Eliminate Dry And Dark Skin On Your Neck Elbows, Knees And Underarms

Skin pigmentation [Acanthosis nigricans, lot.]  is a brown to black, poorly defined, velvety hyperpigmentation of the skin, It is usually in body folds, such as the posterior and lateral folds of the neck, armpits, groin, navel forehead and other areas. Dark skin patches around the neck area, knees, elbows are a real aesthetic nightmare for some people.

The skin on both elbows and knees is a lot more wrinkled and thicker when compared to other body parts. Skin does not secrete oil in these areas, which is why they are mostly dry.

Insufficient care leads to even darker skin patches. The skin under your armpits is usually darker due to excessive use of poor quality antiperspirants and shaving.

The effective natural remedies for dark skin patches on the neck.

Baking Soda

It acts as an exfoliant that removes the cellular damage in the darkened skin. Baking soda will cleanse your skin and gradually lighten dark skin patches. Combine it with water into a thick paste to get rid of hyper-pigmentation around your neck.

-Use 3 parts of baking soda and one part of water to obtain the right consistency

-Apply the paste on your neck area, let it dry for several minutes, and rinse it off.

-Repeat the process 3 times a week.

Cucumber

Rich minerals and vitamins present in cucumber is best for skin care. Cucumber juice contains natural skin lightening agent which ultimately helps to improve skin tone naturally. Apply fresh cucumber juice to the affected area this will lighten your skin within a few days.

Place cucumber slices directly on the arms. Leave them for a few minutes, remove them and rinse with lukewarm water

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Potatoes

Catecholase, a crystalline compound in potatoes, does miracles when it comes to skin lightening

Grind a potato, or make a fresh potato juice. Apply it onto your neck using a cotton ball. Let it do its magic for 15 minutes, and rinse off with cold water.

You can combine lemon and potato juice, and use it in the same way, Rinse off with cold water after 10-15 minutes. Repeat this on a daily basis until you get the result s you expect. The same remedy helps in treating dark spots in acne prone skin.

Aloe Vera

It is a natural skin lightener. Aloe vera can alleviate hyperpigmentation and restore your original skin colour. Also the cooling effect of the aloe vera helps rejuvenate new cells and rebuild damage tissue which is important for healthy skin. 

Gently rub some fresh aloe vera gel on the affected area. Leave it on for 20 minutes, and rinse it off. For optimal results, repeat the treatment every day. The most effective natural solutions for dark knees and elbow.

Milk

Milk contains vitamins and fatty acids that lighten skin under the armpits. Blend milk and curd into a super-efficient remedy. Lactic acid will make the skin under your armpits a lot brighter.

Ingredients needed:

1 tablespoon milk

1 tablespoon curd

1 tablespoon flour

How to prepare:

Combine the ingredients together to get a thick paste like mixture. Rub it on your armpit, and leave it for at least 15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water.

Lemon

Lemon contains vitamin C which helps in removing dead skin cells, enhances skin rejuvenation and gives a healthier skin complexion.

Apply some fresh lemon juice on your knees and elbows. Massage the area for a couple of minutes. Rinse it off after 20 minutes with warm water and apply moisturizer.

Mix 1 lemon juice and a tablespoon of honey. Apply it to your elbows and knees for at least 20 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.

Almond 

Almond and Almond oil contain skin nourishing property that maintain optimal skin health. Massage your knees and elbows using warm almond oil for 5 minutes daily. Apply this procedure before going to bed.

Mix ½ tablespoon of ground almond and yogurt into a thick paste. Apply it to your knees and elbows. Once the mask slightly dried, massage it to the affected with wet fingers, then rinse off using cold water. Do this procedure 2 times daily for several weeks.

Chickpea flour [Gram Flour]

Chickpea flour has long been used across India and Southeast Asia as both exfoliant and homemade beauty treatment to lighten and brighten skin. It contains so many essential nutrients which keeps your skin healthy and thus promotes fairy skin.

Ingredients to be needed;

2 tablespoon chickpea flour

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon yogurt

A pinch of turmeric

How to prepare:

Combine the ingredients until smooth. Rub it to your armpit at least 1 hour, then rinse off. The silky smooth mask will lighten your arms. Do the process daily for 2 weeks.

Sugar

Combine equal amount of sugar and olive oil. Apply the mixture to your knees and elbows using rotary movement at least for 5 minutes. Wash off with mild cleanser and mild water. Do this procedure daily.

Source: Healthy Food House