Does Lemon Juice Fade Freckles?
To some people, freckles are considered cute, to others, though, they're an undesirable feature. There are medical procedures that can diminish freckles, but some home remedies are just as effective. Does this Spark an idea?
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How Lemon Juice Works
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According to livetoknow.com, freckles appear in childhood and usually disappear with age. According to Ultimate-Cosmetics.com, lemon juice is a proven home remedy to fade away freckles. However, it won't get rid of them completely. The lemon juice works as a bleaching agent in the same way that bleach lightens hair.
Fading Freckles with Lemon Juice
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Medical treatments, like laser surgery and chemical peels, are a more expensive way to get rid of freckles. Nofreckles.com says lemon juice can fade the freckles with constant use, but the best way to prevent them is to wear sunscreen and avoid frequent sun exposure. The freckles should fade after a few months of continuous lemon juice application.
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Applying Lemon Juice
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Freckles usually appear on people with fair skin or people with red or blond hair, says lovetoknow.com. Apply the lemon juice with a cotton ball or paint brush. Use fresh lemons or lemon juice and not artificial lemon flavoring, according to lovetoknow.com. The additives and preservatives may harm the face. Stop the treatment if you feel itching, burning or stinging on the face.
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References
- Photo Credit green eye image by Allyson Ricketts from Fotolia.com lemon image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.com tanned girl sitting in the sun image by Melissa Schalke from Fotolia.com lemon slice 3 image by Bube from Fotolia.com
