So what is Hyperpigmentation? Is a type of condition that causes your skin to darken. This can affect patches of your skin or your entire body. For example,  Age spots or known as liver spots, and other skin problems.

Pigmentation refers to the coloring of the skin. Skin pigmentation disorders cause changes to the color of your skin. How? the skin cells produces melanin and the pigment is responsible for your skin’s color.

It is usually harmless, but can sometimes be caused by an underlying medical condition. However, certain medications can also cause your skin to darken and become more of a cosmetic issue for most people. They will normally occur in small patches and cover large areas of the skin, which affect the entire body.

Types of Hyperpigmentation

There are different types of hyperpigmentation, the common ones being melasma, sunspots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

• Melasma. Melasma is caused by hormonal changes and may develop during pregnancy. Areas of hyperpigmentation can appear on any area of the body and they appear most commonly on the stomach and face.
• Sunspots. Also known as liver spots or solar lentigines, sunspots are common. They’re related to excess sun exposure over time. They appear as spots on areas exposed to the sun, like the hands and face.
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This is a result of injury or inflammation to the skin. A common cause of this type is acne.

How it cause?

Sun damage is common cause for skin pigmentation. It usually affect the parts of the body that are exposed to the sun the most. Other causes include:

• certain medications, including chemotherapy drugs
• pregnancy hormones
• endocrine diseases
• melasma
• insulin resistance
• skin irritation or trauma

Best Treatment for Hyperpigmentation

1.Aloe Vera

Contains a natural depigmenting compound that lightens the skin and helps to work effectively as a nontoxic hyperpigmentation treatment.

Apply aloe-Vera gel on to pigmented area before you sleep. After that, wash with warm water the next morning to wash off the dry gel from your face. Repeat daily with the same routine until you skin color improves.

2. Green tea extract

The extract have a depigmenting effect towards this problem when applied to skin. You can just apply on dark spots for a lightening effect. The extract is high on Antioxidant, which helps to reduce oxidative stress by fighting cell damage caused by free radicals.

It also helps to treat a variety of skin problems, such as dermatitis, rosacea and warts. Apply green tea extract to the skin to reduce skin damage caused by sun exposure is also an advantage.

3. Licorice extract

Licorice extract contains active ingredients that have been shown to lighten hyperpigmentation caused by melasma and sun exposure. Topical creams containing licorice extract are available over the counter.

4. Orchid extracts

Orchid extracts are just as effective as vitamin C hyperpigmentation remedies. The extract helps to improve the size and reduce the appearance of dark patches on the skin.

You can find these extracts in skincare products like masks, creams, and scrubs

5. Red Lentils

They are the top ingredients that are use for Hyperpigmentation treatment, and mostly found on face mask. They are rich in antioxidants, which are known to be good for the skin.

Hyperpigmentation is usually a cosmetic concern rather than a medical one. There are several home remedies for pigmentation that can help you lighten dark patches.

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