April 2022 | 5 Minute Read
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Dark armpits, knees, elbows and inner thighs… hyperpigmentation in these areas can be a source of embarrassment for many, especially during the warmer months when clothing becomes more revealing. There is no shortage of facial products on the market targeting dark spots, but the same is not true for the body. So, how do you treat hyperpigmentation? Read on…
Hyperpigmentation, specifically on the body can be caused by many factors, however these are the most common causes and factors you should be aware of:
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If you shave, it is best to shave at night using a shave oil to form a proper barrier on the skin that will reduce the chances of micro-cuts. Also wait 12-24 hours after shaving before applying any body products including deodorant and body lotion.
To learn more about other hair removal methods and their potential to cause irritation and hyperpigmentation, click here.
Kojic acid is one of those ingredients that is not as popular in North America, but is a wonderful ingredient to help treat hyperpigmentation. It is a tyrosine inhibitor which means it prevents dark spots from forming and can effectively minimize dark spot pigmentation.
I developed an all-natural, yet highly effective kojic acid soap called the takesumi bright which be used on underarms, knees, elbows, chest, back, inner thighs and just about anywhere on the body that you have hyperpigmentation. Simply lather for 30 seconds daily on the affect area and rinse off.
Since underarms can be especially stubborn when it comes to treating hyperpigmentation, it will not be enough to avoid irritating ingredients in your deodorant. It’s best to switch to a brightening option like the takesumi bright niacinamide deodorant which combines alpha arbutin and niacinamide to brighten the skin while also controlling odor.
For best results, use the takesumi bright kojic acid bar, followed by the niacinamide deodorant.
If you treat hyperpigmentation without considering sun exposure, your efforts likely be wasted as the sun is one of the most damaging and hyperpigmentation causing factors. Be sure to always use a broad-spectrum SPF when you are going to be in a situation with high sun exposure and be sure to apply regularly. Additionally, wearing a hat, driving gloves and lightweight longer clothing to cover exposed skin will go a long way.
These four tips should help speed up your brightening journey and treat hyperpigmentation issues you may be experiencing once and for all.
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Clean beauty industry maven Madame Sweat (Mary Futher) founded kaia naturals® after spending 20 years working for global beauty companies. After seeing the complexities of underarm problems, she set out on a mission to educate and eliminate the stigma associated with these “unsexy” hygiene issues, providing practical solutions and advice.
If you’re someone who is trying to minimize the dark spot pigmentation on your body then you need to start using this ingredient.
If you’re someone who is trying to minimize the dark spot pigmentation on your body then you need to start using this ingredient.
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