Face discoloration is typically treated through the use of chemical peels.
A recent innovation is the use of water jets to peel away the dead cells.
While the water treatment is definitely less risky than the chemicals, it can still cause some irritation.
Here's a look at some alternatives to the peels.
A lot depends on the cause of the discolored area and its size.
Some people have spots as small as freckles.
Another person might have a large melasma.
The larger areas may take longer to even out.
If they have been present since birth, the products mentioned below are not likely to work.
No one knows what causes birth marks, but they are more or less permanent.
The darkness of any part of the skin other than a birth mark will change throughout a person's life depending primarily on sun exposure.
A few other things are known to cause dark spots to appear.
Ethanol and certain artificial preservatives found in skincare products are examples.
Ironically, one of the ingredients commonly found in age spot creams can lead to results opposite to the desired effect.
Instead of fading the face discoloration, hydroquinone can cause more dark spots to appear.
It is not a common reaction and is probably due to allergies, but there is no way to be sure that one is not allergic beforehand.
It doesn't seem worth the risk.
Hydroquinone works by inhibiting the production of the pigment melanin, which makes it effective.
That's the main reason it is still on the market.
It works in most cases.
There is a safe alternative for melanin inhibition.
A European Company was able to extract the active components of a medicinal plant called cyperus rotundus.
The extracts were found to effectively inhibit melanin production.
It works to reduce face discoloration in a matter of weeks, without any risk of unwanted side effects.
Plant extracts are being found in more and more cosmetics as technological advancements have made it possible to combine the extracts with nourishing emulsions.
For the most part, plant extracts are safe and non-irritating, as long as they are not acidic.
The ingredients in chemical peels occur in nature.
They are mild acids like salicylic and lactic.
But like all acids, they cause redness and skin irritation.
The best advice for someone with face discoloration is to look for an anti-aging cream containing cyperus rotundus extract.
It is the safest and most affordable option available today.
A recent innovation is the use of water jets to peel away the dead cells.
While the water treatment is definitely less risky than the chemicals, it can still cause some irritation.
Here's a look at some alternatives to the peels.
A lot depends on the cause of the discolored area and its size.
Some people have spots as small as freckles.
Another person might have a large melasma.
The larger areas may take longer to even out.
If they have been present since birth, the products mentioned below are not likely to work.
No one knows what causes birth marks, but they are more or less permanent.
The darkness of any part of the skin other than a birth mark will change throughout a person's life depending primarily on sun exposure.
A few other things are known to cause dark spots to appear.
Ethanol and certain artificial preservatives found in skincare products are examples.
Ironically, one of the ingredients commonly found in age spot creams can lead to results opposite to the desired effect.
Instead of fading the face discoloration, hydroquinone can cause more dark spots to appear.
It is not a common reaction and is probably due to allergies, but there is no way to be sure that one is not allergic beforehand.
It doesn't seem worth the risk.
Hydroquinone works by inhibiting the production of the pigment melanin, which makes it effective.
That's the main reason it is still on the market.
It works in most cases.
There is a safe alternative for melanin inhibition.
A European Company was able to extract the active components of a medicinal plant called cyperus rotundus.
The extracts were found to effectively inhibit melanin production.
It works to reduce face discoloration in a matter of weeks, without any risk of unwanted side effects.
Plant extracts are being found in more and more cosmetics as technological advancements have made it possible to combine the extracts with nourishing emulsions.
For the most part, plant extracts are safe and non-irritating, as long as they are not acidic.
The ingredients in chemical peels occur in nature.
They are mild acids like salicylic and lactic.
But like all acids, they cause redness and skin irritation.
The best advice for someone with face discoloration is to look for an anti-aging cream containing cyperus rotundus extract.
It is the safest and most affordable option available today.