Butt skin pigmentation is a very common problem in women, for which many reasons can be responsible. If these reasons are understood and attention is paid to their treatment, butt skin pigmentation can be reduced.
We all know about skin pigmentation, but have you ever heard about butt skin pigmentation? The skin of the buttocks of most women is pigmented. Women are often worried about this, but do not talk about it openly. This is a very common problem among women, for which many reasons can be responsible. If these causes are understood and attention is paid to their treatment, then butt skin pigmentation (butt hyperpigmentation) can be reduced.
To understand the causes of butt skin pigmentation and ways to reduce it, Dr. Rupal, Director of Venereology and Leprosy Dermatologist at Dr. Rupal Skin Clinic, consulted. So let us know why the butt skin of women becomes pigmented, and also we will know the tips to lighten the pigmentation (Butt hyperpigmentation).
First know what is butt skin hyperpigmentation?
In case of butt skin pigmentation, patches of darker than normal skin tone start appearing on the skin of your buttocks. Some parts of the skin are clear, while black spots are visible on other parts. There can be many reasons behind this, which is important to be aware of.
Now let us know the causes of butt hyperpigmentation.
1. Friction
Your buttocks experience friction while sitting, standing and doing many other activities. Friction caused by clothing and other things coming in contact with the skin can irritate the skin. Due to which hyperpigmentation can occur.
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2. Dead Skin Cells
Generally women pay attention to their overall body, but very few people pay attention to butt skin. Due to which dead skin cells accumulate on them and the skin looks pigmented and dark.
3. Wearing tight clothes
If you wear clothes that are too tight, the skin on your buttocks repeatedly rubs against the clothes. Along with this, due to excessive tightening, the blood flow is less than normal, due to which the skin gradually becomes darker.
4. Hormonal fluctuations
Hormonal fluctuations are normal in women. From puberty to pregnancy and many other health conditions, changes are seen in the hormones of women. In such a situation, when the production of melanin increases in the body, the problem of hyperpigmentation may occur.
5. Genetics
In many women, hyperpigmentation is transferred from their genetics. Especially on the skin of the buttocks. Melanin production is more in such women, due to which their buttocks become darker.
Know home remedies to lighten butt hyperpigmentation (home remedies for butt hyperpigmentation)
1. Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is known as a very special element in skin related problems. At the same time, its use also helps in lightening the hyper pigmentation seen on the skin. Apply fresh aloe vera gel on your skin and leave it for some time. Then clean it with normal water, apply daily for better results.
2. Milk
Lactic acid present in milk works very effectively in skin related problems. Lactic acid lightens the hyperpigmentation visible on the skin and maintains a normal skin tone. Dip a piece of cotton in cold milk and apply it on the affected area, leave it for some time. After that clean the skin with normal water. It is important to apply it regularly for better results.
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3. Lemon juice
The citric acid present in lemon juice helps in lightening hyperpigmented areas. With its regular use, hyper pigmentation reduces and gradually the skin tone returns to normal. Apply lemon juice on the affected area and leave it for 15 to 20 minutes. Finally clean it with normal water.
4. Green Tea
The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties present in green tea make it very special for skin health. Along with this, skin lightening effect is found in green tea, which helps in lightening the pigmentation seen on the skin.
Prepare green tea as usual and let it cool. When it cools down, apply it on the affected area with the help of cotton. Their regular use is necessary for proper results.
Note: While using any home remedy on the skin of the buttocks, keep one thing in mind that these products should not enter your intimate area, especially the vaginal path and anus.
Know how to prevent butt hyperpigmentation
1. If you want to protect the skin of the buttocks from becoming hyper-pigmented, then apply moisturizer on it daily like normal skin.
2. If wearing shorts or a bikini, apply sunscreen to your overall body, especially the skin of the buttocks.
3. Do not wear too tight clothes, as this increases friction in the skin and can cause the skin to become pigmented. Wear loose, breathable clothes so that healthy blood circulation is maintained in the skin.
4. It is important to take care of skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, butt acne, skin dryness. If your skin is troubled by any of these, take action immediately.
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