How to Lighten Your Skin Naturally

Dark skin are caused by overexposure to the sun, a medical condition, dry skin, stress, gene, and excessive use of chemical-based cosmetic products.

Many people work hard to achieve fair and radiant skin. The market is filled with bleaching creams and lotions. But such products have harmful chemicals that can damage your skin. Most of the products are expensive, too.

You can save yourself some time and money by using natural remedies that will make your skin look brighter and lighter.Here are the ways you can get that beautiful skin;

1. Oranges

One of the most important ingredient in skin care is vitamin C, oranges have abundance vitamin C. oranges have bleaching properties to help you lighten your skin naturally.

Researchers have found that continual intake of orange can improve your skin texture. You can lighten your skin using oranges with this two methods.

Grind dried orange peels into powder. Mix one tablespoon of the powdered peels with one tablespoon of plain yogurt to make a paste. Apply the paste on your skin and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Wash it off with water. This helps in lightening dark spots and marks on your faces. Do this once or twice a week, not exceeding that.

Combine two tablespoons of orange juice and a pinch of powdered turmeric. Apply this mixture on your face and neck before going to sleep. You can also apply it on your hands and legs. Wash it off after 20 to 30 minutes. Do this daily.

2. Gram Flour

Gram flour is one of the best ingredients for people who want lighter skin.It contains nutrients that help keep your skin healthy. Using the method below everyday will help remove excess oil from your skin while keeping your skin’s natural moisture.

1. Mix some gram flour with a small amount of water or rose water to make a thick paste.
2. Apply it on your face, hands, and legs.

Leave it on until the paste dries. Then wash it off with water.

3. Yogurt

1. Gently rub plain yogurt onto your skin. Leave it on for a few minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Do this once daily for several weeks to notice a significant change in your complexion.
2. Alternatively, mix one tablespoon of fresh yogurt with one-half tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture on your face and neck. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes and then wash it off with water. Do this daily to improve your skin tone and complexion.
3. You can also add a little lemon juice and some oatmeal to yogurt to make a thick paste, and apply it as a face mask. This remedy will also help keep your skin supple and moisturized.
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