Will Hyperpigmentation from Waxing Go Away? Simple Truth

Are‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ you worried that you have done it alone? Well, the good news is that hyperpigmentation caused by waxing usually disappears pretty much by itself. But, how can you get rid of it faster? 

Since waxing is an activity that irritates skin by pulling hair from the root, the skin may get inflamed and melanin may excessively be produced, that's why post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation appears. On the other hand, darker skin may get hyperpigmentation more often, but anyone can get it after some waxing done roughly or after some sun exposure. Important tip: after a wax procedure, you should always put on sunscreen.

Why Does It Happen (And How Long Will The Melenine Production Last?)

After waxing, the skin is wounded and inflamed. The body does not hesitate to supply more pigment to the place for "protection"—bam, spots. In a nutshell, it takes 2-8 weeks for spots to fade on their own, quicker with pampering. For instance, my friend Priya ordered a bikini wax, got spots, avoided the sun for a month and used aloe—gone in 4 weeks. Consistent with that, so can yours.

How to Speed up the Hyperpigmentation Fading Process

Waiting‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ is not an option - you have to react immediately. Here are a few simple ways in which you can:

Use sunscreen daily: SPF 30+, be sure to apply it again every 2 hours. The sun, unfortunately, helps spots to get worse.

Exfoliate gently: with a mild scrub 2 times a week, and do not put a hard product on your skin right after waxing 

Apply a good moisturizer: Aloe vera or niacinamide lotion will relieve the irritated skin fast.

Brighteners: Vitamin C serum at night—take it slow and if irritation happens, stop the ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌application. 

Do not pick: If you have ingrown hairs at least let them heal; otherwise, spots will get even more time to stay.

Until the hyperpigmentation disappears, do not wax. If you must, switch to trimming.

Wrapping Up

Fading of hyperpigmentation caused by waxing will happen with the passage of time—take care of your skin by protecting it from the sun and incorporating the simple lifestyle changes and skincare routines into your daily schedule. The result of the evening of your skin tone will come soon. Keep patience, you can!

FAQ

Q1. How long is the time for darkening of skin to be reversed, that were caused by waxing?

1. Most of them disappear within 4–6 weeks if people are wearing sunscreen and are skin-healthy, but it can take up to 8 weeks for those that are ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌resistant. 

Q.2 Does hyperpigmentation get darker before it starts to fade?

1. At times, yes—what you're doing with the treatment is pushing pigment to the surface. So be patient and your skin will eventually even.

Q.3 Is it okay to wax again if the area has spots?

1. It is best to wait until the spots are gone or else risk having more. For the time being, trim and shave ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌gently.