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Brilio.net - Activities that require you to carry out routine activities outside expose your skin to sunlight. If this activity is carried out continuously without protected skin, it can cause black spots to appear. Please note, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from sunlight is the main trigger for black spots. UV rays stimulate melanocytes, cells located in the basal layer of the skin's epidermis, to increase the production of melanin (the pigment that gives skin its color).
Melanocytes respond to UV light exposure by increasing melanin production as the skin's natural defense mechanism to protect DNA from damage by UV light. However, excessive stimulation can result in uneven melanin production in some areas of the skin.
Excessive melanin is produced then accumulates on the surface of the skin, especially in areas that are frequently exposed to sunlight, such as the face, neck, hands and arms. This buildup of melanin causes the formation of black spots or hyperpigmentation.
Gives an unattractive appearance to the face, making some people want to get rid of black spots. There is one method that you can use besides using whitening cream , namely applying a scrub made from natural ingredients.
A doctor named Ema recommended a mask made from jicama, lime, egg white, powdered milk and oatmeal. Jicama contains a natural whitening enzyme called papain, which helps brighten the skin and reduce black spots. The vitamin C content in jicama helps stimulate collagen production, which can disguise black spots and increase skin brightness.
You can get the benefits of jicama if it is processed properly. Most people use real yam by taking the sediment from the water. According to doctor Ema, this method is not appropriate, because the essential content of jicama is actually obtained from the content that looks clear.
"I saw that some people recommend drying yam bean water in the sun. That's not recommended because jicama is full of vitamin C. What we want to use is vitamin C from jicama. Well, the problem is that vitamin C doesn't tolerate hot temperatures, so if "If you dry it in the sun, the vitamin C could be damaged," explained Doctor Ema, quoted by briliobeauty.net from the YouTube channel dr.emasuperr, Wednesday (27/3).
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Meanwhile, additional ingredients such as lime contain vitamin C, antioxidants, and alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) which can help gently exfoliate the skin and brighten dark areas. The citric acid in lime also helps speed up the regeneration process of skin cells, thereby helping disguise black spots.
Meanwhile, egg whites contain albumin protein which helps tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of black spots. The vitamin and mineral content in egg whites also helps repair skin damage and promotes the regeneration of new skin cells.
Likewise with powdered milk which contains protein and fat. This content is believed to be able to moisturize and improve skin texture. The lactic acid content is useful for exfoliating so it can remove dead skin cells.
The final additional ingredient, oatmeal, is known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. These two properties help relieve inflammation in the skin and reduce redness. The beta-glucan content in oatmeal helps maintain skin moisture and protects the skin from damage caused by UV rays.
To make a mask from the ingredients above, you can follow the tricks shared by Doctor Ema as summarized by briliobeauty.net from her YouTube channel, as follows:
Material:
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- 1 jicama
- 1 lime
- 1 egg white
- 2 tablespoons powdered milk
- 1 tablespoon oatmeal
How to make:
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1. Peel the jicama fruit and wash it.
2. Puree the jicama fruit by grating it.
3. Squeeze and take out the water.
4. Add additional lime juice.
5. Put powdered milk into the container.
6. Stir all the ingredients until evenly mixed.
7. Save the mixture and only use two or three spoons.
8. Mix with blended oatmeal.
9. Stir all the ingredients until evenly mixed.
10. The mask is ready to be applied.
How to use:
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1. Clean your face first.
2. Wipe your face with warm water (to open the pores).
3. Apply the facial mask evenly.
4. Wait for 15 to 20 minutes.
5. Rinse the mask using plain water.
6. Dry your face with a clean towel or tissue.
7. Use this trick regularly to get the results you want.
Jicama can make your face acne free.
Apart from being known as a fruit that is effective in brightening the face, jicama apparently has other benefits for the skin. Jicama contains antioxidants, such as vitamin C, which helps protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. As is known, free radicals can cause inflammation in the skin which will make acne worse.
The vitamin C content in jicama can also help lighten dark spots or acne scars, making the skin look brighter and more even. Reporting from organicbeautyaward.com, the presence of vitamin E in jicama can reduce inflammation and keep the skin rejuvenated. The vitamin E content can also reduce acne and heal irritated skin.
Jicama also contains quite a high amount of water , so it can help maintain skin moisture. Well-hydrated skin tends to be healthier and better able to fight acne.
(brl/jad)
