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"Facial spots: natural remedies to lighten them"

Macchie viso: i rimedi naturali per schiarirle

"Facial blemishes are a very common skin imperfection. The causes that lead to their onset can be multiple, among which we undoubtedly find:" 

  • excessive sun exposure or sun exposure without a form of protection from solar rays (sunscreen, BB cream with UVA-UVB filters, etc.) 
  • Acne that has left some annoying spots on the skin 
  • The passage of time and therefore the advance of age

Since spots are very common among men and women of all ages, let's see some natural elements that can be easily implemented at home, using what we already have in our pantries or without having to face excessive costs. 

Lighten facial blemishes with Aloe Vera 

Aloe Vera is a perfect remedy to counteract the spots caused by excessive or uncontrolled sun exposure. In this case, you can use a gel to be applied daily to the area to be treated. Alternatively, to speed up the process, you can create real Aloe Vera gel packs. For daily action, you might try our Dream Mousse, a cleansing mousse with a light texture that cleanses the skin through gentle exfoliation; the organic Aloe Vera juice contained within it has a soothing and moisturizing effect.

Lighten facial blemishes with Apple Cider Vinegar 

Apple cider vinegar is also a great ally for lightening spots. All you need to do in this case is apply it to the specific area to be treated and leave it on for about twenty minutes. Then rinse off the residue with cold water and apply a moisturizer. 

Lightening facial blemishes with Yogurt 

It may seem strange but yogurt is capable of providing a light exfoliation. It is much gentler compared to other acids, making it perfect for a simple and quick application to do at home. In this case, it is also possible to make simple masks to leave on for a few minutes before rinsing. The result will undoubtedly be less reddened skin, smoother and more radiant.  

Lighten facial spots with potatoes 

Potatoes have a strong lightening action. Preparing a mask to apply to the skin to lighten spots is simple and quick: just grate a potato and add a teaspoon of honey, mix everything together, and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing your face. 

Lighten facial blemishes with honey 

Honey is the perfect ingredient to counteract facial blemishes if your skin is delicate or sensitive. Honey brings a lot of benefits and besides lightening spots, it also has the advantage of improving skin tone, making it healthier and more radiant. Honey can be mixed with yogurt to create a perfect mask to apply to the areas to be treated. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse everything off with lukewarm water.

Lighten facial spots with licorice

Licorice is not just a delicious ingredient for sweets and herbal teas, but also a true ally for the beauty of your skin. Thanks to its beneficial properties, licorice is a valuable ingredient in many cosmetic products, in particular to counteract skin blemishes.

Licorice inhibits the synthesis of melanin. helps regulate the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. Excessive production of melanin can cause hyper-pigmentation and the appearance of skin spots. Licorice helps to lighten existing spots and prevents the formation of new ones. 

Where to find licorice for your skin?

An example of a cosmetic product that contains licorice extract is our day cream. Balance Skin. This cream is specifically formulated for combination or impure skin and, thanks to the combined action of licorice and sebo-regulating complex

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