Dark spots and hyperpigmentation are common among people of color. Choosing from the many products available to "even" one's complexion can be a bit overwhelming -- and
expensive. Below are some thrifty alternatives that
may be worth trying. Realize that this process may take weeks or longer to experience noticeable results:
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Yogurt and Orange Juice
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Honey and Lemon Juice
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Cucumber and Lemon Juice
All recipes found
here.
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Lemon Mint Honey and Orange
Recipe found
here.
Be sure to use
sunscreen in the daytime to minimize repigmentation of your darker regions.
As always, I encourage you to
seek a real expert -- your dermatologist -- for other options.
What works for Loo's dark spots? Using lemon juice, brown sugar, or L'Oréal Revitalift Night Cream (the most effective + expensive of the three options).
Yesterday evening. Concealer caked under my eyes. Mascara loaded on my eyelashes. Toss in some thick black eyeliner, glamorous eyeshadow, and loose powder. Rummaging through my product stash for something to remove the makeup. Wait. I own none of that stuff. Time to improvise:
Dark spots and hyperpigmentation are common among people of color. Choosing from the many products available to "even" one's complexion can be a bit overwhelming -- and expensive. Below are some thrifty alternatives that may be worth trying. Realize that this process may take weeks or longer to experience noticeable results:
Our current Healthy Hair Feature also shares her skin routine:
