Do you steer clear of sleeveless clothes to hide your dark underarms? You don't need to worry any more as there are many home remedies to lighten underarms. But you should also take a few precautions for a hygienic lifestyle. Do not rely on excessive usage of hair removing creams or deodorants that contain alcohol. Cover your skin before you step out as exposure to ultra-violet rays are harmful for your skin. Besides, it is also important to get rid of dead skin cells.
Sandalwood
Mix 2 tsp of rosewater with 2 tsp of sandalwood powder. Apply the mixture to your underarms and leave it for 5 minutes. Wash with water; do it daily.
Apples
Scrub mashed apple to your armpits to get rid of dark spots and odour. The fruit contains AHA, capable of killing bacteria and germs that cause the darkening of underarms.
Saffron
Add a pinch of saffron to about 2 tsp of mild lotion. Apply the mixture to your underarms and leave for 15-20 minutes. Repeat daily.
Honey
Mix equal amounts of lemon juice and honey. Apply to your underarms and leave for 10 minutes. Wash off with warm water. Repeat daily.
Orange peel
Dry some peels for about three to four days. Take 2 tsp of powder made from peels and mix some rose water to it. Apply the paste on your underarms. Leave for 10 minutes before washing off.
Milk
Milk contains fatty acids and some vitamins that make our skin bright and healthy. Apply a few drops of milk on your underarms and leave for about 10 minutes. Do it daily before bathing.
Potatoes
Potatoes are rich in vitamin A, C, and B and can bleach the underarm skin naturally and gently. Applying cold potato juice or slices on the armpits will soothe the skin while making the discolouration disappear with time. You can also take equal parts of lemon and potato juice and apply on the underarms for better results.
Lemon
The vitamin C present in the lemon juice will lighten the dark armpits while the acidic properties will exfoliate revealing cleaner skin underneath. Rub a cut lemon on your pits or apply the juice using cotton balls.
Cucumber
There are several ways to use cucumber to help lighten your underarms. Shred one cucumber and apply it on your armpits or simply apply cucumber juice to avoid the mess. Alternatively, you can also put cucumber slices on the dark skin and remove after 20 mins.
Baking soda
Lack of exfoliation leads to the accumulation of dead skin cells in the underarm area. This can be the cause of mild to severe discolouration. Mix baking soda with water to form a paste and use it to scrub the armpits. Not only it will unclog the pores but also deodorise.
Gramflour and curd
Gramflour or besan is an excellent scrub that will clear the skin of dead cells along with making the skin tone even. Lactic acids from the curd will soften and condition the skin. Make a paste of gramflour and curd and apply in a thin layer as mask on your armpits. Leave until it dries and wash with lukewarm water.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar contains mild acids that help to remove dead cells, and is also a great disinfectant. Start with mixing two tablespoons each of this vinegar with baking soda. Apply this mixture for about ten minutes or till the time it is dry. Rinse it with cold water, and repeat it thrice a week to see results.
Olive Oil
Mix a tablespoon each of olive oil with brown sugar, and you have a DIY exfoliator ready! Scrub it for a minute or two, and then leave it for five minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water and this can be applied twice a week for effective results.
