Tips to reduce skin melanin

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La melanin it can be reduced thanks to different vitamins. The creams are composed of vitamin A, also called retinol, which stimulates the growth of new cells. Although retinol does not remove melanin, it can replace the hyperpigmentation of the skin thanks to the growth of new cells. Foods rich in vitamins such as carrots, green vegetables, potatoes, or liver should be integrated into the diet. All are products rich in retinol.

Furthermore, the acid ascorbic, also known as vitamin C, has antioxidant properties that infiltrate the skin and help control the inhibition and production of melanin. Therefore, if you expose yourself to the sun and apply creams rich in Vitamin C, its antioxidants will neutralize the cells that produce melanin, and therefore the amount will be reduced. Likewise, vitamin C can be integrated into the diet, since it is found in citrus fruits, grapes, peppers, green vegetables.

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La Vitamin K, the vitamin of the sun, is the only one that the body produces on its own. When you expose yourself to Ray UV, production begins. Today, vitamin K is used in many cosmetic products to help color the skin. Natural production can be promoted by consuming vitamin D supplements, or vitamin K can be found in foods enriched with vitamin D, such as cereals, dairy products, fish and soybeans.

To combat skin problems, the Vitamin E is a good ally. Although it does not act directly on the skin's melanin production, it diffuses pigments that fight melanin and favor the rapid recovery of tone. In other words, it helps the rejuvenation and to the replacement of damaged cells. Vitamin E can be obtained thanks to capsules or by integrating fatty fish, spinach and walnuts in the diet. In addition, there are creams that contain aloe vera or wheat ferment that are ideal for obtaining this vitamin.

On the other hand, it is advisable to ask the pharmacist for advice on a cream adapted to your skin type and help you whiten and reduce blemishes. To work properly, these creams must contain ingredients like retinoic acid, acid azelaic, among other elements that help reduce melanin in the skin.

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Finally remember that if you expose yourself to the sun, you must apply a sunscreen to prevent the UV rays act, which can cause damage to the skin. Over time, if proper precautions are not taken, the skin becomes damaged and blotchy caused by an overproduction of melanin. The use of a sunscreen allows you to control this phenomenon.


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  1.   Ana said

    Sooo interesting. Thanks.