Everyone wants clean and spotless skin. But, many people are not fortunate enough to get such skin naturally. Blemishes, rashes, acne and freckles also appear on our skin. Small, brown spots on the skin that usually occur in areas most exposed to the sun are called freckles. These are different from moles and other dark spots on your skin. They lie flat on your skin and do not look raised. Just like acne, freckles are difficult to remove and look horrible on the skin. They are formed from overproduction of melanin caused by exposure to UV rays. Read further to know the ways to remove old freckles.
Is it possible to treat freckles?
You can consider the following different treatments to remove or reduce freckles on the skin:
- Chemical Peeling
- topical retinoid cream
- Laser
- Intense Pulsed Light Rejuvenation
- natural remedies
Home remedies to remove blemishes and freckles from face
If you don’t want to spend on expensive chemical and beauty procedures to get rid of freckles, try home remedies. Here are some household ingredients that may prove effective:
1. Lemon juice
Lemon is rich in vitamin C which exhibits photoprotective and anti-pigmentary properties. These help provide protection from the sun and reduce the production of melanin. How to remove freckles with lemon?
Mix a few drops of lemon juice in honey. Apply it on your frekles with a cotton cloth. Leave the mixture on your skin for about 15 minutes before washing it off. After this moisturize your skin.
2. Turmeric
Prepare a paste of turmeric powder, milk and gram flour. Apply it on your skin freckles and let it dry before washing off. First of all wash your face and wait for it to become moist.
3. Banana Peels
Rub ripe banana peel on freckles. Leave the juice there for about 20 minutes. Wash off with cold water and then moisturize.
4. Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus oil is used in beauty rituals to inhibit tyrosinase activity and melanin synthesis. Mix a few drops of eucalyptus oil with any carrier oil and apply it on your freckled skin. Leave it for about 20 minutes and then wipe it thoroughly with a washcloth.
5. Aloe Vera
Take fresh aloe vera gel and massage it on your skin for about 2 to 3 minutes. It is up to you whether you want to leave it on or wash it off. Aloe vera gel can also be used as an overnight skin care treatment.
6. Curd
Curd contains lactic acid which hinders tyrosinase activity, prevents melanin formation and reduces hyperpigmentation. All these effects can help reduce freckles on your skin.
Apply 2 to 3 tablespoons of curd on the areas with freckles. Massage for about 15 to 20 minutes and wash with water.
7. Honey
Flavonoids and phenolic compounds present in honey help in inhibiting tyrosinase activity. It controls the excessive production of melanin in the skin which in turn can reduce the occurrence of freckles.
Prepare a thick paste of honey-lemon and apply it on the freckles. Leave the paste on for 15 to 20 minutes and then wash off. Do this twice a week.
8. Kiwi
Kiwi also contains flavonoids that may inhibit tyrosinase activity. These may result in reduced skin pigmentation, as well as frekles.
Take a kiwi fruit and some strawberries. Mix both the fruits and make a paste. Apply the paste on the freckled areas of the skin. Let it dry and then wash it after 20 to 25 minutes.
9. Gram flour
The remedies to remove freckles with gram flour are very interesting. Gram flour is known for its skin lightening properties. It can help bleach your dark spots. If you want to use gram flour to remove freckles from your skin, then you can prepare a paste of turmeric and lemon juice.
Mix turmeric powder in 2 tablespoons gram flour. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prepare a smooth paste. Apply the paste on your face and leave it for about 15 minutes. Wash it with cold water.
Conclusion
Frekles can be caused by overexposure to UV radiation. These spots are harmless and in some cultures they are a symbol of beauty. But, if you still want to reduce them, then definitely try the home remedies mentioned.
If you want to see the difference quickly, you can also use a cream to remove freckles from their roots. But, be sure to consult your doctor before trying any such product.