How to remove age spots on the face - effective methods and procedures

Blue lips are a fairly harmless symptom at first glance. Blue lips are most often not perceived as a sign of any disease, but are associated with exposure to low temperatures on the body. It is not possible to unambiguously explain why lips are blue, since a change in their color is not always associated with cold. Blue lips during hypothermia are explained by a narrowing of the blood vessels, and as a result, they are not filled with blood. This reaction is protective - the body provides nutrition to vital organs such as the brain, heart, kidneys, etc.

Blue lips can also be observed with cardiovascular pathology, lack of oxygen, anemia, etc.

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Possible causes of age spots

Among the main reasons that cause the appearance of unsightly age spots on the face are the following:

• Hereditary predisposition. Such spots include, for example, nevi, which are formed due to the uneven formation and distribution of melanin in skin cells. Most often they are beige or brown in color. Every person has a certain number of congenital age spots. However, if they begin to enlarge, become injured, or there are too many of them, this can lead to the development of cancer, and therefore such spots must be removed in a timely manner.
• Exposure to ultraviolet rays. Prolonged and heavy sun exposure often leads to the formation of age spots, such as freckles. This is due to excess melanin production when exposed to ultraviolet rays. In this case, it is possible to avoid the appearance of age spots if you use protective creams before sunbathing. This is perhaps the only reason that you can eliminate on your own, although consulting a good cosmetologist in this case will not be superfluous. Currently, there are a lot of drugs that can eliminate or “whiten” such age spots very quickly.
• Use of low-quality cosmetics and perfumes . The appearance of age spots is associated with exposure to harmful components that are part of such products and directly affect the skin. Treatment will be required here.
• Folic acid deficiency . Occurs in the body during certain diseases of the circulatory and immune systems. As a result, skin changes are observed, which are manifested by the appearance of age spots. Folic acid may be insufficiently supplied from food and may be observed in folate deficiency anemia, pregnancy and a number of other conditions. A lack of vitamin C and copper in the body can also cause the appearance of age spots.
• Age-related skin changes . They appear after 50 years and are signs of age. These spots are called lentigo spots. They occur in areas that are most frequently exposed to ultraviolet radiation, namely the face and hands. Their occurrence is associated with biological changes occurring in the skin; menopause and increased estrogen levels cause an increase in the number of such spots.
• Hormonal changes . They are one of the most common causes of age spots.

Very often, so-called chloasma occurs on the face, abdomen and around the nipples and genitals of pregnant women. The formations are characterized by a very specific location. For example, on the face they are usually on the bridge of the nose, temples, chin or upper lip, forming the so-called pregnancy mask. The reason for their appearance is a change in the general hormonal background, which means changes in the content of estrogen and progesterone, which, while expecting a baby, are present in a woman’s body in a different proportion than at normal times.

Chloasma that appears during pregnancy tends to disappear on its own after childbirth. Accordingly, no special therapy is required in this case. But to try to avoid their appearance, you should spend less time in the sun, eat healthy and balanced, and do not experiment with cosmetics. You can lubricate your face and other dangerous areas with special creams with a high content of folic acid, which are available in a wide range today.

Hormonal imbalances are observed not only in pregnant women. Fluctuations in the level of progesterone and estrogen, which occur during the normal physiological cycle in women, can also cause age spots on the face. This is called melanosis, in the formation of which an increase in the level of estrogen plays a significant role, which stimulates the formation of melanin. More often, this problem is typical for brunettes whose skin belongs to the fourth phototype. The spots that form in this case are uneven in shape and are located on the forehead, temples, cheeks, in the area of ​​the upper lip and above the upper lip.

Taking oral contraceptives , as well as topical estrogen, can also cause spots to appear. The appearance of chloasma is accompanied by the onset of menopause. The reason for their occurrence also lies in the level of estrogen and an increase in the synthesis of pigments.

Many serious diseases are also accompanied by an increase in the level of estrogen in the blood and, as a result, the formation of age spots on the face. This may include:

• thyroid diseases that affect hormonal levels in the body;
• ovarian cysts and tumors;
• panhypopituitarism;
• pituitary tumors accompanied by increased production of estrogen;
• pathology of the adrenal glands;
• stress;
• obesity (estrogens are produced by adipose tissue);
• some diseases of the liver and gall bladder.

It is quite difficult to deal with spots that arise due to hormonal disorders. Sometimes it is not enough to identify and eliminate the causes that led to their formation, and in some cases it is difficult to completely get rid of the disease itself. In such a situation, women often resort to the help of cosmetologists to cope with the problem. However, if the underlying cause continues to adversely affect the body, the spots will appear again.

• Features of metabolic processes . Metabolism in the body is very important. Some diseases lead to its disruption. As a result, excess melanin production occurs and pigment spots form. Gallstone disease, hepatitis A, diseases that lead to impaired absorption of vitamins and minerals in the intestines can also cause the formation of age spots.
• Nervous disorders . Stress is, although not the most common, one of the reasons for the appearance of age spots.

Homeopathic medicines

The success of homeopathic treatment, first of all, lies in an individual approach to each patient. The homeopathic doctor prescribes a drug suitable for the constitutional type of the patient . In this case, the chosen remedy will affect the health of the body as a whole .

Depending on the type of stain on the lip and the patient’s psychotype, the following drugs may be prescribed:

1. Arnica (Arnica montana). The drug promotes the resorption of compactions and is used to treat warts and venous nodules on the lips. The constitutional type of Arnica is full-blooded, good-natured people. Most often they are friendly, but during illness they become moody and irritable.
2. Calcarea fluorica. Effectively fights vascular tumors, increases the tone of capillaries and blood vessels, and helps in case of helminthic infestation. Prescribed to patients with malocclusion and severe asymmetry of the bone skeleton.
3. Silicea . The product effectively fights papillomas and helps eliminate hyperpigmentation on the lips. Psychotype - thin, sickly people who tend to get nervous over trifles. They often freeze and do not tolerate mental stress well.
4. Phosphorus (Phosphorus). The drug is prescribed if the appearance of defects on the lips is caused by dysfunction of the liver and adrenal glands. The constitutional type of the drug is tall, stooped people with soft blond hair. The character is sensitive, touchy and vulnerable.
5. Bellis perennis. The drug fights the manifestations of excessive pigmentation on the lips and has whitening properties. Most often prescribed to older people who complain of constant fatigue and memory problems.

The popularity of homeopathic treatment is primarily due to the proven effectiveness of the drugs . In addition, the absence of side effects that often occur when using traditional medications can be considered a big plus. Any drug is prescribed individually by a homeopathic doctor , therefore, when a blue dot appears on the lip, consultation with a specialist will be the first step towards a successful cure.

Treatment

Age spots are not an independent disease, but a symptom. Therefore, before treating pigment spots that have arisen, it is necessary to find out the cause of their formation, and for this you will have to undergo examination by a gynecologist, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist and neurologist. Treatment begins with treating the underlying disease, and only then does it make sense to begin to discolor spots and eliminate skin defects.

Among the methods for eliminating age spots, the following are currently widely used:

• laser removal. This is one of the most effective and harmless ways to get rid of age spots.
• chemical peeling, which is effective only on superficial stains;
• photoremoval (photorejuvenation);

The treatment option must be determined by the doctor, since only a specialist can, taking into account the characteristics of the skin and the condition of the patient’s body, identify all possible contraindications.

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Is it possible to remove age spots on the face using folk remedies?

If the pigmentation is severe, only a professional cosmetologist will help you get rid of it. Small, dim spots and freckles can be easily lightened with the help of components that are always on hand:

• lemon;
• parsley extract;
• cottage cheese, whey and yogurt;
• cucumber;
• potato;
• buckwheat and oat flour;
• Apple vinegar;
• aloe vera;
• cosmetic clay;
• milk;
• strong infusion of green tea;
• licorice extract, orchid extract and so on.

The components can be mixed, pharmaceuticals and vitamins can be added. After the whitening procedure, it is imperative to take care of moisturizing and softening the skin.

When to worry

If bluish spots or dots appear on the lips, it is necessary to establish the cause of this symptom. If the cause is trauma, biting or other negative factors, the problem usually goes away on its own within a few days.

If the symptoms do not go away, the spots increase in size, pain and other alarming signs appear, you should not ignore them. It's better to see a doctor.

Diagnosis of melanoma of the mucous membranes

When diagnosing mucosal melanoma, mistakes often occur. Due to its hidden position and lack of noticeable early signs, detection of mucosal melanoma is usually delayed.

When diagnosing a primary melanoma, especially a rare one, it is important to exclude the possibility of metastatic lesions from the primary cutaneous or ocular melanoma.

If melanoma of the mucous membranes is suspected, endoscopic examinations are performed:

• tracheobronchial tree;
• upper respiratory tract;
• esophagus and stomach;
• large intestine;
• rectal segment.

During the diagnostic procedure, the doctor takes fragments of the changed mucosa for analysis. A biopsy of a sample of suspicious tissue and subsequent pathological examination are the main points in the diagnosis of mucinous melanomas.

Amelanotic forms of tumors, which are often found among mucosal lesions, further complicate diagnosis. Immunohistochemical staining of the material to detect tumor protein (S-100, HMB-45, Melan-A, Mart-1) and the tyrosinase enzyme helps in the diagnosis of non-pigmented forms of the tumor.

If the prevalence and metastasis of mucous melanomas is suspected, a body scan with visualization is performed: CT, PET CT, MRI.

What groups of ingredients are used to lighten skin?

Representatives of these groups should be sought in the compositions of combination drugs.

1. Tyrosinase inhibitors – azelaic acid, arbutin, flavonoids, resveratrol .
2. Destruction and reduction of melanosomes: niacinamide, soy extracts .
3. Inhibition of DOPA and dopaquinone synthesis: kojic acid.
4. Exfoliation of the stratum corneum: AHAs and retinoids.
5. Stimulation of the conversion of melanin to leukomelanin: vitamin C, E and glabridin.

Summary : to effectively lighten pigmentation and reduce the likelihood of side effects, it is more advisable to use combined preparations containing ingredients from different groups.