Are you ashamed of wearing sleeveless, cut sleeves and other trendy wear due to dark underarms? Then continue reading because this will solve all your problems with easy home remedies to lighten dark underarms.
Underarms become dark due to excessive use of chemicals like perfumes directly to the skin. Shaving and other facial hair removing creams also have chemical which tends to dark the underarms.
Not every time this is due to the use of chemicals, and sometimes, it is also because of some medical issues.
To get rid of all such problems, below are some simple and natural home remedies you can try to lighten your dark underarms.
To utilize the power of potato for underarm lightening, start by grating a potato. Extract the juice from the grated potato and generously apply this juice to your underarms. After leaving it on for about 10 minutes, rinse your underarms with cool water.
Prepare a turmeric and lemon paste by mixing 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice with enough turmeric to create a thick paste. Apply this paste evenly to your underarms and let it sit for 30 minutes before washing it off.
For a convenient tea tree oil treatment, combine 5 drops of tea tree oil with 8 ounces of water in a small spray bottle. Spray this mixture onto your underarms daily after your shower or bath, allowing it to air dry naturally.
Pamper your underarms with coconut oil by massaging a few drops onto the skin. Leave it on for 15 minutes, and then cleanse your underarms with lukewarm water and a gentle soap. This regimen can be repeated two to three times per week for optimal results.
Baking soda is an exceptional underarm whitening remedy known for its exfoliating properties. Create a mixture by blending four tablespoons of baking soda with one tablespoon of rose water. Apply this mixture to your darkened underarms using a cotton ball, and rinse it off after 5 minutes of application.
Lemon and cucumber are not only known to lighten dark underarms, but they also help to remove the stink of the sweat. Pick a medium lemon and slice it into 4-5 pieces. Same you can do with cucumber. Before taking a bath, rub those slices on your underarms. Let it sit for 5 minutes and then take a bath. Moisturize your skin after the bath. In less than 15 days, your underarms will be beach ready.
Here’s how to use the orange peel to lighten your dark underarm skin: Dry the orange peel in the sun heat for few days. Once it has dried completely, grind it in a jar. Use the powdered orange peel with milk or rosewater and gently rub on the affected area. Keep it for 15 minutes and then wash it off.
