HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES FOR FACIAL PIGMENTATION
Facial pigmentation refers to
brownish yellow discolouration on the face. The discoluration results from
overproduction of melanin pigment by the melanocyte cells. Chloasma, freckles ,
blemishes are the three main conditions
that give rise to facial pigmentation.
Chloasma or melisma is patches
of dark skin that appear on areas of the face exposed to sun.It is commonly
seen in pregnant woman, woman taking birth control pills , and woman taking
hormone replacement therapy during menopause.
Blemishes
can occur as skin discoloration or
dark spots, generally caused by acne breakouts. They can also be
attributed to factors like hormonal imbalance, genetics, improper skin care,
poor diet, sun exposure and aging.
Pimples,
pustules, blackheads and whiteheads can also be categorized as blemishes caused
by clogged pores. The unsightly blemishes can appear anywhere on the body but
are most common on the face, neck, shoulders and back.
Freckles
are small flat brown marks arising on the face and other sun exposed areas. The
colour is due to the pigment accumulating in the skin cells.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
SEPIA
200-
Sepia is one of the top remedies for yellow and brownish discoloration of the
face.The pigmentation is more on the nose and cheeks giving a saddle like
appearance. The face is puffy with blue rings around the eyes.Sepia is a very
effective remedy for facial pigmentation that occur during pregnancy, menopause
and with menstrual irregularities.The patient experiences a bearing down
sensation in the pelvis.A peculiar mental picture of indifference to loved ones
is present in Sepia patients.
THUJA
OCC . 200-Thuja occ.is an excellent remedy for skin discoloration due
to chloasma. Light brown or red pigmented spots are seen on the face . Dry or
greasy skin with brown blotches on the face.The patient experiences heat in the
face.
BERBERIS
AQUIFOLIUM 30—Berberis aquifolium is the top remedy that
clears complexion. It has marked power for clearing off skin pigmentation to
reveal clean, glowing skin. Berberis aquifolium is very effective for clears
off scars from chloasma and acne. There is yellow brown patches on the face.The
skin on the face may be pimply , dry , waxy, rough or scaly. It is effective
for blotches and pimples.
CADMIUM
SULPH 30- Cadmium sulph is prescribed when the skin pigmentation
worsens with sun exposure.The face shows pigmented blotches varying from yellow
, blue to brown in colour.The skin may show scales and cracks.Cadmium sulph. is
also prescribed when the skin pigmentation getting worse when exposed to wind.
SULPHUR
200-
Sulphur is another effective remedy for skin pigmentation due to chloasma.Sulphur
is a good remedy for chloasma that has been treated with external application
in the past. Sulphur patient having dry or rough skin with pigmented
spots.There may be burning or itching on the face. Sulphur is considered the
most suitable medicines for facial pigmentation resulting from cosmetic over
use. Black pores may also seen on the face mainly on nose and chin.
PHOSPHORUS
200-Phosphorus
is a top remedy for freckles when tiny spots appear on the face, especially on
the nose.It is worse during the summer season. The patient has a peculiar
craving for cold things and experiences heat in the cheeks.
LYCOPODIUM
200-Lycopodum
is a top remedy for freckles which is covered on the face.In Lycopodium
patients the skin may turn yellow, blue rings around the eyes.Lycopodium
patients prefer hot drinks and likes sweets.
BADIAGA
30-
Badiaga is considered to be a specific remedy for pigmentation due to freckles.
CAULOPHYLLUM
30-
Caulophyllum is prescribed when pigmented spots appear on the forehead with
leucorrhoea. It is seen in woman with
menstrual and uterine disorders.
CIMCIFUGA
RACEMOSA 30- Cimcifuga is effective for facial pigmentation
resulting from facial blemishes in young women.
AMMONIUM
CARB 30-Ammonium carb is a good remedy for pigmentation due to
freckles. It is seen in stout , obese, sensitive, and chilly persons leading a
sedentary life. Violent itching and burning is present.
KALI
CARB 30-Kali carb is also an excellent remedy for pigmentation due
to freckles.There is discolouration of the skin after childbirth or loss of
vital fluids.
NATRUM
HYPO SULPH . Q- Use this remedy locally and internally for
removal of yellow and brown spots on the skin.
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