Since past centuries, people have been considered darlings of fate if they have fair skin and spots on their faces (red or brownish), called freckles. And those who did not have such a distinctive feature had a great desire to have the same spots and they came up with ways to make freckles.
People who have such decorations not only on their noses and cheeks, but also in other hidden places, as a rule, are divided into two opposing groups: one includes those who rejoice at such a “gift of nature”, the other includes those who want to get rid of it by any means. . But this is the essence of human nature - you always want to try something that is not there.
It is not known for certain whether freckles bring happiness and good luck, but scientists have long established that they represent a response of the skin to exposure to ultraviolet rays. And the owners of freckles themselves know that for many of them these spots appear only in the spring-summer period, when sun activity is high, but in winter and autumn the skin becomes the same - “white and clean.”
For those who want to better understand the nature of the manifestation of freckles and, if they want, try to “get” freckles or decorate them, adding brightness and expressiveness to them, how to make freckles appear or simply become brighter, we will try to explain popularly.
What are freckles
They are also called ephelides - pigmented formations that manifest themselves as a result of exposure to ultraviolet rays. They can be reddish, yellowish or darker in color, such as brown. Freckles are irregular in shape, in the form of blurry formations. These pigment spots are considered benign formations. They have the ability to appear on the skin on their own and also be removed; such formations almost never last longer than summer and rarely appear in winter and become constant companions on the skin.
There is another variation of pigmented formations on the skin - these are the so-called age-related lentigines. The presence of such freckles in older people, in most cases, may indicate the presence of diseases of the skin or liver. There is also such a type as a genetic anomaly, but it should be noted that it does not occur so often.
Spring is usually divided into two types:
- Natural. They are quite small in size and do not pose a danger due to the nature of their manifestation. The spots are localized in areas of the skin that are not protected from ultraviolet rays. They come in different colors: reddish, yellow and even brown.
- Tanned. Such specks are much larger in size compared to natural ones. Freckles, as a rule, have a clear border with an insufficiently regular shape. In addition, when there is no exposure to sunlight, they disappear without a trace.
As already mentioned, spots are concentrated mainly on open areas of the skin, that is, where the sun’s rays “walk” freely. It is clear that the first thing is the face and arms, as well as the shoulders, the open part of the chest. This is explained by the fact that melanin production occurs in the skin due to exposure to ultraviolet rays.
You will never see a freckle rising above the skin - it is a subcutaneous phenomenon. Those who are not predisposed to hemp tend to have a full tan as a result of the even distribution of melanin throughout the skin.
Age requirements
The most popular reason for the appearance of unsightly dark or light areas is age. The dermis becomes less elastic, pliable, it becomes thinner, loses its natural elasticity, and becomes covered with unwanted formations that have different “dislocations”:
- face;
- breast;
- neck;
- neckline;
- hands;
- legs;
- back.
Neither the shape, nor the quantity, nor the color of such manifestations depend in any way on skin tone or exposure to ultraviolet radiation. In women, pigments often appear after menopause, when the body undergoes powerful hormonal changes. In such cases, a good solution would be the active drug Curacen, which not only prevents the development of both small and large wrinkles, smoothes and cleanses, and eliminates age-related darkening.
Who has freckles?
Pigment spots are an individual distinctive feature of appearance, since they cannot be seen in everyone. In most cases, people who have a certain type of external data are most susceptible to their manifestation. As a rule, freckles are characteristic of those who wear reddish hair and have pale skin. Those who have a dark color do not have to worry about the appearance of freckles. Blonde-haired and blue-eyed people also have a penchant for hemp.
- According to statistics, almost eighty-five percent of those with red hair and fair skin certainly have freckles on their faces and bodies in the summer, and they even often remain with them throughout the year. Such “marks” appear between the ages of five and ten years.
- For many people who have a tendency to form freckles on their bodies, after the age of thirty-five, the activity of melanin production begins to decrease: the spots become duller and after some time disappear completely.
- However, the main factor for the appearance of freckles is considered to be the genetic component. In order to understand whether you have a predisposition to hemp, you need to study your family tree. If one of your blood relatives had freckles, then your chances of having the same age spots are also high.
Important: In a mature person, freckles that appear on their own should alert you. It is possible that the reason for this unexpected phenomenon lies in a serious illness, including a malignant neoplasm. Also, the sudden appearance of freckles may indicate problems with the kidneys and stomach, or hormonal imbalances.
Also, ordinary stressful situations or regular overexertion can serve as a provoking factor for the appearance of red spots. Such “freckles” cannot, in fact, be a normal phenomenon, so it is advisable to show them to a doctor.
The attitude towards freckles is not always clear. And as we know, not everyone has them. There are owners of hemp who want to remove freckles from their face and body by any means, since they do not like them. Others find them very attractive and often turn to specialists in beauty salons with questions: I want freckles on my face, how can I do it?
Indeed, is it possible to make hemp appear on the desired area of the body? Looking ahead, we can say that people who do not have a predisposition to such pigmentation of the skin have only one opportunity to get freckles - this is by artificial means.
Use a sponge
Preferably hard and with a lot of uneven bubbles - this way the “freckles” will look natural. Dip a sponge into eyebrow gel, henna or any other dye, then quickly blot the face with it. If the dye needs to be washed off, do it after 5-7 minutes; in other cases, just fix the freckles with powder.
I want freckles: pros and cons
Any phenomenon, as we know, has its positive and negative sides. The advantage for the owner of freckles is undoubtedly the following two important components:
- special charm;
- aesthetics;
- beauty.
Girls with red hair cannot help but have freckles, which is what they say suits them; many note that this kind of “decoration” of nature suits them very well. Therefore, it is probably no coincidence that many representatives of the fair sex quite often resort to artificially dyeing their hair a “fiery” color, and also use cosmetics to create freckles on their faces.
However, as research shows, not all girls who have natural hemp like such gifts of nature, and they dream of getting rid of them and forgetting about their existence forever. And a situation arises when some representatives of the fairer sex draw freckles for themselves, wanting to at least temporarily have them, while others who have them often remove them, considering it unacceptable for themselves to wear freckles.
If we talk about the disadvantages of having freckles, then first of all, we need to mention the fact that their carriers are very susceptible to ultraviolet radiation, and this often creates problems with the condition of the skin or even leads to diseases. This is why in most cases those with natural freckles have a desire to get rid of them. You should immediately draw attention to the fact that turning what you want into reality is quite difficult, and by and large, impossible. After all, any drugs against freckles, including toning agents and skin whiteners, are only temporary help and do not in any way get rid of what is inherent in the genes.
It happens that girls even try to solve the problem using laser therapy as an assistant. But here you just need to think about whether it would be easier and more effective if, during periods of high sun activity, in order to prevent the appearance of freckles, you simply avoid going outside again. And if this cannot be done, then apply sunscreen first. You can hide exposed parts of the body by covering them with clothing that does not let the sun's rays through. Also, resist the temptation to sunbathe. However, even such kind of radical preventive measures cannot give an absolute guarantee that hemp will not appear.
Why retinoids
To effectively lighten the skin from age spots, the same three groups of products are needed: lightening substances - reduce the production of melanin, antioxidants - reduce the number of free radicals that provoke melanin hyperproduction and exfoliating substances - accelerate cellular renewal and remove colored cells from the surface of the skin.
How to get freckles
As mentioned above, freckles are, in most cases, a hereditary phenomenon, due to which they are either present on your body or not. There are several methods that can be used to make natural freckles appear on your skin; when you do not have such pigment spots, you can try to make them using standard or permanent makeup. There are a number of artificial methods, one of them is the use of a properly selected special pencil. And in this matter, the main thing is not to overdo it, otherwise the result may be completely different. When choosing a pencil, the facial color type is taken into account:
- Using a soft reddish-brown tone will suit bright brown-haired women with a dark color.
- The ash-brown tone works well on the face of fair-skinned girls to highlight freckles.
Using similar methods, you can create the image of a freckled girl at once. If you do not have a genetic predisposition to this type of skin pigmentation, then perhaps you need to think about how to “earn” freckles artificially.
Natural and artificial methods
There are many different methods, here are just the most popular ones:
- self-tanning method;
- use of henna;
- using a cosmetics pencil;
- tattoo
Probably, we should consider each of them in a little more detail in order to better navigate when choosing the right method. In a situation where a girl has a hereditary predisposition to this type of pigmentation, it is best, of course, to try natural methods for the appearance of freckles. But first, before we start this conversation about what method should be used to decorate the desired area of the body with hemp, we should once again remember the mechanism of their appearance.
Natural Methods
Freckles are a place where a large amount of melanin accumulates, which changes the shade of pigmentation when exposed to sunlight. Therefore, to activate this process, you need to follow the following recommendations:
- More ultraviolet rays. They are necessary for the appearance of freckles. From their influence, when the deep layers of the skin, or in other words, the epidermis, are damaged, it becomes thicker. If a representative of the fair sex has natural freckles, you just need to expose your skin to the sun's rays more often, spending up to several hours during active periods of solar activity. Since freckles are a consequence of the skin’s reaction to ultraviolet radiation, the longer the girl who owns them spends time under the sun, the more pronounced and bright the pigment formations will become.
- Solarium. If a girl does not have the opportunity to receive natural ultraviolet rays, then she can use a solarium. Firstly, pigmentation appears according to the same principle as with natural exposure to the sun. Secondly, when visiting a solarium, you have the opportunity to become the owner of freckles even in cold periods; they, as they say, will bloom on your body all year round. So, anyone who misses hemp in winter should head to the solarium.
In a word, ultraviolet light is an assistant in the manifestation of the desired pigment spots. However, in both cases, you should not forget about precautions - tanning too much can provoke not entirely desirable side effects. This, at best, may be limited to burns and other lesions of the skin. At worst, it can cause the development of malignant neoplasms. In this connection, experts recommend strictly monitoring the time spent under ultraviolet rays, using sunscreen and protective clothing.
Get transferable tattoos
Some brands create freckle designs for the body. They stay on the face for 1-2 days, after which they are easily washed off without damaging the skin. In order for sun spots to delight you for a long time, thoroughly cleanse your face - it should not be greasy. Remove the protective layer from the transfer and apply it with the adhesive layer to the skin. Dampen the tattoo paper with a damp sponge and wait 1-2 minutes. Smoothly remove the paper, leaving the transfer.
To quickly remove temporary tattoos with freckles, use hydrophilic oil: it will soften the adhesive base, making the spots quickly disappear.
Artificial methods
- "Self-tanner." Quite a good option to create freckles on your face. They will look almost natural, and they also provide sufficient resistance to abrasion. But, at the same time, to perform this method you will need good skill, endurance and accuracy; it is advisable to devote some time to training before applying such a tan. The essence of the procedure is to apply even small droplets of self-tanning onto the facial skin with pinpoint precision. After a certain period of time, the areas where the tan is applied will begin to take on a slightly darker tone, different from the main skin.
- Using henna. It has been used for several centuries as a natural dye. Therefore, it is no coincidence that it is often used to apply artificial freckles. The only drawback, perhaps, is that it will not be easy to choose a color that most closely matches the natural shade of pigmentation. It is necessary to dilute the powder very accurately and with extreme care. You will have to spend a lot of time to find the most suitable hemp tone for your skin. Henna is applied in the same way as self-tanning, with high precision; it is advisable to use some thin instrument to perform this procedure. There is no need to apply excess solution, as this may affect the shade.
- Iodine. Applying freckles using this microelement is considered one of the reliable, proven methods. For girls who have a lack of iodine in the body, isolating hemp with iodine can help for a while, since it can be quickly absorbed and become invisible. However, you need to know when to stop everything. It is advisable to “paint” freckles with iodine using something not thick, for example, you can use a toothpick. For girls who dye their hair red, such a “decoration” will be an excellent complementary touch when creating the desired image.
- Tattoo. This is also one of the artificial methods of isolating or applying hemp. This procedure is performed for a long period, which can be three years. Therefore, it is worth resorting to such a radical method after weighing all the pros and cons, because if the result is not entirely desirable, it will no longer be possible to get rid of freckles so easily. It must be said that few people use this method. With the help of tattooing, a girl will be able to make her freckles more pronounced. But you need to be extremely careful in choosing the right shade, taking into account the change in skin tone in winter and summer. In the first case, it is a little lighter, since there is no summer tan. Experts recommend first trying different shades of pencil, and only after that choosing a color for tattooing.
- Eyebrow pencil. Girls who want to have freckles or make them more expressive can use a simple option using this pencil. To do this, you will also need foundation, which is used to lubricate the face (mainly the nose, cheekbones and top of the cheeks) before applying freckles. This is necessary to create a base similar to the effects of tanning. After this, you should choose an eyebrow pencil that will be lighter than the one usually used for its intended purpose. Use it to place small, barely noticeable dots in the places where the cream was applied.
Take a root spray
It is suitable not only for camouflaging regrown hair, but also for simulating the effect of freckles. Before using the product, paint your face with foundation or apply a thick layer of Sanskrin - this will quickly wash away the stains from your face. After that, take the spray and apply paint from a distance of 25-35 cm, barely pressing the dispenser. The end result will be painted freckles that are in no way inferior to real ones.