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Reduce Dark Spot /Scar Around Face and Eyes

Spots are created when hormones start causing excess oil in the pores. If the oil cannot get out of the pore in an even flow, this along with a build-up of dead skin cells form a blockage eventually create a clogged pore. A specific type of bacteria (called propionibacterium acnes) existing in the pore thrives on the oil and the dead skin cells, flourishes, as a result the skin become inflamed. The inflammation and bacteria grow resulting in a pimple.

Spots may also be caused by the collection of lipofuscin in skin cells. Lipofuscin is a brown pigment granule that remains after the breakdown and absorption of damaged blood cells. Deposits of lipofuscin debris increase with aging. They can be found in deep organ tissues as well as in skin tissue.

The face is composed of complicated anatomical components, presenting unique portions, such as the eyes, nose and mouth in a relatively narrow area. Moreover, the facial skin is densely populated by hair follicles and their sweat glands, and its stratum corneum is much thinner than that of the trunk and limbs, although it is always exposed to the environment.

Spots may be due to acne .Acne is caused by changes in the sebaceous glands of the skin, producing a fat in excess,this obstructs the pores generating injuries in the skin,it is known as grains (white points), pimples (white points), blackheads (black points) etc. It is very frequent in the teenagers of both sexes between 12 and 25 years, persisting up to 40 years in some cases; it affects 70% of the juvenile population .

There are four basic skin types:

Dry : tends to be ashy, dull and feels tight- especially after cleansing. Pores are fine. Requires extra moisture and oil.
Normal : in balance. Smooth and moist. Pores are not clogged. Seldom breaks out. Just needs products to keep it in balance.
Oily to blemish prone : appears shiny all over. If blemish prone there will be clogged pores and breakouts. Makeup may not last on this skin or may change colors. Requires shine prevention. May require some acne or blemish control.
Combination skin : will be oily in the "T" zone- forehead, nose, inner cheek and chin. Outside the zone it will be normal or dry. Requires oil reducing in the "T" zone and moisturizers and oil in the other areas.

The shadowing that you see under the eyes is due to a few causes: fatigue, genetics, how deep-set your eyes are and the number of tiny blood vessels near the surface of your skin. It is more common among women of certain ethnicities, including those of South Asian descent. Although there are eye creams that claim to lessen the appearance of raccoon eyes, I don't know of a miracle product that is a sure thing. The best solution is a little under-eye concealer. Be careful to find the right shade - the wrong tint or too much will call even more attention to the area.

Facial exercises will help to tone and firm the face for you. And really, you're at the best age to get started. Also don't despair too much yet. Although you may have full cheeks now, as we age, we tend to slim down in the face. This has probably more to do with damage to the connective tissue of the face from sun exposure than anything else.Vitamin A creams quicken cell turnover and can stimulate collagen and hyaluronic-acid production so skin is plumper and more moist.

Brown spots are otherwise known as solar lentigenes, age-spots, liver spots and hyper-pigmentation and are easily treated and removed with a laser, usually removed in only one or two treatments.Expensive laser treatments can reduce sun spots. Also, scar-reducing creams or skin-evening creams (as they claim) will reduce the look of them.

Last year, over seven million people in the U.S. had some sort of cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgery, laser peels, and Botox® injections are all popular options for reducing wrinkles. But skin care specialists will tell you there's a better way to treat your skin, without going under the knife and without injecting toxins into your body.

Fotofacial is a non-abrasive and non-invasive rejuvenation of your skin using the remarkable new technology of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). IPL Fotofacials can improve the signs of sun damage, rosacea and brown spots on the face, hands and body. It has also been used to reduce the appearance of mild acne scars, dark circles around the eyes and fine lines around the eyes and mouth.

Reduce Your Black Spots Naturally (plant extract) :

Make a paste with mehndi and oil and apply on the face
Make a mixture of 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice and glycerin and apply it on the spots
Apply the paste of turmeric and curry leaves on the face and wash it after 15 minutes.
Apply a mixture of mehndi and turmeric. For a piece of turmeric, 2-3 leaves of mehndi are used
Grind dried basil leaf, neem and mint (100 gm each). Add some turmeric powder and rose water to make it in a paste form and apply it on the spots.
Grind betel leaf and add a little coconut oil and apply it on the spots
Soak a chappathi in milk overnight . Make it into a paste and apply it on black heads. Repeat for several days
Make a paste of saffron and add some honey , apply it on the face to remove black spots.
To remove black spots... apply a paste of turmeric and basil.
To remove wrinkles on the face, apply a mixture of sandalwood powder, rosewater and glycerin. Wash with cold water after some time.

For dark circles /spot arround eyes :

Gently wash the face, then apply a skin tightening moisturizer around the eyes.
Under eye bags or puffiness is often caused by fluid build up. To prevent eye-bags decrease salt, alcohol and caffeine intake, and participate in regular aerobic exercise to help drain unwanted fluids.
Reduce eye puffiness by covering closed eyes with cold cucumber slices, tea bags, chilled spoons or gel-filled eye compresses for about ten minutes. The coolness provided will help constrict blood vessels and can assist in brightening tired eyes.
Make a paste from a teaspoon of tomato juice, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, a pinch of turmeric powder and a pinch of gram flour. Apply under eyes for 10 minutes.
Grind a raw potato and add almond paste to it. Use the mixture regularly under the eyes to get rid of dark circles and puffiness.
Increase your daily intake of water to minimum 8 to 10 glasses.
Apply fresh fig on the eyes.
Place two cucumber slices over the eyes and rest for 15 minutes or apply cucumber juice under the eyes.
Getting enough sleep at least 8-10 hours a day, can fade out dark circles
Laser resurfacing might be a good solution

Benefits

Smoothes lines and wrinkles.
Promotes a firmer, more youthful complexion.
Evens skin tone by helping reduce dark spots and discoloration.
Leaves skin feeling clean, fresh, and soft.
Help erase fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area.

Prevention:

Cleanse at least twice a day using lukewarm water and your fingertips to cleanse. Do not use a washcloth as it carries bacteria and causes mechanical irritation. Pat face dry.It can help clean the skin by removing any dirt, pollutants and toxins from the skin, while at the same time provide the skin with high concentrations of active material to fight the problem areas effectively. Apply Pigmentation Repair Formula to dark spots and discolorations. Because some redness may occur, consult your dermatologist if you have sensitive skin.

Once Pigmentation Repair Formula has fully absorbed, apply a thin layer of TiO2 Sunblock to entire face. Exposure to the sun can stimulate pigment production and re-darken areas.Also helps to enhance softness and suppleness, reduce sagging, fine lines and wrinkles and rejuvenate sun-damaged skin.

2 - 3 times a week, massage Microfine Face Scrub into skin after washing face. Allow Scrub to set for 1 - 2 minutes, then rinse completely away. Gentle exfoliation can help shed darkened, superficial surface cells and reveal new undamaged cells.
Minerals like titanium dioxide and zinc create a sheer physical block against the sun. Minerals also reflect light, so face gets less red and appears more radiant.

For extra protection, apply an antioxidant serum before sunscreen. "Antioxidants can prevent and reverse sun damage. Vitamin C, idebenone and green tea are among the most effective and proven to shield skin from harmful rays.

Acne spot may be worsened by stress, so try and reduce it through regular exercise, meditation and relaxation.Try and avoid heavy lotions and sunscreens on the face, particularly if you are prone to spots in the summer months. Women should avoid applying heavy make-up which may make your spots or acne worse.