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How to remove dark spots on hands

Mary Smith
By Mary Smith. Updated: January 16, 2017
How to remove dark spots on hands

Various factors lead to the appearance of dark spots on the skin such as solar radiation, hormonal factors, pregnancy, ageing... These spots may also appear in various other parts of the body, but especially those which are most vulnerable as is the face, the neck and the hands. Furthermore, the latter are in direct contact with countless products and other agents (detergents, soaps, cold...) that can accelerate or aggravate this kind of blemish. So you can combat these marks on your skin in this OneHowTo article we explain how to remove dark spots on hands.

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Steps to follow:

1

Popular wisdom states that prevention is better than the cure, which is why it very important to carry out the necessary actions to avoid the appearance of blemishes on the skin.

2

Thus, you should note that direct sunlight facilitates the appearance of skin blemishes, so reduce the hours you spend in the sun and apply sunscreen, with special emphasis on the hands.

How to remove dark spots on hands - Step 2
3

It will also be necessary to keep your hands well moisturised to avoid the appearance of new marks. You can also apply products that remove blemishes that will lighten these dark spots.

4

Not only must you hydrate on the outside, but also inside. Therefore it will be necessary to drink plenty of water to help your body eliminate toxins and prevent the ageing of the skin.

How to remove dark spots on hands - Step 4
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Further to this you should also follow a balanced diet rich in antioxidants to contribute to maintaining healthy and youthful skin, a fact that will help to remove stains from your hands and prevent more from appearing.

How to remove dark spots on hands - Step 5
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If you're searching for an effective way of removing dark spots naturally, we recommend applying aloe vera gel on your hands twice a day. This will also help lighten the spots and can even remove them. For a more effective treatment it's recommended to use organic aloe vera, this is why at OneHowto we show you how to make aloe vera gel.

How to remove dark spots on hands - Step 6
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The amount of citric acid in lemons can also help remove dark spots. Apply the juice of half a lemon on the blemishes twice a day and this will help your skin regenerate and get rid of old skin cells.

How to remove dark spots on hands - Step 7
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In cases where the blemishes on the hand are many and these run deep, there are medical and aesthetic treatments (laser, chemical peels, IPL...) that can help eliminate them. To do this you will need to visit your doctor or dermatologist to make a preliminary diagnosis to then determine the best treatment.

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Tips

  • Consult your doctor or dermatologist about the prevention and treatment of skin blemishes.
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