Skin blemishes are considered the great enemies of the most vain women who care about the beauty of the skin. But unfortunately all are subject to this problem.
The causes of skin blemishes are numerous. Elisabete Dobao, postgraduate doctor in Dermatology, Professor of Sanitary Dermatology at Santa Casa de Misericórdia in Rio de Janeiro and a member of the European Academy of Dermatology, explains that they can arise with the proper aging of the skin; as a result of exposure to sunlight; due to certain hormonal changes, including pregnancy; with the therapeutic use of hormones, antibiotics or chemotherapy or after skin inflammation as part of the defense mechanism.
The doctor also points out that all areas of sun exposure of the woman's body are more likely to have spots, especially the face, neck, lap, arms and legs.
How to prevent skin blemishes
Elisabete Dobao gives below basic guidelines to prevent the appearance of spots on the skin:
- Use sunscreen daily;
- Wear appropriate clothing and hats to prevent sun exposure;
- Avoid the sun between 10h and 14h;
- Go to the dermatologist regularly for a skin assessment, as some blemishes can be detected and treated early on more easily.
Different types of skin blemishes
It is noteworthy that there are different types of spots: Lentigos, Melasma, Ephelides (or Freckles) and Post-inflammatory Pigmentation, as highlighted by Elisabete Dobao.
Below you know the difference between each of these types of spots:
Lentigos: also known as age spots, are brownish skin color changes. They usually occur on the back of the hands, neck and face of people over 40 years of age.
Melasma: They are dark spots on the skin, most commonly appearing on the face, but may also appear on the arms and lap. There is no definite cause, but usually their onset is mainly related to sun exposure, contraceptive use and pregnancy. In addition to hormonal factors and exposure to sunlight, genetic predisposition and family history also influence the onset of melasma.
Ephelides: Also known as freckles, they are small pigmented spots on the skin, which appear mainly in fair-skinned, red-haired or blond people, usually in childhood (around 5 years old). They appear mainly on the face, but may also appear on the arms and back.
Postinflammatory Pigmentation: type of blemish that appears on burned areas, acne lesions, allergic or chronic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, trauma, bruising, insect bites, etc. The most accepted explanation is that this type of stain is the simple reaction of the melanocyte to the lesion.
It is worth mentioning that the most important thing is to consult a doctor so that he can diagnose the type of stain and recommend the best treatment, according to the particularities of each case.
How to remove skin blemishes?
Below, Elisabete Dobao, a postgraduate dermatologist, cites measures that can be used to remove skin blemishes.
Ointments
The doctor explains that there are ointments in the form of cream, gel, lotion and serum, with their own actives for this purpose (removing skin blemishes).
Oral Medicines
Elisabete Dobao explains that there are oral drugs with antioxidant effects to reduce the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation on the skin. "But without replacing the application of sunscreen," adds the doctor.
Dermatological / aesthetic treatments
Elisabete Dobao explains that, currently, the most used treatments to remove skin blemishes are Crystal Peeling, chemical peels, intense pulsed light and CO2 laser. "That is, accompanied by home medications containing acids for renewal and bleaching, collagen inducers and antioxidants," says the doctor.
- The Crystal Peeling is made by a device with an aluminum powder that promotes slight exfoliation on the skin. After this, an acid is applied to the face and the patient can return home, washing the skin for removal of the product after about eight hours. The result is regeneration, when a new layer of skin is created in place of the layer that has been exfoliated. The expectation is for a smooth reduction in wrinkles, blemishes and an overall improvement in skin texture.
- Chemical peels use chemical solution to soften skin texture by removing damaged outer layers. The formula used by the doctor is adjusted to meet the specific needs of the patient. Although mostly used on the face, peelings can also be used to improve the appearance of skin on the neck and hands.
- Intense Pulsed Light is generated by a device that produces heat in the skin and reaches different targets: melanin, blood vessels and collagen. Therefore, the technique is indicated for the treatment of various lesions such as sunspots, fine wrinkles, facial vessels, dark circles, poikiloderma (spots, vessels and aging of the neck and neck) and hair removal.
- The CO2 laser is indicated for removing blemishes, smoothing out wrinkles and giving firmness to the skin. The laser can reach both the superficial and deep layers of the skin. Thus, it renews the skin, consequently, making it more beautiful.
Makeup Tips to Mask Skin Blemishes
Dudu Castro, Crystal Hair makeup artist, points out that color concealers are the best way to disguise blemishes. For the professional, the yellow concealer is indicated to cover shades of blue, like some dark circles. The green concealer covers reddish imperfections, such as small vessels and acne scars.
"In case of brown spots, which are usually sunny, I suggest corrective in purple or yellow," says makeup artist Dudu Castro.
Marcio Mello, makeup artist of the Éclat salon, points out that after the use of concealer and foundation, the final touch to hide blemishes is the compact powder, the same skin tone, which will evenly smooth the face. ? Spread well across the T zone: on the forehead, nose and chin ?, he says.
Professional Marcio pays attention to the fact that the concealer is always a shade lighter than the skin to disguise dark circles. ? Do not drag the product on the skin, lightly tap to make it more natural ?, ends.
Here's a video tutorial on how to make perfect skin even with acne or blemishes:
Are there any homemade recipes to lighten skin blemishes?
Many people today are looking for home remedies to try to soften the blemishes on the skin. Many bloggers share tips on their recipe blogs that they have already tested and approved. Here are two options for these home whitening recipes:
Recipe to remove stains with olive oil, beans and sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked white beans
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
Method of preparation: Beat everything in a blender. With clean skin apply the mask and let it act for 30 minutes.
Today, much is still said about the combination of Bepantol Derma and Hipoglós to lighten spots on the face and leave the skin, overall, more hydrated and beautiful. The recipe? It's simple:
Bepantol and Hipoglós Recipe to Lighten Stains
- 1 tablespoon of Halibut (ointment)
- 1 tablespoon Bepantol Derma
Method of preparation: just mix until smooth and apply all over the face, letting it work for about 30 minutes. Or, if possible, sleep with the mixture on your face and wash thoroughly the next morning.
There are also some video tutorials talking about? Homemade recipes? to help remove skin blemishes. In the example below, Rachel talks about how to lighten dark circles, armpit and groin:
However, it is worth mentioning: the best option is always to look for a dermatologist who will indicate the most appropriate treatment to eliminate your skin blemishes. Using home remedies can often, as well as not solve the case, trigger other skin problems.
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