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How To Fade Pigmentation At Home - Dope Skin Co

How To Fade Pigmentation At Home

Whether those pesky dark spots on your skin were caused by cystic acne, sun exposure, or aging, you don’t have to live with them forever if you don’t want to. All skin is beautiful, but if you’re having trouble accepting your newfound hyperpigmentation, we can help.

It turns out there are several natural, at-home remedies for pigmentation. From licorice root extract to green tea extract (is there anything green tea can’t do?!), keep reading to discover five ways to fade dark spots at home.


Licorice Root Extract

Licorice root extract is full of active ingredients and antioxidants, known for their ability to lighten hyperpigmentation. Specifically, this ingredient works best on pigmentation caused by melasma and sun exposure. Our recommendation is finding a moisturiser or serum that contains the powerful extract. 


Aloe Vera Juice

We all know aloe vera has some pretty impressive healing properties (there’s a reason your mum made you slather it all over your skin after you came back from the beach with a sunburn). Turns out the reason for these healing properties is aloin, a natural depigmenting compound  that has been proven to lighten skin. Thus, finding a skincare product with aloe vera juice is a must if you’re looking to fade pigmentation naturally. Combined with its anti-inflammatory powers, aloe vera is unstoppable when it comes to treating hyperpigmentation. 


Niacinamide

Niacinamide, better known as vitamin B3, contains an effective skin lightening compound that functions by preventing pigment-producing enzymes from doing their thing. The result is a serious decrease in pigmentation in as little as four weeks of continued use. The vitamin is also known to improve overall skin texture owing to its anti-inflammatory properties. 


Lactic Acid

When it comes to fighting discolouration, reach for a glass of milk! (We're only kidding...sort of). Lactic acid, a primary ingredient in dairy products like milk, has huge benefits for your skin, especially regarding pigmentation. Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that not only exfoliates and smooths the skin but also lightens skin tissue. Try working it into your daily routine (even just as a spot treatment) until you notice results. Lactic acid can be found in all kinds of skincare products, including cleansers, toners, and serums. 


Green Tea Extract 

Finally, research has shown that green tea can have a serious depigmenting effect when applied topically. This is because green tea extract contains high levels of antioxidants known as EGCG, which give the ingredient its anti-inflammatory properties while also inhibiting melanin production in the skin. The result? A smooth, even skin tone free from dark spots. 

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