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March 16 2020

Natural Ways To Lighten Dark Upper Lip

Published March 16, 2020

Does your dark upper lip bother you? Well, the first thing you should know is that it is usually should not be a cause for concern. However, discoloration of the upper lip can be embarrassing for some.

If you have an awkward dark upper lip, here are some awesome, proven, and tested natural ways you can try to lighten them.

What Causes Dark Upper Lips?

The most common cause of lip discoloration is hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation happens when there is excessive production of melanin – the pigment responsible for one’s skin color. (e.g., tanning of skin when exposed to sunlight.) While it is harmless, it is sometimes an indicator of another medical condition. Here are the causes of hyperpigmentation:

Pregnancy: Due to hormone level changes, pregnant women are prone to hyperpigmentation.
Medications: Several drugs can cause hyperpigmentation, such as cytotoxic agents, analgesics, anticoagulants, antimicrobials, antiretrovirals, and many more.
Smoking: Exposure to nicotine can result in lip discoloration.
Sun exposure: Exposure to sunlight stimulates the melanocyte-stimulating hormone, which then stimulates the melanin to produce to protect your skin from UV light.
Medical Condition: Some diseases can make your lips look pale and dark such as Anemia.

How To Lighten Dark Lips Naturally

Citrus Fruit

Grab an orange or lemon, or whatever citrusy fruit you may find at home, and then rub its juicy part all over your lips. Leave it until the next morning, then rinse it with cool water. Wait until you see your desired result. Study says that citrus fruits have a substance that can inhibit the production of melanin.

Turmeric

Turmeric is famous for its ability to treat several skin problems. That being said, it is also a powerful tool in lightening dark areas of the body as it can inhibit the formation of melanin. Before bedtime, mix one teaspoon of turmeric powder with three tablespoons of lime juice until it forms into a thick paste. Apply it over your lips and rinse the next morning with lukewarm water.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is popular in the cosmetic industry. It has been used by many as an effective moisturizer in the face and body. But, unknown to many, aloe vera can also be used in treating dark lips. Aloe vera has skin lightening properties called aloin and aloesin, which are proven to have promising results in inhibiting melanin formation.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which helps in lightening pigmentation. But before applying it, make sure you mix it with water first to avoid the unwanted and undesirable result.

Cosmetics

If natural home remedies do not work for you, then your other option is to try a different approach that is approved by medical experts. Here are medical treatments you can use to lighten your dark upper lip.

A woman having a lip lightening treatment

1. Chemical Peel

By applying chemical solutions, especially glycolic acid – the most gentle exfoliant for the lips – the top skin layer of your mouth exfoliates, which then promotes the growth of new and unpigmented skin. A dermatologist must do this procedure as the skin on your lips is among the most delicate on your face, and chemical solutions might burn and easily damage it.

2. Lip Pigmentation Laser Treatment

Lip lightening laser treatment is a non-invasive treatment used in reducing the darkness of the lips. The heat energy of the laser targets the melanin and reduce its formation. It also exfoliates the top layer of the lips and gives it a new and more natural-looking color.

3. Lightening Creams

Lightening creams are also effective in treating dark upper lip, and most of them can be bought over the counter. These topical medications contain skin-lightening chemicals such as hydroquinone and kojic acid.

How To Prevent Your Upper Lip from Darkening

Apply sunscreen with high SPF
Avoid too much exposure from the sun
Apply moisturizer on your lips
Don’t smoke

Bottomline

The skin of the lips is one of the most delicate parts of your face. And while hyperpigmentation should not be a cause for concern, it can make a person feel embarrassed and lose confidence over time.

Several home remedies can lighten your dark upper lip. But if your case is more severe, you might want to consider medical treatments like the ones mentioned above. However, be sure that these procedures will be conducted by a professional to ensure safety.

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If you are looking for a medical spa, we provide the best medical aesthetic treatments here in Royal Aesthetic Center. From facial care to body treatments, you’ll surely have the best result one can have. Contact us and schedule your free consultation today!

About The Author

As an avid beauty fan, Franchette Agatha Jardin wants to spread to the world the ways on how to achieve their dream look. If she recommends something-or anything!-it’s because she already tried it!

A woman undergoing laser hair removal to kill hair follicles.

March 13 2020

Best Ways To Destroy Your Hair Follicles

Peter Heise Laser Hair Removal

Published March 13, 2020

Are you tired of having to shave your legs every other day? Maybe it’s time to seek out a more permanent hair removal solution. Or at least prevent it from growing for a long time.

To do that, you need to take care of the problem at the roots. You need to destroy your hair follicles.

What are hair follicles?

If your hair was a plant, the hair follicles would be its roots. It’s a tunnel-shaped structure, made up of protein cells, that anchors the hair to your outer skin. These protein cells are nourished by blood from nearby blood vessels. This nourishment is what helps your hair grow.

But it does not just promote hair growth. Hair follicles also play a huge role in how your hair looks like and even its color. The shape of your follicles can also determine how curly your hair is.

When hair is pulled out from the follicles, a new one will begin to grow. This is why no matter how many times you pluck or shave, those unwanted hairs keep coming back. Destroying your hair follicles prevents it from growing a new one.

So how do you kill hair follicles? Here are some of the most effective ways you can try.

1. Electrolysis

One of the most expensive yet very effective permanent hair removal treatment is electrolysis. It uses electric currents that flow through very fine needles placed directly into your hair follicles. This process destroys your hair follicles thus preventing hair growth.

Electrolysis can only be done by board-certified dermatologists. Side effects may include pain and redness from skin irritation. It usually takes several sessions before you’ll achieve noticeable results. Each session can cost anywhere from $30 to $100.

2. Laser Hair Removal

Another long-term solution to unwanted hair is laser hair removal. It destroys hair follicles by applying mild radiation through high-heat lasers.

Aside from being considerably cheaper than electrolysis, it can also treat large areas at once. It does not completely get rid of hair but it diminishes hair growth to the point that you don’t need to shave anymore. New hairs will be a lot finer and lighter in color than previous ones. This makes the process best suited for those with fair skin and dark hair.

Here at Royal Aesthetics Center, our laser hair removal system is designed to suit a wide variety of skin tones and complexions. Our technicians also have over 17 years of experience so you can expect flawless results and get your money’s worth every time. Visit our homepage to know more about all of our services.

An image of a laser light destroying hair follicles.

3. Depilatory Creams

If you don’t have the time or the funds to go to medical spas, depilatory creams are great options too. It removes unwanted hair by breaking down proteins in each hair strand until it is dissolved. The dissolved hair can then be wiped off painlessly.

When used correctly, these hair removal creams are generally safe. But it still contains various harmful chemicals. And if you’re not careful, you can end up with rashes, blisters or even chemical burns.

4. Chemical Hair Removers

Aside from topical creams that are specifically formulated for hair removal, there are chemicals present in the things we use every day that can damage the hair follicles. Using these in areas with unwanted hair might be beneficial. But if you care about your crowning glory, keep these away from your scalp.

Sodium Hydroxide and Calcium Hydroxide (Lime and Lye). This combination increases the hair’s PH level until the acidity destroys the follicles.
Sodium Chloride (Table salt). While table salt isn’t toxic, it can dry out your scalp resulting in hair loss.
Potassium Thioglycolate. An active ingredient in hair removal creams, it breaks down hair proteins and dissolves follicles.
Thioglycolic Acid. This does not directly damage hair follicles. But it destroys the protein structure in the hair and skin making it difficult for the follicle to grow more hair.
Diethanolamine (DEA). This synthetic ingredient makes your hair dull, brittle and lifeless – effectively killing it.
Propylene Glycol. It damages cell membranes cutting off nutrient supply in the follicles. This prevents it from growing more hair.
Potassium Hydroxide. This extremely corrosive chemical also damages cells responsible for hair growth.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. A common ingredient in shampoos, it strips the hair of essential proteins and oil. This results in slower hair growth, breakage or hair loss.

5. Natural Methods

If chemicals and mechanical methods don’t sit well with you, here are natural ways to get rid of excess hair:

Sugar wax

As the name suggests, this hair removal wax is made of sugar, water, and lemon juice. It works just like a regular store-bought wax except that it does not contain harmful chemicals. Continuous use of sugar wax can weaken the hair follicle which eventually destroys it.

Papaya Paste

Papain, a special enzyme produced by the papaya fruit weakens the hair follicles. Long-term use of papaya paste can prevent hair regrowth.

Turmeric

This yellow, fragrant spice has been used as a natural beauty remedy since ancient times. Like papaya, it weakens the hair follicles. But it’s mostly used to get rid of facial hair.

Egg Mask

Have you ever noticed that when an egg dries, it creates a transparent film on the surface? You can actually use this film to get rid of unwanted hair. Just mix egg whites with sugar and cornflour to create an egg mask. Let the mixture set on your face for 15-20 minutes until it forms a film. Lifting this film will also remove excess facial hair.

About The Author

Judy Ponio is a huge fan of all things beauty and fashion and she wants to share that with the world. She also loves to write about trending fashion picks and other helpful beauty life hacks.

February 27 2020

Are PRP Injections Effective?

Peter Heise Uncategorized

If you’re looking to get rid of dark circles and puffiness around your eyes, then yes, PRP injections are effective. But unlike facial fillers, you may have to wait for months before you will see significant results.

As its name suggests, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injection does not use chemicals or toxic substances. Instead, it uses the blood plasma that your body produces to tighten skin and bring back its natural glow.

The process involves taking a small amount of your blood and putting it in a centrifuge. The machine’s spinning motion separates the plasma and platelets from the red blood cells. This concentration of plasma and platelets are then injected into your skin.

Aside from being all-natural, PRP injection is also more economical than other treatments. For one, it requires minimal after-care in most cases. Secondly, most people only need 2 to 3 PRP sessions to achieve that fresh, glowing and younger-looking eyes.

How PRP Injections Work

As we get older, our skin slowly loses its elasticity and the ability to heal itself causing it to sag and wrinkle. Unhealthy habits, pollution, stress, and poor diet can also dry out the skin and accelerate the aging process. All these triggers the formation of dark circles and puffy “bags” under the eyes.

By infusing blood PRP directly into the skin, you’re giving it the ability to regenerate and heal itself. The PRP contains certain growth factors, proteins, and stem cells necessary for tissue rejuvenation, especially under the eyes.

Because of it’s regenerating properties, PRP had been used for many years by medical professionals to treat wounds. It’s also used to promote hair growth, reduce acne and surgical scars, stretch marks and skin pigmentations.

Another benefit of its regenerative property is the creation of new blood vessels in the skin. This brings in a fresh supply of oxygen and other nutrients which helps clear away the pigmentation.

Tissue regeneration also helps boost your skin’s collagen and elastin levels. This helps plump out the skin and fill the hollows under the eyes further giving it a beautiful glow.

Since the plasma is produced by your own body, there is little to no risk of allergic reactions. Aside from bruising and swelling in the injected areas (which heals after a few days), no adverse reactions have been recorded from people receiving PRP injections.

Scientific Studies

A study published in 2018 explored the effectiveness of PRP in treating actinic elastosis (solar elastosis) in the lower eyelid area. They administered PRP injections to 20 patients every month for 3 months.

At the end of the third treatment, the researchers noticed a significant improvement in the skin’s overall appearance. Thanks to increased collagen production, the skin’s firmness level is statistically higher than before the PRP treatment. This leads to a dramatic improvement in the skin’s elasticity.

Another study published at the International Journal of Research in Dermatology evaluates the effect of PRP on infraorbital dark circles. A total of 9 patients were given PRP treatments each month in the space of three months. The results were measured using the FACE-Q scales, a revolutionary patient-reported evaluation system for people undergoing facial cosmetic procedures.

Afraid of Needles?

If your fear of needles prevents you from getting a PRP, fret not. Here at Royal Aesthetics Center, we offer fillers and non-surgical eye lifting treatments that don’t involve any needles at very affordable prices. Contact us to know more.

About The Author

Judy Ponio is a huge fan of all things beauty and fashion and she wants to share that with the world. She also loves to write about trending fashion picks and other helpful beauty life hacks.

Natural Ways To Lighten Dark Upper Lip

What Causes Dark Upper Lips?