Who doesn’t need clear skin? But often due to excess production of melanin dark spots appear over the face and other body parts. Hyperpigmentation or dark spots also affect a person’s confidence. Worry not, there are various DIY face masks for pigmentation that you can try at your home comfort. But before diving directly into the masks it is essential to know the various other reasons behind the occurrence of hyperpigmentation which are-
- Skin discolouration after a rash
- Melanosis
- Certain medications lead to dark spots
- Pregnancy often leads to melasma
- Liver disease
Here is the list of DIY face masks for pigmentation that you can try at home
Besan Yogurt Face Mask
Ingredients you need:
- Besan (Gram flour)
- Turmeric
- Yoghurt
Preparation and application process
- To prepare the mask it is necessary to mix the flour, turmeric and yogurt in a bowl. The paste can be made with milk instead of water. But it is an optional step you may skip if you want.
- With the help of the brush or with your fingers evenly spread the paste over your face. And let it sit for at least 15 mins.
- Once it is semi dried you may remove the mask with the help of a little water by circular motion. Basically you have to scrub the skin while washing.
Aloe Vera and Chandan Face Mask
Ingredients you need:
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 1 teaspoon sandalwood powder
Preparation and application process
- You can prepare the mask by adding the ingredients along with rose water in a bowl and make a fine paste.
- Apply the paste on the pigmented areas over the face and let it sit for at least 15 to 20 minutes.
- Once it is dried you may rinse it with cold water. This mask can be applied twice a week for better results.
Rice Flour and Milk Face Mask
Ingredients you need:
- 1 tablespoon rice flour
- 1/4 cup milk
Preparation and application process
- To prepare the mask, combine the ingredients in a bowl and form a smooth paste.
- Apply it evenly over the face and leave it for 15-20 mins and let it do magic. Rice flour will help in exfoliating skin and milk will offer nourishment to dry skin.
- Rinse the mask off thoroughly with cold water.
Papaya and Yogurt Face Mask
Ingredients you need
- 1/4 cup mashed papaya
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
Preparation and application process
- First, you need to mash the papaya in a bowl and make a paste by adding yoghurt.
- Apply a generous amount over the pigment areas over your face and leave it for 15- 20 mins.
- Mashed papaya is a powerhouse of enzymes that helps in removing the dead skin and making it brighter and yogurt will hydrate the skin.
- Once it is dried, rinse the mask off from your face with cold water.
Lentil, and Milk Face Mask
Ingredients you need
- 1/4 cup red lentils (masoor dal)
- 1/4 cup raw milk
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Preparation and application process
- For this face mask, you have to start the night before by soaking the red lentils in milk.
- Next morning you can blend the soaked lentil and make a smooth paste.
- You can add turmeric either at the time of blending or after blending.
- Apply this mask evenly all over the face and let it sit for 15- 20 mins.
- Gently scrub your face with your fingertips to exfoliate, then rinse the mask off thoroughly with warm water.
Pigmentation is quite a common problem with many females and going for medication can have unnecessary side effects. So, it is better to first try the home made remedies such as DIY face masks for pigmentation as mentioned above.
Hopefully you will find the above face mask useful and inculcate in your skin care routine because what’s better than a natural all organic face mask prepared at home.
Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. WellBeans does not claim responsibility for this information.
