Hyperpigmentation, also known as sun spots, is basically the result of your pigment-manufacturing cells being shoved into a hard level of activity by external factors such as sun exposure or internal factor such as the hormonal changes in your body. Morevoer, any variety of hyperpigmentation is aggravated substantially by sun exposure. Whether your sun spots are disseminated or concentrated, hyperpigmentation is more easily controlled than removed. Sometimes, the best answer to this condition is to hide skin sun spots by blending and lightening.
Melanin is the source of your skin's colour. Some people come to this world with extra melanin cells than other people and as a result, have a greater occurrence of problematic pigmentation. The more melanin cells you have, the more pigmentation you will encounter. Exposure to the sun, heat, wounds and hormonal shifts contribute to the production of melanin. Skin discoloration may not be evident immediately since melanin cells creeps their way very gradually to the surface of the skin. The tan that many sun worshippers get in baking their bodies is actually the body's way of protecting their skin to cell damage. Eventually, too much exposure to the sun can bring about mottled appearance and dark spots.
Fortunately, make-up can effectively hide skin sun spots. As a matter of fact, cosmetics can remove a good deal of awkwardness you feel after undergoing a facial surgery by concealing post-operation bruising, swelling and scars. They also help in covering up non-surgical-associated disorders such as acne scars and vitiligo. There are two ways cosmetics do their job. First, by employing colour theory which lessens the appearance of scars and other blemishes, and second, by completely hiding the disorder with the application of camouflage make-up.
Colour theory works around the notion that you can soften one colour by masking it with its opposite colour. The shades in special cosmetics can neutralize the colour of skin blemishes. For instance, if there's a scar on your skin that has a reddish tinge, a green concealer can reduce its appearance. For blue or purple bruising, a yellow concealer can be used to hide its look. Producing highlights and silhouettes through darker and lighter colours can also aid in reducing the appearance of a certain defect. A darker make-up can create an illusion of a reduced flaw. A lighter shade can considerably lessen the look of a dent.
Foundation can hide skin sun spots by smoothing and flattening the texture and tone of your skin. You should choose a foundation that complements well with your skin complexion. If you have an oily skin, an oil-free foundation is better suited for your skin while an oil-based foundation works well for people with dry skin. A water-based foundation is good for all types of skin while a water-free foundation is specially created to be impervious and exceptionally long-lasting.
Correcting skin flaws with a foundation should be done in moderation and with the right techniques. Carefully consider your skin tone. You should dab and blend your foundation rather than smearing it on your face with a sponge. Dab small amounts of foundation along the areas before blending it with your fingers in circular movements. Applying make-up to hide skin problems needs a lot of practice and familiarization of your skin. Be patient and soak up the best advice. Soon, you'll be able to formulate your own technique that works best for you.
