Age Spots

See also : Freckles

Home remedies

• Rub fresh Aloe Vera juice on the spots twice daily for two months.
• Rub castor Oil on the spots every morning and evening.
• Mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with one teaspoon of orange juice. Apply on a cotton pad and bandage it to the area.
• Eat four fresh bilberries daily, or take 80 to 160 mg of bilberry extract.
• Apply organic Buttermilk to the spots. The lactic acid in buttermilk helps to restore the skin.
• Every evening mash about 1/3 cup of chickpeas and make a paste by adding a little water. Leave it on until it completely dries, and then wash it off.
• Break the stem off a dandelion and rub the sap on the spots two to three times a day. It is said that Will Greer (Grandpa Walton) used this method successfully in treating his age spots.
• The Chinese herb, Gotu Kola, is said to clear up age spots, sometimes in only a few days. Add 1/8 teaspoon of the powdered herb to herbal tea, or you can just add it to hot water, mixing it with 1/8 teaspoon of ginseng and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Apply fresh lemon juice to the spots twice daily.
• Papaya is a valuable fruit for fighting against wrinkles and blemishes. Papaya is rich in vitamin A, E, C enzymes, and antioxidants, which clean the skin of dirt, acne, and dark spots, and moisturizes it giving the skin a clean and clear complexion.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.