How to Lighten Freckles with Lemon Bleach

Are you looking for a way to reduce the number of pesky freckles that you have? Here is a homemade remedy that will help lighten your freckles, making them less noticeable. Many European women use a lemon juice, borax, and sugar combination that will help to reduce the visibility of your freckles naturally. It is safe, but the mixture tends to dry out the skin so be sure to moisturize before and after the bleach treatment. Go ahead and try it for yourself!

Things You'll Need

• 1 Lemon
• 1 Tbsp. borax
• 1 Tbsp. sugar
• Mixing bowl
• Applicator brush

Instructions

1. Squeeze one whole lemon into a small bowl, be sure to strain out the pits.

2. Add one tablespoon of powdered borax and one tablespoon of sugar to the mixture.

3. Mix thoroughly and set the mixture aside for three days.

4. Apply the mixture to the face (or area that has freckles) with a brush.

5. Wash the lemon bleach off of your face after twenty or twenty five minutes.

Tips & Warnings

• Moisturize the face before and after the treatment to prevent excessive drying of the skin!