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5 Natural homemade treatments to minimize freckles

5 Natural homemade treatments to minimize freckles

Freckles are little spots on the skin as a result from improper distribution of melanin (pigment) in the skin. They are a natural protective body reaction from the ultraviolet rays and they appear on the face, neck, shoulders and arms from childhood. When you reach 20-25 years, the freckles might get more emphasized, but they often disappear around 40-50 year. As a precautionary measure it is recommended that you always use sunscreen to protect your skin against the harmful UV-rays.

Sometimes freckles on the face are attractive and charming and some people consider them as a part of their look. For others, they’re a problem and want them to disappear or at least to be less pronounced. If you have this problem and you want your freckles to be lighter and less pronounced, here are 5 natural homemade treatments to minimize freckles that you can do at home.

Important! Freckles aren’t harmful, but if you want to get rid of them completely, talk to your dermatologist.

5 Natural homemade treatments to minimize freckles

How to prevent the appearance of freckles

Freckles usually appear when the skin is exposed to the sun and people who are really fair skinned or have light skin that burns easily should always protect themselves with sunscreen of at least SPF 15. Also if you tend to get more freckles on your face and shoulders, you can also protect your skin in summer with a wide brimmed hat and light clothing.

Natural homemade treatment to minimize freckles with yogurt

Plain yogurt contains lactic acid which can lighten the freckles. For this homemade treatment for freckles you’ll need: one tablespoon of plain unsweetened yogurt and 1 teaspoon of oat flour or fine oatmeal. Mix te two ingredients well and apply the mixture on a clean face. Leave the DIY homemade treatment for freckles for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

Natural homemade treatment to minimize freckles with lemon

Freshly squeezed lemon juice is another natural ingredient that can help you to lighten the freckles because it contains citric acid which is a natural bleaching agent. To make this homemade treatment for freckles you’ll need: one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, one teaspoon of honey and 1-2 teaspoons of oat flour or fine oatmeal. Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well until you get a slightly runny paste. Apply the DIY homemade face mask for freckles on a clean face. Leave it for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

Natural homemade treatment to minimize freckles with strawberry

Strawberries contain fruit acids which are a natural and gentle exfoliant. They also contain citric acid which will help you to lighten the freckles. Take 2-3 strawberries, place them in a small bowl and mash them with a fork. Add one tablespoon of plain unsweetened yogurt and mix well. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it for 15-20 minutes or until it starts to dry slightly. Rinse the DIY homemade face mask for freckles with lukewarm water and pat dry your face with a towel.

Natural homemade treatment to minimize freckles with honey

This DIY homemade treatment for freckles is really moisturizing and it’s also great for nourishing your skin. In a small bowl add one teaspoon of honey, one teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and one teaspoon of plain unsweetened yogurt. Mix everything well and apply the mixture on a clean face. After 15-20 minutes rinse the DIY homemade facial mask for freckles with lukewarm water.

Natural homemade treatment to minimize freckles with grapefruit

Grapefruit is a citrus fruit and it also contains citric acid which will help you to lighten your freckles. For this DIY homemade treatment for freckles you’ll need: one tablespoon of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, one teaspoon of honey and 1-2 teaspoons of oat flour or fine oatmeal. Place the ingredients in a bowl and mix them well until you get a slightly thick mixture. Apply the DIY homemade facial mask for freckles, leave it for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

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