How to Reduce Age Spots Without Going to the Dermatologist

Age spots are dark spots on the skin that crop up due to overexposure to sun or malfunctioning of liver. As you grow old, these spots become highly visible. Also known as liver spots or solar lentigo, age spots can be reduced in their initial stages through the use of some home remedies, without going to a dermatologist.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Drink 10 to 12 glasses of water daily, which can help wash away the toxins from your body and reduce age spots.
2. Apply sunscreen lotion of minimum SPF 15 (sun protection factor) every time you go out into the sun.
3. Make dietary changes that are beneficial to your skin. Eat more raw vegetables and fruits that are low in fats.
4. Consume food items that contain vitamins and minerals. Eat carrots, green leafy vegetables, yams, nuts and fish, as they contain potassium, vitamin C, selenium, beta-carotene and bioflavonoids as well as zinc.
5. Apply natural face packs on the age spots. For example, try onion flakes, lime juice, buttermilk, dandelion, castor oil, black walnuts, chick peas, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera or the herb gotu kola (see Tesources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Use makeup such as concealer or foundation creams for hiding scars or spots.
• Combine dietary treatment with proper breathing and light exercises. This will improve your blood circulation and may result in reducing age spots.
• Avoid smoking or consuming caffeine, tobacco, sweets, junk foods, alcohol and fried items.
• Do not make sudden and major changes in your diet.