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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation

by Top10HomeRemedies Team
April 4, 2019
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Hyperpigmentation of the skin can cause uneven color and dark patches. Excessive production of melanin is responsible for this condition. Hyperpigmentation can occur on almost any part of the body, including the face, neck, hands, arms and legs.

The root cause of excess melanin production is generally attributed to internal factors like hormonal changes in the body, pregnancy and various health problems. External factors like excessive sun exposure, skin injury, burning, emotional stress or contact with certain chemicals can also cause hyperpigmentation.

You can get rid of hyperpigmentation naturally with the help of some simple and easy home remedies.

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Here are the top 10 ways to get rid of hyperpigmentation.

Contents

  • 1. Lemon
  • 2. Raw Potato
  • 3. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 4. Vitamin E
  • 5. Turmeric
  • 6. Aloe Vera
  • 7. Orange Peel
  • 8. Avocados
  • 9. Sandalwood
  • 10. Almonds

1. Lemon

Lemon contains citric acid that helps bleach the skin, making it a popular home treatment for hyperpigmentation. This natural bleaching agent can effectively fade dark blemishes on your skin.

  • Extract fresh lemon juice and rub it on the skin using a cotton ball. Leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes, and then wash it off with water. Follow this remedy twice daily for a few months until you notice improvement.
  • Alternatively, you can prepare a facial mask with equal amounts of lemon juice and raw honey. Mix the ingredients well and then apply it to the affected skin. Cover the skin with a warm towel for 15 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this once a week for a few months.

Note: Those who have sensitive skin must dilute the lemon juice with a little water before using it.

2. Raw Potato

Raw potato works very well to help lighten hyperpigmented skin as well as other spots and blemishes on the skin. Potatoes contain catecholase, an enzyme that is believed to help lighten skin tone.

  • Peel a potato and cut it into thick slices. Put a few drops of water on the surface of a potato piece and then rub it on your skin for five to 10 minutes. Then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this three or four times a day for at least a month.
  • Grate one medium-size potato and squeeze the juice out of it. Add an equal amount of lemon juice to it and mix well. Apply the solution on the pigmented area and leave it on for about 20 to 30 minutes before washing it off. Do this twice daily for a month.

3. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is simply miraculous when it comes to reducing the appearance of dark patches on the skin due to hyperpigmentation. It has excellent skin lightening as well as astringent properties that can help restore your skin’s natural color.

  • Mix equal amounts of apple cider vinegar and water. Use this solution to rinse the affected area. Leave it on for two to three minutes, and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy twice a day for a few weeks.
  • Alternatively, add two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to half a glass of warm water. Then mix in one teaspoon of honey. Drink this solution twice a day, morning and night, for a couple of weeks until you notice improvement.

4. Vitamin E

Often referred to as the skin vitamin, vitamin E is an obvious treatment for skin hyperpigmentation. Being an antioxidant, vitamin E neutralizes the effects of harmful UV rays of the sun and repairs and protects the skin.

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  • Puncture two or three vitamin E capsule and put the contents in a bowl. Add three or four drops of castor oil to it and mix well. Apply the mixture on the affected skin before going to bed. Rinse it off the next morning. Follow this remedy daily for two to three weeks.
  • You can make a homemade mask with one-half cup of Fuller’s earth, one tablespoon of blended papaya and the contents of two vitamin E capsules. Mix the ingredients together to form a thick paste. Apply the mixture evenly on the affected area, leave it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Repeat this regularly, once a week.
  • You can also massage vitamin E oil into the affected skin for 10 minutes twice daily to reduce hyperpigmentation. Follow this simple remedy for a few weeks until you get positive results.

5. Turmeric

Turmeric has bleaching properties that can help get rid of the symptoms of hyperpigmented skin. Plus, turmeric can keep the skin free of infection.

  • Mix one teaspoon each of turmeric powder and lemon juice. Apply it on the affected area. Allow it to sit for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with cold water. Avoid going out in the sun for an hour after following this treatment. Do this once daily before showering to maximize results.
  • Alternatively, you can make a paste by mixing five tablespoons of turmeric powder with 10 tablespoons of milk. Apply this paste on the affected skin and gently massage for five minutes. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with warm water.

6. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera works excellently on hyperpigmented skin due to the presence of mucilaginous polysaccharides in the gel. It can remove the dead skin cells and promote regeneration of new skin cells.

  • Before going to bed, apply some fresh aloe vera gel on the hyperpigmented skin and leave it on overnight. Rinse it off in the morning. Follow this remedy daily for a few weeks to get positive results.
  • Combine two tablespoons of aloe vera gel and one-half tablespoon of raw honey. Mix well and allow it to settle for 10 minutes. Now apply the mixture to the pigmentation and let it dry naturally. After 20 minutes, wash it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy once daily for at least two weeks and every other day thereafter until you get the desired results.

7. Orange Peel

orange peel

Next time you eat an orange, keep the peel. It contains citric acid that has bleaching properties and can help get rid of dark patches on skin.

  1. Add one teaspoon each of lemon juice, milk and honey to one tablespoon of dried orange peel powder. Mix all the ingredients well to get a smooth consistency.
  2. Apply the paste on the affected skin.
  3. Leave it on for about 20 minutes, and then massage gently.
  4. Finally wash it off with lukewarm water.
  5. Follow this treatment at least three or four times a week to encourage cell renewal and reduce dark skin patches.

8. Avocados

avocado

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Enriched with fatty acids, vitamin C and oleic acid, avocados can effectively help reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Plus, the various enzymes and high amount of vitamin E in avocados can also reduce pigmentation.

  • Mash one ripe avocado into a smooth paste. Apply the paste on the affected area. Leave it on for half an hour, and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy twice daily for at least one month to get positive results.
  • Alternatively, mash half of a ripe avocado into a smooth paste and mix in two teaspoons of honey and one teaspoon of milk. Apply the paste on the affected area. Allow it to dry on its own and the rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this once daily for a month.

9. Sandalwood

sandalwood

Sandalwood is known to enhance skin complexion and it also works effectively for hyperpigmentation or other types of skin blemishes. It is a stimulant, cooling agent and blood purifier. All these properties work together to reduce the appearance of dark patches and give your skin a natural, youthful tone.

  • Mix two tablespoons of sandalwood powder with enough rose water to form a thick paste. Apply this mask over the affected skin area. Leave it on for half an hour, and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy twice daily for a few weeks to get positive results.
  • Alternatively, make a paste using two tablespoons of sandalwood powder, one tablespoon of turmeric powder and three to four tablespoons of milk. Apply it as a mask on the affected skin. Allow it to dry on its own and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy on a daily basis to reduce discoloration.

10. Almonds

almonds

Being a rich source of vitamin E, almonds are good for skin and especially hyperpigmented skin.

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  1. Soak five almonds in water overnight.
  2. Next day, remove the almonds from the water and grind them, adding milk to get a fine paste.
  3. Add one teaspoon of honey and few drops of lemon juice to the paste and mix well.
  4. Spread the paste over the affected skin before going to sleep.
  5. Wash it off in the morning with cold water.
  6. Follow this remedy every night for two weeks, and then do it twice weekly.

You can also eat almonds on a regular basis to minimize hyperpigmentation.

Along with these remedies, there are many preventive measures that you need to bear in mind. For instance, to prevent hyperpigmentation, avoid excessive sun exposure and if required to go in the sun then apply a sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30.

Also, reapply the sunscreen every three hours. Plus, to enjoy healthy skin you must follow a proper skin care routine – cleansing, toning, moisturizing and exfoliating.

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Comments 51

  1. generosa says:
    7 years ago

    Nice info.i want to bu updated everyday thnks.its a great for me as an aging mom 57s

    • Syed tawseef says:
      5 years ago

      I like to b updated with the latest information

      • Alok Verma says:
        5 years ago

        Kindly let me know if you have a permanent solution to this
        regards, Alok

  2. ABIGAIL OWUSU says:
    7 years ago

    is it for all skin types

  3. Gerlie Biete says:
    6 years ago

    I really enjoy reading them so interesting and helpful. Thank you so much for the info. Best of luck☺

  4. tsering says:
    6 years ago

    good info

  5. sapna semwal says:
    6 years ago

    its a very good information for ever girls! thanks

  6. TJ says:
    6 years ago

    Yeah great info. I also very much agree with the apple cider vinegar as it is very helpful and gives noticeable results in a couple days

  7. jojo says:
    6 years ago

    oh my god thanks so much i used the patatoe and it worked

  8. Nethra says:
    6 years ago

    Nice solution thanks who update this

  9. sugan says:
    6 years ago

    Good info

  10. dekyi says:
    6 years ago

    Castrol oil mixed with vit e capsule work really awesome on face…I have tried it for months…now I am experiencing amazing with my skin.

  11. ritam says:
    6 years ago

    very beneficial informations.it has no side effects. cheap& best

  12. Ejirex says:
    6 years ago

    am sure i will try it…tanks for the update

  13. sarah says:
    6 years ago

    It seems to be really helpful to those women who are tired of pigmentation
    Whoever try them please write a comment how helpful they are to encourage others.
    Many Thanx

    • Henna says:
      4 years ago

      I actually suffer from hyper skin pigmentation and the lemon rubbing actually stings

  14. sarah says:
    6 years ago

    Dont forget you can apply fresh pomeganade juice on ur face as well
    It really helps

  15. Ahmed says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for the article .. I”ll try the first two ..I’ve hyperpigmentation..and I’m a guy

  16. Tofa says:
    6 years ago

    I hope it will work for me

    • Tofa says:
      6 years ago

      I will try vitamine E I it will works for me thanks

  17. Amel says:
    6 years ago

    Amazing, thank you very very much, i used apple cider vinager and i already see the results, umbeleivable

  18. endriqa says:
    6 years ago

    Can’t wait to try the Lemon juice method …..hope it works

  19. Luna says:
    6 years ago

    not sure about about the castor oil thought as it stimulates fine hair growth

  20. maros says:
    6 years ago

    thanks for the info. the apple cider vinegar is efectivo 🙂

  21. ruth says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks….gong to try out

  22. Mehnaz says:
    6 years ago

    willing to try this treatment .

  23. Lena says:
    5 years ago

    Ginger juice also works best..

  24. minakshi says:
    5 years ago

    thank u so much for your tips for my pigmentation….

  25. veena says:
    5 years ago

    I am happy for this recipe.I will try the lemon,aloe vera and apple cider vineger

  26. Asha says:
    5 years ago

    I really would like to try these remedies. Will it however work on my arms I have terrible spread of very dark pigmentation and havent found a remedy yet.

  27. Ndumi says:
    5 years ago

    I will try these home remedies than you very much for the information

  28. Sameera says:
    5 years ago

    Tnx so much I will try this

  29. roshni says:
    5 years ago

    Will difnitly try these remedies

  30. luni says:
    5 years ago

    I’ll try,hope to get positive result, thank you.

  31. sonia says:
    5 years ago

    it sounds very effective for pigmented skin i am trying potato juice and lemon for my pigmented skin and it is giving positive result.

  32. Godson says:
    5 years ago

    So insightful and of course helpful. You didn’t just list the remedies but you took your time to explain in detail several home remedies and the procedures involved. Thank you so much. It will be of meaningful help to my wife.

  33. Alok Verma says:
    5 years ago

    Great advice , many thanks.
    When i keep using these the darkness remains suppressed ; when i stop ( especially going on tours for 8 to 10 days and moving outdoors) doing it . The darkness bounces back .
    Kindly suggest some kind of a permanent solution .
    with best regards

    • alma says:
      4 years ago

      use sunscreen every time you go outdoors!

  34. CP Palayon says:
    5 years ago

    Thank you for all the info. Ill try to use one of them. Hope it work for me too.

  35. futty says:
    5 years ago

    m trying the aloe vera remedy … thnx u so much for the info hope it will work for me too.

  36. Erica says:
    5 years ago

    Hope people can update if something really works ?
    Im trying both the potato remedy and the aloe vers gel, from today on.

  37. Indu says:
    5 years ago

    Raw milk +lemon juice (mixed )mask also helps in reducing pigmentation. .must try

  38. Vellis says:
    4 years ago

    Apple cider vinegar does not work to lighten hypetpigmentation. Have been using for months with zero results.

  39. Mandy says:
    4 years ago

    Hello, I have damaged on my arms from laser therapy. I looked like a zebra when they where finished with me. Three years on & the scaring is still there after many home remedies Im still have very pigmented damaged skin. Any advice would be very welcome.

  40. Deepthi says:
    4 years ago

    Thanks for the info.I am going to try aloe vera remedy.can I leave overnight on ful face.I have pigmentation on face.

  41. Queenie says:
    4 years ago

    The turmeric will stain your skin!

  42. Cindy says:
    4 years ago

    Turmeric can be easily removed with grape seed oil.

  43. maduki says:
    4 years ago

    thanks so much for the information

  44. shy says:
    3 years ago

    thanks for the information, i will try lemon and potato .

  45. Brown Belinda says:
    3 years ago

    Am gonna try de aloe vera remède n see de résult.i hope it gonna wrk. Thanks for de information

  46. Thembi says:
    3 years ago

    Thank you.i will try lemon juice en olive oil

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