Many representatives of the fair sex,who are too keen on epilators and wax, are familiar with the problem of skin pigmentation of the legs firsthand. Unfortunately, brown spots, no matter how much you would like, do not go away on their own. It is necessary to resort to the services of cosmetologists, constantly use special whitening creams. Plus, girls will need to look for another way to get rid of body hair in the future. Otherwise, they will never be able to seduce a guy with beautiful, long and slender legs.
When do pigmentation spots appear?
For the appearance of chocolate brown islandsmelanin is responsible, or rather, its excess or deficiency. If for some reason the production of this very pigment in melanocyte cells is disrupted, then dark or light spots appear on different areas of the skin. This pathology is called hyperpigmentation in medical circles. And every year, girls increasingly go to hospitals with such problems. But why does skin pigmentation occur? In the case of regular or improper use of the epilator, individual hairs sometimes simply begin to grow into the lower layers of the epidermis. And an increased tendency to keratinization is the cause of additional troubles. So, for example, follicles can begin to rot heavily. Later, foci of inflammation form in their place. Fans of epilation try to get the ingrown hair with tweezers or a needle, which entails an increase in the existing problem. And suppuration develops into a local abscess. But this is not the only reason why skin pigmentation occurs.
Diagnosis of age spots
First of all, you should understand that not every stain,which could appear on your lovely legs - pigmented. Any formations on the skin deserve your close attention and, if necessary, timely treatment. Therefore, if you suddenly find any marks on your body that do not go away for a long time, contact a dermatologist immediately. Of course, you should not panic. After all, not all spots on the legs are potentially dangerous. For example, banal irritation often occurs after epilation. Do not worry, the skin pigmentation will disappear on the third or fourth day. Formations on the legs can occur after walking in tight shoes or nylon tights. If there are birthmarks on this area of the body that do not change their color and size, do not itch, you can ignore them. But this applies only to those cases when skin pigmentation does not manifest itself in any way. As soon as any changes begin to occur, then you must immediately see a doctor. By the way, even an injury to the skin can easily cause active hyperpigmentation. And then you will have to say goodbye to short skirts and seductive shorts. After all, "leopard legs" are not exactly what beautiful ladies would like to display for public viewing. It may be that incomprehensible rashes on the legs appeared immediately after using a new cosmetic product, for example, hair removal cream or shower cosmetics. Such allergic reactions usually disappear without a trace and almost instantly. As soon as you understand the cause of the allergy, immediately stop using such products. But if the pigmentation does not disappear, then you will have to go to the hospital.
Deduce the pigment spots correctly
Pigment spots on the legs are very difficult to removeand expensive. Plus, this pleasure takes quite a long time. Today, there are many ways to get rid of this problem. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a specialist in advance and weigh the pros and cons.
- Grinding
So, if you are very afraid of pain andwould like to remove pigment spots as painlessly as possible, then the best option would be diamond peeling or salon laser resurfacing. The recovery time after one such procedure will be about a week (maximum two weeks). This method allows you to remove pigment spots in just one go. However, if you continue to use an epilator, walk with bare legs in the sun, the problem will reoccur.
- Treatment in the hospital
The presence of pigmentation can oftenindicate that there are some problems with the digestive tract or a metabolic disorder. The appearance of dark islets on the skin in some cases may be genetic. In this case, only drug treatment will help. This problem could have arisen due to exposure to ultraviolet, infrared radiation, X-rays. Therefore, if you are worried about skin pigmentation on your legs or other parts of the body, you should urgently consult a doctor. The correct treatment can be prescribed by specialists such as an endocrinologist, dermatologist or vascular surgeon. An unsatisfactory state of the endocrine system, vitamin deficiency and a lack of certain microelements in the body - all this is very closely related to the occurrence of pigmentation of the skin, including on the legs. That is why brown islets can be an alarming signal of a lack of vitamins A, C, PP. While lighter spots may indicate a lack of B vitamins. All this should be an impetus for you to simultaneously with the use of any external ointments, lotions, baths, begin to saturate your body with the necessary substances. To begin with, eat as many vegetables and fruits as possible. Give up empty and harmful food, which does not contain anything useful for your body. Plus, buy vitamins at the pharmacy (but only as prescribed by a doctor!). Often, to effectively combat excess pigmentation, specialists recommend drinking large doses of ascorbic or pantothenic acid, injecting vitamins B1, B6, B12. If the spots are allergic in nature, then the treatment, in addition to external agents, also includes antihistamines. In any case, it is always complex. And each individual remedy is prescribed only by a doctor and only after a full examination. If the spots on the legs have a pink or yellow tint, then there is a high probability that it may be lichen. The main feature of this disease is that the use of many local procedures - various ointments and lotions, only aggravates the course of this disease. And therefore, if you notice spots on your legs of this kind, you should not guess on daisies and take medications at random. A dermatologist can determine the causes and prescribe further treatment. Please note: this disease is also dangerous because it can easily spread to your loved ones. And self-medication usually leads to the appearance of eczema. By the way, if you have been diagnosed with this, everyone you have been in contact with recently should also be examined. Skin pigmentation may indicate some problems in the body. Formations on the body require mandatory diagnosis and the appointment of complex treatment. And do not trust the advice of friends and acquaintances who had "exactly this disease, and got rid of it with the help of a conspiracy."
We get rid of pigment spots on the feet with the help of folk remedies
If your legs are covered with banalpigment spots caused by any serious diseases listed above, then you can deal with them yourself. So, before starting treatment, you need to get rid of existing ingrown hairs and take care to prevent such a problem in the future. To do this, it is enough to regularly use a high-quality scrub. But, unfortunately, this option will not be equally effective for everyone. The fair sex has the hardest time, who have very rough skin. And no such products will help them. Their skin does not respond to the exfoliating effect of store-bought scrubs and peels. Therefore, such girls should resort to less traumatic methods of getting rid of body hair. The problem is that in some areas the skin is prone to increased keratinization. That is, to the formation of a very dense and thick stratum corneum. In this case, folk remedies that you can prepare yourself at home will help. They are usually used before epilation to soften the skin. For the fair sex, it is best to use a homemade salt exfoliant as a scrub. For this, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of iodized sea salt;
- 5 drops of orange or lemon oil;
- 1 tsp cream (any, you can even inexpensively).
Mix everything thoroughly until smooth.mass. The resulting gruel can be used only after your skin is very well moisturized. It is recommended to take a shower or bath before this. You can also make warm compresses using a decoction of herbs and a towel. Please note: moisturizing is important here. This will help achieve softness and pliability of the skin and hair. Just apply the freshly prepared scrub to your feet and hold it for a minute or two so that the salt begins to affect the skin. Only after this can you begin peeling and the procedure for removing hair from the body (epilation or depilation). By the way, do not forget to test the product beforehand to avoid an allergic reaction. This procedure can be carried out 2-4 times a week. It is advisable to do it at night so that the cleansed skin of the legs is not exposed to the harmful effects of sunlight. It is also not recommended to put on tight jeans or tights in the next couple of hours so as not to damage the treated areas with rough material. The next step will be the direct elimination of age spots on problem areas of the skin. For this, we will need a more effective product. For example, masks made from sponge and hydrogen peroxide are great. They have excellent lightening properties. However, you should be careful so that white spots do not appear instead of dark ones. So, to prepare a miracle mask, you will need sponge powder in bags, which is sold in pharmacies, and hydrogen peroxide. First, take a shower to wash off the remaining dirt and dust, and also to soften the skin. Apply the thick mixture to your feet. Keep it on for 15 minutes. Then wash everything off with water, and apply a nourishing or moisturizing cream to the treated area. Please note, the key word here is “withstand”, since it will sting very badly! But if you cannot stand it, immediately wash the mask off your skin. Unfortunately, this method is absolutely not suitable for people prone to allergies. Plus, if you cannot stand such unpleasant sensations for a quarter of an hour, then it is better not to take it on. Choose a much more pleasant method. In order to completely get rid of brown spots, you may need 5-12 such procedures. Be prepared that after a week of using such a mask, your skin will be extremely dry and will start to peel. But the result will exceed your expectations. In addition, the positive effect will last for quite a long time.
