The production of excessive melanin which leads to the formation of dark spots on the skin is called pigmentation. The different types of hyperpigmentation are age spots, liver spots, freckles, sun spots and pregnancy spots. There are many methods which help in overcoming the problem of hyperpigmentation. The most common parts of the skin where hyperpigmentation or dyschromia occurs are the face, arms and hands. Causes of hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation occurs when there is excess formation of melanin in the skin of the person. Following are the causes of excess melanin production in the skin. Sunlight: When you expose the skin to the sunlight it causes a provocative reaction on the skin. When the intensity of heat increases, the body starts producing more heat mediators. It is only because of these heat mediators that the body suffers from different dark spots and skin reactions. Damage to the skin: The melanin in the skin can be increased due to anyth