A lot of women love putting fake freckles on their faces because it makes them appear younger and more interesting. However, no one really thinks about applying fake freckles on their hands because that’s simply unattractive. What’s more, it’s one of the telltale signs of aging — nobody wants to be considered as old!
Red heads and people with fair skin are more susceptible to having hand freckles. Individuals with dark-colored skin may also develop them. Experts say that it’s also genetic in nature at times.
So what’s the number one reason for the formation of those hideous freckles on the hands? Unwanted sun exposure! The UV rays emitted by the sun can cause melanin to assemble, causing those freckles to appear. So in order to keep hand freckles from forming, you need to limit the exposure of your hands to direct sunlight.
Alas, that’s easier said than done! For one, it’s not all the time that you can put on a pair of gloves. You may also forget to regularly apply sunscreen on your hands. Due to all of these reasons, hand freckles can easily show up.
Fortunately, there are so many all-natural ways to deal with those freckles on your hands. Some of the things you will need for the job can be easily obtained from the supermarket — others may already be in your kitchen! Some of the best steps that you may take to make those hand freckles go away include:
Daub Lemon Juice on Them
One of the simplest ways to breakdown melanin responsible for the formation of those hand freckles is the application of lemon juice. Just make sure that the lemon juice you apply is the freshly-squeezed kind for best results. Also, try to let it remain in place for about 15 minutes before washing it off with water.
Go for Lemon and Sugar Scrub, Too
About twice a week, it’s also a good idea to exfoliate the topmost layer of the skin of your hands to make those freckles go away. To do this, grab a slice of lemon and sprinkle some granulated sugar on it. Gently massage on areas of the hands where freckles can be found. Afterwards, rinse off thoroughly with water, pat dry and moisturize.
Count on a Little Honey
There are numerous skin-related concerns that can be remedied by honey, and freckles on the hands are included. What make honey effective against them are enzymes that help breakdown melanin. Daily, apply a little honey on each and every freckle on your hand, and let it stay in place for 10 to 15 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water.
Mash a Piece of Ripe Papaya and Apply
In Asia, ripe papaya is a staple ingredient in so many skin-whitening products. That’s because the tropical fruit is known to contain enzymes that help zap excess melanin. Mashing a small piece of ripe papaya and letting it stay on hand freckles for 15 to 20 minutes is a great way to attain young-looking hands.
Unripe Papaya Works as Well
Can’t wait for that raw papaya you have to ripen? Worry not because it’s also something that can help make those ugly freckles on your hands go away. Using a food processor or blender, turn a small piece of it into pulp. Add a little freshly-squeezed lemon juice and apply. After half an hour, thoroughly rinse off with water.
Rely on Red Onion Juice
Another superb home remedy for hand wrinkles is the juice of red onions. To get started, reach for a red onion and cut it in half. Stash one half in the fridge for later and then peel and mince the other half. Using a cotton swab, apply the juice on every freckle on your hand, and then wash off after 15 to 20 minutes. Repeat twice a week for best results.
