Dark coloured underarms can be very embarrassing for one and all. You won’t be able to wear sleeveless dresses and feel reluctant to raise your arms. There are many reasons for your underarms to go dark. It could be excessive shaving, use of hair removal creams, and roll on-deodorants. But you need not despair we have some easy home remedies for you today that are surely effective.
Use the humble potato
Potatoes are acidic, so they can be used as a bleaching agent. All you need to do is rub a thin slice in the under arms and wash after about twenty minutes. You can also grate the potato and apply it there.
Use the refreshing cucumber
Cucumbers also have natural bleaching properties and can be used to lighten the skin. Rub a thin slice or grate a piece and apply it to your underarms. Leave it on for thirty minutes.
A lemon will never fail you
We all know that lemons are excellent bleaching agents. They are often used in skin treatments and can be used in the underarms too. Rub a lemon wedge and leave it on for a few minutes. And if you want them to be more effective, sprinkle some sugar on the lemon wedges.
Baking soda can be helpful too
Baking soda is often used for exfoliating and in scrubs. It effectively removes dead skin and makes your underarms lighter. Just mix some baking soda with water, make a paste and apply it on the underarms. Leave it on for about fifteen minutes and wash with warm water.
Orange peel is a trusted remedy
Orange peel is often used in beauty products to lighten the skin. It also works as an exfoliator. Dry some orange peel in the sun and then grind them to a powder. Now mix the powder with rose water, milk and make a paste. Scrub and wash after some time.
