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8 Essential Oils To Get Rid Of Hyperpigmentation

Essential oils is the secret that is used in many beauty tricks. Let us check out the list of some of the essential oils that help to get rid of hyper-pigmentation in this article. There are certain rules while we use essential oils for application. Make sure you understand them before using them.

Hyper-pigmentation is nothing but dark and white patches formed on the skin all over the body. This is not restricted to only face. It is caused by sunburn, post acne, damage due to beauty products. This makes the skin sensitive.

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Essential oils do not have to be used as a direct application especially if you have hyper-pigmentation as the skin is quite sensitive. They need to be diluted and applied.

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Check out the list of eight different essential oils that help to get rid of hyper-pigmentation. Read on and follow the tricks to get a flawless skin in no time.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is very effective for sensitive skin. It helps in curing acne as it has benzoyl peroxide acid present in it. This oil helps to fade away the acne and other facial scars present on the skin and making the skin tone a shade lighter. Thus making it one of the best essential oil to get rid of hyperpigmentation.

Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon juice has many properties that help in skin lightening. The hyperpigmentation caused due to the acne scars can be reduced with the application of lemon essential oil. This oil is an extract from lemon peels. It is rich in citric acid and alpha hydroxyl acid which helps in brightening the skin tone and reducing the pigmentation.

Carrot Essential Oil

Carrot Essential Oil

This is one of the best choice of oil to get rid of pigmentation. Beta carotene present in this essential oil helps to remove pigmentation by hindering tryosinase ( an enzyme that produces melanin. This unique oil helps to reduce hyperpigmentation, dark spots and even melasma.

Frankincense Oil

Frankincense Oil

This oil is mainly used in scar treatment. It has rich woody essence for from the resin of the plant and it is used in incense sticks. This oil has powerful antiseptic, aromatic and healing properties. Frankincense oil is used on dark dull skin to brighten it and give it a natural glow. Hyperpigmentation and acne marks fade away with regular application.

Rose Oil

Rose Oil

Rose oil has been used since ancient times for different beauty remedies. This oil is mainly used to reduce the skin conditions like acne, pimples, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. It also helps to make the skin firm and retain the elasticity. It rejuvenates the skin and brightens the skin and helps in clearing the hyperpigmentation.

Sandalwood Oil

Sandalwood Oil

Sandalwood oil is used in various beauty products as it has many benefits. It helps to soften the skin and relieves rashes and reduces skin irritation. It helps in healing the scar tissue and fades away the marks and discoloration caused due to the skin damage. This is one of the best essential oil to get rid of hyperpigmentation.

Eucalyptus Oil

Eucalyptus Oil

This oil has high potent of healing properties. It is an excellent option to cure headaches, fight respiratory problems and many more ailments. It helps in soothing the skin from sunburns, inflammation and other skin irritations. To reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots make a mix of this oil along with jojoba oil in 1:4 ratio and apply on the skin.

Geranium Oil

Geranium Oil

This oil has a soothing and balancing effect on the body, soul and mind. This oil helps in curing menstrual problems and breast congestion. It is very effective in lightening scars, blemishes and dark spots. It is considered as one of the top essential oil used in treating hyperpigmentation.

These are the few essential oils used in treating hyperpigmentation. If you have a list of essential oils that can be used in treating hyperpigmentation then share with us in the comment section below.

Story first published: Monday, October 12, 2015, 14:35 [IST]
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