skin the melanin in our skin absorbs the heat from the laser resulting in pigmentation spots.
I use a hydroquinine based cream with 4% hydroquinine in it.
I would suggest u go see the doc who did the laser 4 u, let him prescribe u a medication.
How can I reduce dark spots on my face caused due to acne?
Recently I’ve got mild acne and it has left two dark spots on my face which makes me go wild!
Plzzz advise me on effective homemade remedies that can solve this problem.
P.S: I heard that aloe vera gel or honey are really good for treating dark spots. But which of them is effective for normal skin?
gram flour+milk mix well n apply in places of dark spots
How can i fade dark spots on my face?
I have been using Palmer’s Fade cream to get rid of the dark spot on my face due to being pregnant for six months and I don’t see any improvement? Can someone recommend a good fade cream?
Try Ambi….I was using it because of my molescum, and it worked GREAT!
what do dark spots on face and body mean ?
hey everyone,
I just came across with one cream which for hyperpigmentation problem ..it is best for dark spots, acne scars, and discoloration problem…..
I have bought this cream for my dark circle purpose…would it be okay for me to use this cream under my eyes only for lightening dark circles ?
I don’t really what is meant by having dark spots ? gie me some examples please
the cream I bought is Meladerm lightening cream…
please answer soon that if I use this cream, would be there any side effects on my face ?
There are many reasons for dark circles; some include lack of sleep and iron. These can easily be reversed with a healthier lifestyle. However, some dark circles are stubborn and never seem to go away no matter how much rest or vitamins you take. If you feel this way; your dark circles may be caused by hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation is a darkening of the skin. Learn if your dark circles are caused by hyperpigmentation and how to treat them. Remember the first step to reducing dark circles is learning it’s cause.
Although there are many over the counter products to treat dark circles caused by hyperpigmentation, you should visit your doctor beforehand to make sure you are diagnosed with hyperpigmentation.
Better use eye cream intended for that purpose. And try these tips to get rid of dark circles under your eyes:
1. Eating healthy is important not only for your body but your eyes. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables rich in beta carotene help you have healthy eyes.Carrots, Spinach, Papaya and Mango
2. Stop rubbing your eyes. Weak blood vessels under your eyes break and bruise causing dark circles under eyes. When you rub your eyes you break blood vessels under your eyes and unintentionally cause dark circles under eyes. If your eyes are bothering you try blinking instead.
3. Rest. Sleep is a classic treatment for dark circles and puffy eyes because it works. Without quality sleep the face literally sags. When you sleep circulation increases throughout your body; including your face and eyes. However, one important thing to remember is sleeping with your head slightly elevated.
4. Cold for the eyes. Cold temperatures are good for your eyes. They help reduce puffy eyes and sooth tired eyes. You can cut cucumber slices or potato slices and apply them to closed eyes for ten minutes. Other remedies are applying a cold spoon to the eyes or even splashing cold water to eyes.
5. Milk is a good and safe natural cleanser. Use a clean cotton ball dipped in milk to clean your eyes.
6. Rose Water. Attractive people usually have that spark and glow to their eyes that is contagious. A neat trick for eyes that sparkle is glowing eyes insert 2 drops of pure rose water using a dropper. This also gives you a special eye lift.
7. Dermalex is a great dark circles eye treatment that works. It removes dark circles under eyes and puffy eyes in days! For some people, like myself it works in just one day. This product is gentle and light enough to wear under your makeup. Simply apply the gel to your undereyes in the morning and before bed. You will notice those dark circles fade away!
8. Wear Sunglasses. Protecting your eyes from the sun will prevent fine lines, wrinkles, and crows feet. It also prevents skin from darkening under the eyes.
9. No late night drinks. Limit yourself from drinking too many fluids before bedtime. This can contribute to building fluid around the eyes during sleep; meaning most likely you’ll wake up with puffy eyes. Take small sips instead.
10. Great Concealer. The wonders of makeup are fascinating. Finding the right concealer can help reduce the appearance of undereye circles. It’s important to choose an undereye concealer that is a shade or two lighter than your natural skin tone. Always apply your concealer with your ring finger. The skin on this finger is smoother and will help the concealer settle in. Consult a makeup representative at a department store. They’re great at helping you find the right shade of concealer.
Check out these sites:
mcskin.com/product_list.php?cPath=2_32
http://www.darkcircles.net/remove.html
Does anyone know a good facial product that will clear your face from dark spots/marks & skin discoloration??
I have a couple bumps on my face and my nose to me is oily. I have alot of dark spots on my face especially on my chin a few on each side of my cheeks and on my forhead and I want them to be gone!!!! I need something to clear my face. I tried skin lightening cremes from CRUSADER & Topiclear but all they do is lighten your complextion they dont clear your skin. I want something that will not only leave it smooth and bright but CLEAR THE SPOTS/MARKS!!! Does anybody know of any products that can help me????? I’m desperate….. Or does anybody know any good remedies that will clear my skin from this????
A product by Arbonne International called RE9 serum will help with this.
At times dark spots come from hormones. If the marks are hormonal you might consider using their progestrone cream too. I used this combination after I had my baby and had fantastic results with acne, dark spots and hormone regulation. If not hormone related simply use the serum.
how to remove dark spots on face ?
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i have dark spots on my face and i want to get ride of it quickly .
please some tell me some medicine or home remedies (i tried it lots of
thank you
thank you wisper
If you mean dark spots like mole? You can’t, they will only get bigger & bumpier as you continue to exposed them in the sun. Those are signs, (spots) that was caused when you got sunburned when you were younger.
Tanning beds could increase spots faster, others could turn into melanoma if you frequent.
Laser will zap it right out. Cost $750 per session for each large freckle.. Risk: blistering or sunburn, which can be prevented with the use of sunblock and Aquaphor.
One example from one who had laser surgery to remove freckles or spots:
I had laser surgery to remove my freckles yesterday . . .?
she said it will be sore the first day and boy was it and she said i may have some swelling, well i woke up this morning and the skin under my eyes is swollen so bad that my eyes are almost closed. i took a goodies headache medicine because it says it contains an anti-inflammatory drug, i also have an ice pack on my eyes. What else should i do? Should what i’m already doing help?
Do you know how many freckles or spots do you have?
The next best solution is to avoid the sun. Those freckles will only get larger and darker.
Sunscreen will not protect you from getting burned.
Sunscreen will not protect you from skin cancer.
Sunscreen will not protect you if you have allergies, I never thought I had allergies!
Sunscreens also discolor your skin – for ever!
But I had Discoid Lupus caused from the sun. Google it. Took 12 years for mine to almost ‘fade’. I don’t want any more lupus appearing on my skin, so now I’m more & more into protecting myself.
I’m the kind of person who has families with moles as large as raisin-size. I don’t want moles on my body, so I always have been concern about that. But, how I got lupus? I don’t know! I got it period.
The sun is more powerful than most people think.
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I’m 60 and I can count how many small moles I have, since childhood. I’m always wearing my wide brim hat.
i have dark spots on face. what should i use to get rid of them.?
i have got dark spots on my face and from some time i do got small moles which are growing darker . plz suggest some remedial measure..
i am 25 years old girl…
hi.. take cocount oil,castor oil,rose water.. all 3 must be in eqal drops mix them all apply on ur face over night do massage.. this may be a good tips to be fair.
How can i remove pimples and dark spots from my face?
Hi! I am a teenager and i had some pimples on my face which turned into ugly dark spots.Yuck! Now,i look so ugly that i try to hide my left side of my face from people.No sorry,i think this was my state before 3 months but now both my cheeks have dark spots and some are so dark that they are clearly visible from distance! I just want to remove these dark spots from my face and there some pimples also which i want to remove.Please Help…!!
1. Do not touch your face. since your fingers have grease on them it will make the pimples worse.
2. buy St ives. facial cleanser apricot flavor. it is so great it cleanses and softens your face in 1 minute.
3. them get clean and clear morning blast facial cleaner. it wakes you up and gets rid of pimples fast. for a better result use them both.
Hope this helps! good luck!
What is best to use on dark spots on face?
My aunt has recently began to have a dark spot about her upper lip that sort of resembles a mustache. After we used facial hair remover, we realized it wasn’t hair at all. It’s the color of her skin. What could this be from, and what is the best kind of cream that will take this away? Most creams she’s found are expensive and says that they may take up to three months before there is an improvement.
I have some freckles I’d like to fade as well.
Any suggestions?
try blackskin.com’s fade get it works in about 30 days you can change the color of your skin over night it will take alittle time at least a couple of weeks
How can I get rid of the dark spots on my face ?
Due to acne, I have dark spots in certain areas of my face. I’ve tried coco butter, bleach cream, sea breeze, and Ambi products. But sadly none of those products have worked. What can I do to get rid of my dark spots. Laser treatments are expensive.
http://www.cleanandclear.com/blackheaderaser/?channelFull=13VOBHEGOGGLE1&gclid=CKCq48jB9JsCFU1M5QodB2kmAg
go to this website really helps
I have very small dark spots on my face. How do I remove that?
Little dark spots on my face are the size of split peas. My skin is brown in color and thses spots are black in color.
Boots No7 has an at home microdermabrasion cream that got rid of my acne scars in a few weeks.
Or you could try Neutrogena’s Fight and Fade gel, it’s supposed to fade marks and it worked for one of my friends.
But are they scars? Because if you’ve had them your whole life and they’re freckles or something I’d leave them :]
How can I get rid of dark spots on my face, after a pimple has been popped?
I have this habit of popping my pimples, so they’ll go away faster, but i have like 3 dark spots on my face afterwards..and I’ve had them all 4 like a month now…how can I get rid of them faster…are there any special treatments, or anythng I can get @ wal-mart??…plz help!!
yes get a toner from walmart or coco butter for acne scarrs thats wat i use and i have a habit of poppin my pimples to and it just makes them worse but ive stopped and my skin has cleared up
How in the world do you “hide” dark spots, blemishes on your face by using make-up?
I have a few dark spots on my face, since I had the chicken pox-it kinda left dark marks. Well, I’ve been using my foundation and concealer to try to hide the marks, but it doesn’t help at all. I thought concealer was suppose to hide them. Is there a trick? And I use the right color of foundation and concealer that matches my skin tone. Am I not doing that right?
your foundation should match your skin tone but your concealer should be lighter in order for it to work
GET RID OF DARK SPOTS ON FACE?
Hi Friends, I have Black Spots on my Face, It has occured due to piercing the Pimples on my Face. Now i want to get rid of these Black spots, because it looks very odd, Please suggest me how to get rid of these spots.
the person before who said its hyper pigmentation, is wrong.
hyper pigmentation is a big word for “tanned”
you have acne scars. you can get a cream for that. it will gradually start to fade away
you could also try laser removal, or tanning.
dark brown spots on face and darker areas on body?
hi just a few questions:
1) i have dark brown spots on my face. they usually appear after my pimples go away….and i have way too many dark spots….. how do i get rid of it…….
2) i am fairly dark, but there are other parts of my body which are darker….like patches….and streaks……is there anyway to get rid of these? or am i stuck…..
Do you know what ointment/cream can cure dark spots on the face due to acne?
I have these dark spots on my face since college. Please help to find a cure to this embarassing problem.
In 2005 I went on Accutane to get rid of the dark spots on my face and it worked INCREDIBLY. In 2008 I notice the spots we’re coming back and I have now been back kon Accutane again to get rid of them. Accutane was the ONLY thing that ever worked for my acne/spots. It also cleared my son who had nodules on his face due to acne.
Accutane is a strong drug and can only be prescribed by a doctor so you should see a dermatologist and be prepared to take a blood test to moitor your liver once a month. A small price to pay for such a wonderful outcome.
dark spots on face does Crusader ultra work?
I need to get rid of the dark spots on my face.They show to much and I want to no if anyone has used crusader ultra soap and does it work on dark skin.
i have the same problem. I havent used that but i would suggest covergirl clean makeup, it blends in well and covers really well to. But after a while it helps the spaots fade away.
What could be the cause of sudden increase of Dark Spots on face and nose?
Lately, I’ve discovered that the number of dark spots on my face, that is cheeks, cheek bones and around and on top of my nose have increased, only recently, in a matter of days and I haven’t even exposed myself to the sun that much or at all. I wonder what could be the cause of this sudden increase, there seems to be more spots forming up. Is there any reason behind and what is the cure or permanently getting rid of the dark spots, I’m a male actually, with a fair skin.
Thanks.
Any chance your taking new medication? Let say if you started a new medication sometimes your skin can be more prone to the sun. Sun can quickly cause new formed dark spots even a little sun exposure can make a difference.
I have a fair dark face with black spots.what can i do to have an even light skin tone.?
My forehead and chin are the darkest part on my face while the rest of my body is light.Ive used a few lightening cream, but it hasn’t worked.I cant even get the correct foundation.Is there any advice i can get
Perhaps the people at the follwowing site can be of help:
http://www.treasuredlocks.com
Whatever you do — DO NOT EVER USE any products
on your body which contain the chemical that is called
HYDROQUINONE (found in most bleaching creams)
– as, it CAUSES irreversible dark patches to appear
on the sckin (called OCHRONOSIS) AND prolonged
use of this dangerous chemical causes SKIN CANCER!!!
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How can I get rid of dark spots on my face? Any answer will help and 10 points for the best!?
I you guys can mention any remedy or product will help. These dark spots on my face have made me lose my confidence i want to re-gain it. Thanks.
If ur getting dark spots all over ur face, then i think ur getting a disease. One of my teachers had it but she had it all over her body, so try going to the docters. If its an infection thats causing all these spots then u might need some cream/oitment. Or u just might be getting some freckles. Try using sunscreen 15+ thats going to help also.
Gud luck.xox
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Is Ambi skin cream good for fading dark spots on face?
I am a black woman, and I have sun spots on my face, I have tried everything and they don’t seem to go away. Could someone please give me some good advice on what to do? ( serious comments only please )
it works on the acne scars but you need to be patient
can someone recommend a skin lightner for my dark spots on my face ?
I have acne and is left with the scars on my face that a dark and ugly the last product I used was “vikii Lamott’ but its just irritates my skin and cause more acne. dont know what els to try.
i have tried lemon but it give me more acne .
what is a good cream that can get rid of dark spots on face, and dark circles under my eyes?
I have a really ugly dark spot on my chin and it looks soo bad! I went to sephora and they have a cream that has hydraquanonine in it… but it’s soo expensive!! Is there anything that works and is a little cheaper? Also, I have bad dark circles under my eyes… how can i get rid of that?
cream will not work. my sister used to have the same thing its just lack of vitamins….. so go to wal-mart and stock up!!
Get rid of dark spots on face?
How can I get rid of dark sports on my face?
I am African American and I have the spots on both my cheeks near my chin. And on one side, it kind of goes onto my neck.
What can I do to get rid of them?? I go back to school next week.
omg cadi you worry to much! They might be from pimples if you pop them. When you pop pimples you get little black scars, they go away after a while but you have to remember not to pop pimples and not pick at them. If its not from pimples idk what they could be
I have alot of dark spots in my face! What would you reccoment to use to get rid of that?
Im african american and i need a product that could get rid if these dark spots on my face. i also have a few pimples and i want to clear it up before school starts again. Pleasee Help!!
clean and clear 2in1 acne and mark eraser.
Pimples leaving dark spots on face?
I’m sick and tired of this problem I’ve had with acne. My acne’s always been bad as in it leaves a scar/dark spot regardless of if I pop it or not. SO I HAVE TO LIVE WITH IT EVEN AFTER IT’S “GONE”
Could someone, anyone that has had this problem PLEASE tell me what you did to fix it. I need to know what I can do to reduce the dark spots I already have and prevent dark spots from future acne.
I have this problem too! I’ve recently consulted my dermatologist, and unfortunately, there’s nothing that you can do to “get rid” of those scars. The best thing, in my opinion, is to get out in the sun (or tanning bed) to make your face as dark as your scars are. It doesn’t exactly fix your problem, but it sure does help with the discoloration, and it makes your scars easier to cover up.
How to remove dark spots on face?….?
I had face bleaching 6 monts ago , after that my face has been gone bad , pls suggest me wat to do ? pls pls pls
hey u should not do bleaching if u have black spots .ok any way do the following things.take a lemon cut it and rub the lemon in yr face softly or else if u want u can also mix lemon juice and honey and apply it in yr face.leave it undisturbed for about 15 minutes and then wash yr face with cool water and then with rose water.if u follow this for about 4 to 5 weeks u will observe a good result.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
how do i lighten my face from dark spots left by hair bumps?
I have dark spots on the side of my face left from ingrown hair how can i lighten them up
I have dark spots on my face what do I do?
I’m only 17, and I have two dark spots on both sides of my mouth. I think they were caused by a soap i used to wash my face which dried it out. I’ve had them since January and i’ve used lots of moisturizer on them but they still won’t go away! My skin is medium/olive toned. How do I get rid of the spots? They make me feel really self conscious.
I have one too!
I put vaseline on it and its gotten better and I always slather lotion on it. And I also rub it with a toe shrubber like to rub off callouses with (I know but I only rub it on the spot and I do so rather gently) and its almost gone.
home remedies for dark spots on my face?
okay i have like dark spots on my face.. this started happening like in october and it just never got better.. ive tried almost everything. proactive.[3] different dermatologists just everything. started using honey like 1 month ago & i see some improvement. so does anyone kno of any home remedies like lemon & how does the lemon & honey work?
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Black and Dark Spots of Face..How to Make it Dull or Remove?
I have Some Dark Spots on my Forehead and Cheeks that doesn’t look Good.
Is there any Cream or Ointment that really Works.
These are those Pimples marks which i pricked when i was a Teenager.
Have heard of Medarma Ointment??
Plz Suggest
I am 24 in age.
Try to wash your face lemon =) works for me..
or just get a cotten ball and squeeze sum lemon on it.a nd put it on your face..overnight. i also used to have bad acne scars on cheeks and forehead. but that does the job clears up in about a week or two.
Lemon is a skin lightner. it will hlp with dark spots.