When we were little, freckles were cute and age suited them. But freckles in adulthood make the face older and some can even be dangerous if they change appearance. In this article, we will show you some natural remedies you can use to remove freckles and whiten facial skin without any side effects.

Conventional treatments to remove freckles

There are a lot of whitening creams and chemical exfoliators on the market that can whiten the skin and  remove freckles. However, these types of products are harsh on the skin and can damage it in the long run. 

Other methods such as lasers or ice therapy are also popular today. We always recommend that you consult your dermatologist.

We want to share a few 100% natural ways you can gradually remove freckles.

Warning signs

Freckles and stains are usually an aesthetic problem. But we need to be careful if any of them change size, shape or color, including whether they are painful or uncomfortable to touch. In these cases, you should not use any remedies and you should go to a dermatologist as soon as possible.

Those who are more at risk are those with lighter pigmentation and predisposed to freckles, just like those who are often exposed to  solar radiation.

The first step is prevention

The best way to treat freckles is to avoid the things that cause them:

• Excessive exposure to the sun: You should always use sunscreen for your skin type, a hat and sunglasses if necessary, and avoid the midday sun if possible.
• Hormonal changes during pregnancy: During the months of pregnancy, it is normal for freckles to appear on the skin due to the excess production of melanin. In some cases, these freckles will disappear after pregnancy.

• Use of birth control pills:  These also change hormone levels, just like pregnancy, although freckles often disappear after treatment.
• Chronic acne:  In these cases, the scars caused by chronic acne can cause the appearance of freckles if they are not treated properly.
• Aging:  Lack of nutrients, dry skin, the risk of climate change, and diseases can affect the health and appearance of the skin in the long run.

Lemons: rich in vitamin C.

Lemons are used in anti-blemish creams due to their content of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Apply fresh lemon juice on freckles and stains with a piece of cotton wool. You can also rub the inside of the peel on the skin. Let it dry.

Rose hips to even out skin tone

Rosehip oil is the best means of evening out skin tone and is ideal for way light and  dark spots.  This oil can be used clean and applied clean and undiluted on the skin, twice daily. Store the oil in a dark glass bottle with a hermetic closure to prevent it from losing its properties.

Strawberry mask

This delicious red fruit has the ability to gradually reduce the appearance of dark spots on the skin.  Since it’s a little more complicated than using lemons or rosehip oil, we have two ways you can use strawberries:

• Make a mask with pureed strawberries, smear it on and let it work for an hour. Use this mask once a week.

• Freeze crushed strawberries in an ice tray and rub a cube on the skin. This way you always have them on hand.

Aloe vera for acne

The natural gel from aloe vera is an excellent solution for those who suffer from chronic acne  and are looking to prevent and treat blemishes on the skin.

Aloe vera gel contains healing and moisturizing properties, making it excellent for people with sensitive skin.

It can be used twice daily.

Do not use any of these remedies before you are exposed to the sun.