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Freckles

Natural remedies


Freckles are irregular pigment changes in the skin. They produce brown spots on the skin and are exacerbated by exposure to the sun.

Causes of freckles

  • Overproduction of pigment by the melanocytes
  • Ultraviolet rays from the sun
Fair-skinned, red-haired people are more prone to freckles.

Nutrition for freckles

Diet don't have a big influence on freckles since freckles are due to an overproduction of melanin. However, protecting the skin from the sun help stopping the development of freckles.
A diet rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin A, B, and C help protect your skin from the sun and wind.
Read the interview: Sun & skin damage: is nutrition important in sun protection?

There is no known supplement that affects the development of freckles.

Herbal remedies for freckles

Are there any herbs that help lighten freckles?
  • Horseradish juice is said to be helpful in lightening freckles.
  • Oatmeal dabbed on the skin several times a day
  • A mix of unripe currants, honey and fresh lemon juice (see the recipe: freckle lightening mask). The acidity in the lemon juice has been shown to lighten freckles.
  • Papaya juice, cucumber, onion, parsley, sour milk can help to fade freckles as well. See How to get rid of freckles naturally (leonsbeautytipsandsecrets.com)

Freckles: other advice

  • Be careful with suntanning. People with freckles are more susceptible to sunburns.
  • Be sure to keep your skin moisturized.

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