When the sun shines, you want to dress lighter and show your skin. It is also a pure organic necessity, since the sun's rays favor the assimilation of vitamin D and relieve hot flashes. But it is worth keeping in mind the advice of dermatologists when sunbathing.

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In the long run, this is also responsible for the appearance of spots on the skin. This type of spots – flat and brown, black or red in color – appear above all on the skin most exposed to the sun: the face, neck, hands, décolletage, shoulders…

Experts call them "solar lentigo" or "senile", as they tend to multiply with age, although they are also common in very fair skin. Lentigo is, by definition, benign. It only represents an aesthetic problem to which more or less importance can be given, although in case of doubt it is advisable to see a doctor.

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Phytotherapy offers some solutions, which work relatively well, and which in any case can provide a clearly preventive effect.

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Ivy (Hedera helix), remedy for external use

It is a very abundant and internally toxic vine. Contains saponosides such as hederagenin, which revitalize skin cells. It is recommended for hyperpigmented skin, but also to combat and prevent stretch marks, treat shallow scars and promote the dissolution of cellulite nodules.

The decoction or tincture is applied to the skin in baths or massage. There are also cosmetics that include it.

Rosehip oil (Rosa rubiginosa)

A classic in natural cosmetics is rosehip oil (Rosa rubiginosa), an antioxidant and vitamin.

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Rosehip oil hydrates, combats photoaging of the skin and improves tone and texture.

It can be used daily in massage, or in creams and ointments.

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)

Noted for its detoxifying power and is revitalizing for the skin.

The herbal tea, internally, prevents and eliminates impurities; Topically by massage or bath, revitalizes scarred and wrinkled skin.

Try it also drunk in a decoction with herbs such as fumiaria, mint and horsetail.

Lemon

Lemon is a traditional whitening remedy, although it's fair to say that it doesn't work for everyone. It is also antioxidant and purifying.

Use it daily, for at least 8 weeks, in touches or massage with a gauze pad, better with apple cider vinegar and blended onion. Let act 30 minutes.

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Other remedies

Herbalists also propose white clay, in facial masks for blemishes on the face and neck. Geranium, frankincense, and lemon essential oils have been shown to be quite effective.

This article has been prepared with the advice of Josep Maria Teixé, herbalist at El Manantial de Salud.