When the sun shines you want to wear lighter clothes and show skin. It is also a pure organic necessity, since the sun’s rays favor the assimilation of the vitamin D and relieve hot flashes. But it is worth keeping in mind the advice of dermatologists when sunbathing.

In the long run, this is also responsible for the appearance spots on the skin. These types of spots – flat and brown, black or red – appear especially on the skin most exposed to the sun: the face, neck, hands, neckline, shoulders…

They are spots that tend to multiply with age, although they are also common in very light skin. They are considered benign and only represent an aesthetic problem that can be given greater or lesser importance, although if in doubt it is always a good idea to go to the doctor.

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Phytotherapy offers some solutions, which work relatively, and which in any case can provide a clearly preventive effect.

ivy (Hedera helix), remedy for external use

It is a very abundant vine and toxic internally. It contains saponosides such as hederagenin, which revitalize skin cells. It is recommended for hyperpigmented skin, but also to combat and prevent stretch marks, treat shallow scars and promote the dissolution of cellulite nodules.

It is applied to the skin decoction or the tincture in baths or massage. There are also cosmetics that include it.

This natural mask that we present to you in the following video is also very effective.

Rosehip oil (rubiginosa rose)

A classic of natural cosmetics is rosehip oil (rubiginosa rose), antioxidant and vitamin.

Rosehip oil hydratescombats skin photoaging and improves tone and texture.

can be used daily in massage, or in creams and ointments.

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)

Stands out for its power detoxifying and it is revitalizing for the skin.

The herbal tea, internally, prevents and removes impurities; topically by massage or bath, revitalizes the skin with scars and wrinkles.

try it too decoction drink with herbs such as fumaria, mint and horsetail.

Lemon

Lemon is a remedy traditional bleachalthough it is fair to clarify that it does not work for everyone. It is also antioxidant and purifying.

Use it daily, for at least 8 weeks, in touches or massage with gauzebetter with apple cider vinegar and liquefied onion. Leave it on for 30 minutes.

Other remedies

Herbalists propose also white clay, in facial masks for spots on the face and neck. Geranium, frankincense and lemon essential oils have been shown to be quite effective

This article has been prepared with the advice of Josep Maria Teixé, herbalist at El Manantial de Salud.

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