How to lighten facial skin from age spots with retinoids

General information

An ointment based on sulfur is widely used for various diseases of the dermis. The simple composition makes the ointment accessible to different segments of the population, because prices per jar start at only 28 rubles.

The drug is used not only to relieve unpleasant symptoms, but also as the main medicine that can eliminate the cause of the disease. The main component, which is sulfur in its pure form, better known as a chemical element, is supplemented by the following auxiliary substances:

• petrolatum;
• water;
• emulsifier.

In the pharmacy you can find sulfur ointment packaged in glass jars with a plastic lid or in aluminum tubes.

Causes of age spots

Depending on what kind of pigmentation we are talking about, the reasons for its occurrence can be very different:

• constant exposure to UV radiation;
• hormonal disorders: endocrine diseases, pregnancy, taking contraceptives;
• disruption of the liver, gall bladder, kidneys;
• taking certain medications;
• age-related changes.

Let's talk in more detail about those age spots that arise due to prolonged exposure to the sun. How to avoid them and what to do if they already exist, we will consider further.

Pharmacology

The ointment exerts its antimicrobial and antiparasitic effect upon contact with the skin. It interacts with substances of organic origin, resulting in the formation of sulfides and pentathionic acid. They make sulfur ointment a natural antiseptic.

When in contact with the skin, the components of sulfur ointment are not absorbed into the blood, which means they do not have a systemic effect on the body: they do not put a strain on the liver, do not require filtration by the kidneys, and do not affect the functioning of other internal organs.

How to deal with age spots on the skin?

If age spots on the face and body appear due to a malfunction in the hormonal system or due to diseases of the internal organs, serious treatment under medical supervision is necessary. In all other cases, we will be helped by a set of measures that anyone can carry out independently.

Firstly

, you and I can use special creams for age spots - they are produced for the face and hands (these areas are most prone to uneven coloring and are also always visible).

Whitening cosmetics necessarily contain acids that destroy melanin: malic, citric, ascorbic, salicylic. They also add extracts of plants that lighten the epidermis and even out its tone: aloe Barbados, white mulberry, madder, etc.

Secondly

, we must pay attention to moisturizing and nourishing the skin to make it denser and more elastic - then the pigment layer will not show through. A variety of moisturizing and nourishing cosmetics will help achieve the effect. Thirdly, it will be useful for each of us to feed the skin from the inside, and more specifically, to enrich the diet with the following vitamins:

• A and C - they discolor the pigment;
• PP and E – prevent the appearance of darkened areas;
• B12 – regulates the production of melanin.

IN THE CATALOG - ALL REMEDIES FOR PIGMENT SPOTS

Lightening cream against pigmentation, 50 g, THE SKIN HOUSE

2 490 ₽

Dietary supplement NOT A MEDICINE

Indications for the use of sulfur ointment

Due to its antiseptic properties, sulfur ointment is actively used for various dermatoses:

• fungal;
• bacterial;
• parasitic.

Therefore, with the help of ointment alone, if used correctly, you can cure skin diseases such as:

• lichen;
• foot fungus;
• scabies;
• seborrheic dermatitis;
• acne;
• pigmentation;
• acne;
• demodicosis

It is separately noted that such a complex and untreatable disease as psoriasis can be stopped through the use of sulfur ointment. Psoriasis is a skin disease that is not associated with parasites or fungal infections. It is classified as a genetic disease. As a result of disturbances in the rate of cell division, growths appear. They are filled with small capillaries. When they are mildly affected, bleeding begins, which is difficult to stop.

In this case, sulfur ointment reduces the risk of secondary infection of psoriasis wounds, which, in turn, reduces the incidence of itching. Without touching the growths to scratch, the patient does not tear them until they bleed and does not increase the wounds. Thus, sulfur ointment helps to minimize the spread of ulcers throughout the body.

Rating of creams for age spots by sales in Phytomarket

Today there are many manufacturers of cosmetics on the market.
These are such popular brands as Meishoku, SANA, LIBREDERM, Weleda, AHROMIN. They produce moisturizing and nourishing creams, as well as products for getting rid of unnecessary pigment. This rating is based on sales in our online store. We assume that the demand for these creams for age spots is determined by their effectiveness.

1. Brightening regular cream for age spots for face and body, DERMATOLOGY, LIBREDERM
2. Concentrate Achromin for whitening age spots
3. Cream Clearvin for face whitening against freckles and age spots
4. Sunscreen cream for face and décolleté against age spots SPF50, LIBREDERM
5. Sunscreen cream for face and body against age spots SPF50, LIBREDERM
6. Course of face masks against age spots, JAPAN GALS
7. Whitening serum-concentrate for pigment spots for spot application, LIBREDERM
8. Lightening concentrate, against age spots MEZOLUX, Librederm
9. Bio-reinforcing anti-aging hand cream for age spots, LIBREDERM MEZOLUX
10. Anti-pigmentation lightening cream, THE SKIN HOUSE

Instructions for using sulfur ointment

The ointment as a medicine is applied in a thin layer to previously cleansed skin. If water remains on the surface, it will prevent the active components of the product from contacting the infected area. Therefore, be sure to dry the surface with a towel or napkin before applying.

The ointment is used only on the skin, excluding mucous membranes. You cannot rub sulfur ointment into the lacrimal sac, apply it under the lower or upper eyelid, lubricate the mucous membranes of the nasal passages with it, or treat stomatitis. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse them immediately with a slightly salted solution of clean water. Accidental ingestion may indicate immediate gastric lavage.

Sulfur ointment is often used as the main remedy for lichen. Apply a moderate layer to the affected area, spreading the ointment evenly over the entire area. It is important to carefully, slowly, rub the product into the upper layers of the skin. The procedure is repeated twice a day. The second application should be in the evening, just before bedtime. The duration of treatment is up to 10 days.

The scabies mite, which causes an itchy sensation on the skin, can be easily treated with sulfur ointment. The difficulty of treatment lies in ensuring that one condition is met: the product must be constantly present on the affected areas. As a result, wearing clothes can be difficult. During treatment, it is better to stay at home, apply a new layer of ointment after each shower, rubbing it into the affected areas. The second mandatory condition is changing bed linen after every night. Sheets and duvet covers must be washed at high temperatures, after which they must be ironed with steam.

For demodicosis, sulfur ointment acts as an auxiliary component of complex therapy. The main therapeutic agent, as a rule, is a drug for systemic use. In this case, sulfur ointment helps to avoid secondary infection and prevents the spread of the affected area throughout the body.

If a pimple on the skin has a purulent body, this indicates that it was caused by a bacterium. Pus is formed as a result of the activity of bacteria. To get rid of acne or pimples with white contents, you can use sulfur ointment. There is no need to open the rash elements first. The product is applied in a thin layer to dry, previously cleansed skin.

Getting rid of age spots

The best thing you can do is try to prevent the appearance of pigmentation. To do this, you must not neglect simple rules.

In summer, when the risk of burning is very high, spend less time in the sun. When leaving home, don't forget your sunglasses. The skin around the eyes is especially delicate; it is the first to take the brunt of ultraviolet radiation.

Be sure to use creams with SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Now there are decorative cosmetics with SPF: various BB creams, mineral powders and cushions. They simultaneously protect the skin and act as a foundation or makeup base.

Don't forget to monitor the UV index - a measure of the intensity of UV radiation and the risk to a person. This can be done by installing a weather app on your phone or by looking at special websites that monitor UV activity. Please note that bright sunlight does not equal high UV risk. For example, in the middle zone on a sunny frosty day you only need sunglasses. The UV index will be minimal, which means no danger to the skin. The indicator varies not only depending on the time of year, but also on the time of day.

What to do if pigmentation already exists? Getting rid of age spots is difficult, but possible. In particular, you can contact an aesthetic medicine clinic. To work with pigmentation, there is a whole range of procedures, which a cosmetologist will tell you about in detail. After consulting with your doctor, you will choose what is right for you:

• phototherapy
• cryotherapy
• chemical peeling
• ultrasonic peeling
• mesotherapy
• laser therapy

You can reduce or even completely remove pigmentation at home using special creams, scrubs, serums and peels.

So, a cream for age spots on the face acts in two directions:

• exfoliates and renews the skin with the help of active ingredients such as salicylic acid, various fruit acids, enzymes, etc.;
• slows down the production of melanin; Vitamins, acids (tranexamic and ferulic), and plant extracts, such as mulberry or licorice, help with this.

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Contraindications

The main contraindication to the use of sulfur ointment is individual intolerance to the active substance. If the skin reacts sharply with allergic rashes to contact with sulfur, treatment with the ointment will have to be canceled and another remedy used.

In addition, with extensive damage to the body by fungal or bacterial infections, there is a high risk of getting sulfur poisoning - if more than 30% of the skin is covered with the drug. If scabies spreads throughout the body, use less dangerous sprays.

If the patient has not previously had experience with sulfur ointment treatment, it is recommended to first test it on the wrist by applying a small amount of the product. If redness or burning occurs, you will have to stop using sulfur ointment.