Brilio.net - Continuous exposure to sunlight can have a negative impact on skin health. In addition to making the skin look dull, excessive ultraviolet (UV) rays can also trigger the appearance of dark spots. Dark spots are dark spots that appear on various areas of the body, especially on the face, arms, and shoulders.
Dark spots themselves are formed due to the accumulation of natural pigments or melanin stored in melanosomes. The main cause is sun exposure, although other factors such as certain skin conditions and side effects of drugs can also trigger their appearance.
Although anyone can experience dark spots, those in middle age are more susceptible to them. In addition, people with fair skin are also more susceptible to these pigment changes because of the more visible color contrast. Although not dangerous, dark spots are often difficult to remove, so many people try to find ways to overcome them.
The most vulnerable part of the body to dark spots is the face because it is always exposed to sunlight. This is why many people try various treatment methods to fade and remove dark spots. Some even choose medical procedures such as laser treatments that require high costs. In fact, there are other alternatives that are more affordable and still effective, namely using natural ingredients.
One of these natural methods went viral through a TikTok account upload @sbhasanniha on April 19, 2023. In the 16-second video, she shows how to remove dark spots using a simple sweetener, namely granulated sugar. In addition, she also added a mixture of coffee powder, coconut oil, and lemon juice as natural skin care ingredients.
"Get Spotless-Radiant-Milky Skin," she wrote in the video, as reported by briliobeauty.net on Wednesday (2/8).
Granulated sugar contains glycolic acid and alpha hydroxy acids that play a role in removing dead skin cells and stimulating the regeneration of new skin cells. With its rough but soft texture, sugar functions as a natural exfoliant that can overcome dark spots and blemishes caused by sun exposure.
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In addition, coffee is rich in antioxidants, especially polyphenols, which can protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays and signs of aging. Using a coffee mask regularly can help reduce the appearance of dark spots, redness, and fine lines due to premature aging.
Coconut oil also has similar benefits because it contains high amounts of antioxidants and vitamin E. The lauric acid and capric acid content in coconut oil is claimed to help disguise dark spots and acne scars.
No less important, lemon is also often used as a natural ingredient to treat hyperpigmentation. Thanks to its high levels of antioxidants, as well as its antimicrobial and antifungal properties, lemon is effective in helping to disguise dark spots and age spots.
Recent trends in skincare also show that the use of niacinamide and licorice extract is increasingly popular as a natural solution to fade dark spots. Both of these ingredients are known to inhibit excess melanin production, thus helping the skin appear brighter and more even.
photo: TikTok/@sbhasanniha
With the ingredients mentioned above, you can make a mask or facial scrub that can be used to fade dark spots. Let's see how to make it below.
Material:
1. 1 teaspoon of coffee powder
2. 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3. 1 teaspoon coconut oil
4. A few drops of lemon juice
photo: TikTok/@sbhasanniha
How to make:
1. Mix the ingredients mentioned in a container.
2. Mix the four ingredients until they are evenly mixed and the texture is like paste.
3. Apply to a thoroughly cleansed face.
4. Gently rub in circular motions for 2 minutes.
5. Leave it for 10 minutes then rinse with water until clean.
6. Continue with the use of your favorite moisturizer.
7. Use this mask or scrub regularly 2 times a week to get a smooth face.
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