can cause the area to appear darker and drier than the rest of the skin on your
body. If you have dark knees, you can make natural scrubs and pastes to lighten
them, or you can purchase commercial lotions and creams for treating dryness
and dark skin. In some cases, dark knees are caused by an underlying medical
condition which might require you to visit a doctor.
here are six natural secrets to lighten dark knees and elbows.
1. Milk cream and turmeric
Massage a mixture of cream and turmeric onto the affected areas, leave on for 10
minutes and then wash off with lukewarm water. If you leave it on for too long
the turmeric will stain your skin leaving it yellow. You can use this mask twice a
week.
2. Coconut oil
Coconut oil contains Vitamin E which helps prevent dryness. Apply to the
affected areas several times a day as needed. If you keep your skin moisturized
and hydrated, it will contribute to the repair of darkened skin.
3. Bicarbonate of soda and milk
Bicarbonate of soda is a natural exfoliant that effectively gets rid of dead skin,
while milk contains lactic acid which works to gradually diminish the skin
pigmentation.
Mix four tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda with just enough milk to form a
thick paste. Apply it to the affected areas, rub it in, and leave it as a mask for at
least 10 minutes. Rinse off and moisturise. You can do this as often as daily or
just twice a week, until the desired effect is achieved.
4. Bleaching fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, grapes, and potatoes, have bleaching
properties which are helpful in getting rid of dark skin. Cut a fruit in half and rub
on the affected area for at least 10 minutes. Dry the area and moisturize. You can
apply different fruits on different days.
5. Yoghurt and vinegar
Yoghurt contains lactic acid while vinegar contains acetic acid. These acids are
mild but help to even out skin tone. Mix an equal amount of yoghurt and vinegar
and apply on affected areas. Rub it for a few minutes and wash off.
7. Lemon
Lemon contains bleaching and exfoliating properties therefore it is excellent for
getting rid of dark patches. Lemon gets rid of dead skin cells while
simultaneously lightening the skin. Cut a lemon in half and rub it on the affected
areas every evening for about 10 to 15 minutes. Wipe dry and moisturise. Repeat
this daily for about two weeks. Keep the affected areas away from direct sunlight
as lemon increases the skin’s sensitivity which could result in burning.
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