Hey all,

I have been receiving lots of queries on how to treat hyper pigmentation at home in a natural way!

Hyperpigmentation is darkening of skin in patches or spots due to excess production of Melanin.

3 types of Hyperpigmentation

• Sun Damage

Most common reason for hyperpigmentation is over exposure to sun. Pigmentation due to sun damage can be seen as light spots on nose & chin which can get darker due to continued sun exposure.

• Melasma

Melasma is discolouration of skin on different part of your face like nose, forehead and around your lips. This type of hyperpigmentation is caused due to hormonal imbalances during pregnancy or when you are on contraceptive pills. Melasma can aggravate due to sun exposure.

• Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Skin conditions like severe acne and eczema can cause dark spots due to increased production of pigments. These occurs after the inflammation has healed.

Here is an easy way to cure pigmentation at home with sandalwood. Sandalwood is safest way to cure pigmentation without any side effects.

Sandalwood powder and rose water for oily skin

2 tsp of sandalwood powder

3 tsp of rose water

Few drops of lemon juice (Optional)

Mix sandalwood powder and milk well to form smooth paste and apply it all over your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse off with cold water and apply toner and moisturiser.

Sandalwood powder and milk for dry skin

2 tsp of sandalwood powder

3 tsp of milk

Mix sandalwood powder and milk well and apply evenly all over your clean face. Wash it off after 20 minutes with normal water followed by moisturiser.

Patch test recommended for both the above mentioned DIY’s

Regular use of sandalwood face packs cures hyperpigmentation, improve skin texture and over all quality of skin.

Applying kumkumadi oil on skin can effectively cure hyperpigmentation.