If you have dark spots and scars on your skin, it’s likely to be something called
hyperpigmentation, which is caused by excess melanin in your body. The excess pigment is harmless and can occur after a skin infection, acne breakouts, insect bites, or other issues that make your skin react in a negative way.
There are countless scar fading creams and dark spot correctors found at the store, but if you’d like to try a more natural solution, these easy remedies below work really well!
Turmeric powder is amazing for fading dark spots. Mix together a blend of ½ tsp turmeric and 1 tsp yogurt. Apply it to the spots, leaving it on for at least ten minutes. It takes a while for this to work, so try it every day for a few weeks.
Lemons have natural bleaching properties, though they also increase your skin sensitivity to sunlight. If you choose this method, make sure to only apply at night and ALWAYS wear
sunscreen. Apply lemon juice to the spots and leave overnight.
This renowned natural remedy can be used for almost any kind of healing! Break open a fresh aloe leaf and rub it over the spots. Leave it on for at least half an hour, and try it at least twice a day.
Tory Blum says
Oh, I didn’t know you could use aloe vera for that! You have very smart tips, I love your blog! :)
thedumbbelle says
Thanks so much!