Dark knees and elbows can be bothersome, but you don't need to fret. Here are eight natural remedies using ingredients commonly found ...
Dark knees and elbows can be bothersome, but you don't need to fret. Here are eight natural remedies using ingredients commonly found at home to help lighten those dark areas:
1. Baking Soda: Exfoliate your skin with baking soda to remove dead skin cells. Mix it with milk to form a paste and apply it to the affected areas. Repeat twice a week for best results.
2. Aloe Vera: Apply fresh aloe vera gel to your knees and elbows to reduce hyperpigmentation caused by sun exposure. Look for organic aloe vera gel if you don't have an aloe plant at home.
3. Turmeric: Make a paste of turmeric and honey to limit melanin synthesis and lighten dark patches on your skin. Apply it to your elbows and knees and leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing.
4. Sugar: Create a sugar scrub by mixing sugar with olive oil. Massage it onto your elbows and knees to slough off dead skin cells and lighten blemishes.
5. Lemon: Lemon juice, rich in vitamin C, acts as a natural bleaching agent. Apply lemon juice to the darkened areas and massage it in circular motions before rinsing off.
6. Green Tea: Brew green tea and use it as a skin toner to reduce excess melanin processing. Dip a soft cloth or cotton ball in cooled green tea and gently rub it on your knees and elbows.
7. Oatmeal: Mix rolled oats with plain or Greek yogurt to create a scrub. Gently scrub your elbows and knees for 10 minutes before rinsing off with water.
8. Potato: Grate a potato and apply the juice to your darkened areas. Massage it for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off with water.
These natural remedies can help lighten dark knees and elbows over time with consistent use. Incorporate them into your skincare routine for brighter, smoother skin.
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