How to Whiten Underarm Skin
Dark underarm skin can cause one to avoid sleeveless garments, any situation that entails raising the arm and perhaps even intimacy. Dead cells in the moist underarm area gradually alter the pigment of the skin. Bleaching creams are available but contain chemicals that may be harmful. Home remedies containing natural fruits and other substances reduce the risks associated with skin bleaching. These mixtures are inexpensive and trouble-free and can be made at home, keeping the issue discreet.
Things You'll Need
- Measuring Cup
- Two bowls
- Two spoons
- Yogurt
- Lime Juice
- Water
- Cucumber juice
- Turmeric Powder
- Lemon Juice
Instructions
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Yogurt With a Twist of Lime
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Measure 1/3 cup plain yogurt and pour into a bowl. Yogurt contains natural bleaching properties that will not irritate the skin.
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Measure 2 tsps. lime juice and pour into bowl. Mix yogurt and lime juice for approximately three minutes to thoroughly blend the ingredients. Lime juice, like yogurt, is a natural bleaching agent that lightens the darkened skin.
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Using the fingers, apply this mixture to underarms. Leave mixture on for approximately 15 minutes and rinse with warm water.
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Apply this mixture morning and night. Continue using daily until skin is lightened to desired shade.
Cucumber Whitening Agent
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Measure 1 tsp. turmeric powder and cucumber juice and pour into bowl. Cucumbers naturally exfoliate, soothe irritation and bleach the skin without harmful chemicals.
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Measure 1/2 cup lemon juice and add to bowl of turmeric powder and cucumber juice. Mix the paste-like substance for approximately three minutes to thoroughly blend ingredients.
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Apply this mixture to the underarms; leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water for five minutes.
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Use this mixture morning and night every other day for best results.
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Tips & Warnings
Turmeric powder can be purchased at most supermarkets and health stores.
Refrain from using these treatments excessively. Discontinue for two to three days after a week of treatment.
Skin may become irritated or dry if treatments are excessive. When handling lemon and lime juice, refrain from contact with the eyes until hands have been washed thoroughly. Failure to do so may result in irritation and burning of the eyes. If this occurs, flush eyes for 15 minutes with cold water.
