How to Remove Brown Spots on Skin

Discoloration of the skin is a condition commonly affecting millions of people worldwide. This condition has many medical terms including liver spots, hyperpigmentation, freckles, age spots and brown spots. The most general causes include constant exposure to the sun, pregnancy, medications, disease and aging. These blemishes can show up anywhere on the body, especially on the face. By employing the following treatment, you can effectively remove brown spots on your skin.

Things You'll Need

• Potatoes
• Blender

Instructions

1. Wash some potatoes and chop them into pieces using a clean knife. Ensure that you include the skin. You will eventually turn this into a paste that you will apply on affected areas. Potatoes contain catecholase, which helps to lighten skin.

2. Put your chopped potatoes in a blender to puree. Blend them until they are pasty. Transfer the paste into a clean bowl.

3. Wash the affected area of your skin with antimicrobial soap and water for one minute. After washing, apply the paste using your hand or a clean utensil.

4. Massage the potato paste gently across the skin in a circular motion. Do this for about five minutes and leave on your skin for 30 minutes.

5. Rinse off the potato paste with lukewarm water. Gently pat dry with a hand towel until the area is free of potato paste.

Tips & Warnings

• You must consult your physician before trying any self-treatments for your skin.

References

• The Book of Herbal Wisdom: Using Plants as Medicines; Matthew Wood; 1997
• The Complete Guide To Herbal Medicines; Juan R. Avila and Charles W. Fetrow; 2000

Resources

• Your Skin