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Getting rid of BLEMISHES
Aloe vera gel can be used for an array of skin problems. Aloe vera gel is mainly used to nourish and hydrate skin, but it can be used to lighten blemishes as it works towards controlling melanin overproduction that takes place when an acne scar appears.
Tip: Extract fresh aloe vera gel and apply it to the affected area, twice a day. Rub the gel on dark elbows and knees, too, to reduce pigmentation.
= Honey
Not only is honey used to make dull skin radiant, it is also known to bleach skin, thereby reducing the appearance of dull spots. Antibacterial in nature, it keeps acne-causing bacteria at bay while locking in moisture of the skin. Honey can be used in a number of face masks to make skin glow. Adding a spritz of lemon to honey works wonders for tired dull skin, while reducing blemishes and pigmentation.
Tip: Use raw honey instead of processed honey for maximum effect.
= Backing Soda
While using baking soda directly, on the skin, is not recommended, blending the same with water and applying it on blemishes aids in diminishing the appearance of blemishes. Baking soda is known to have bleaching properties that work actively to reduce pigmentation. Apart from tackling pigmentation, it also fights acne, blackheads and removes dead skin cells.
Tip: Dark underarms? Use a paste of baking soda, lemon juice and water on your underarms to lighten the areas.
= Egg White
A rich source of protein and amino acids, egg whites flush out bacteria, while fending off the formation of bacteria. Egg whites absorb excess oil to dry up pimples and work towards reducing pigmentation in the form of blemishes. Beaten egg whites reduce discolouration, even out skin tone, and make the skin firm.
Tip: Don’t let the left-over yolk go to waste. Apply it as a hair mask to stimulate growth and leave your locks bouncy and shiny.
=Potato
Being a bleaching agent, and rich in starch, potatoes, or potato juice, reduces skin discolouration and blemishes. This root contains an enzyme called catecholase which accelerates healthy skin growth, too.
Tip: Use potato juice directly on the blemish to lighten it.
= Lemon Juice
Popularly used for its natural bleaching properties, lemon juice is used far and wide in face scrubs and masks alike to brighten skin. Sun damage often leads to pigmentation and blemishes; Vitamin C-rich lemon juice gets rid of dead skin cells, and its antiseptic properties work to keep bacteria and infections at bay.
Tip: Don’t forget to dilute lemon juice as it can be harsh on your skin if used just as it is.