Lighten Dark Skin In The Armpits

Here you will find simple natural remedies that can be used to lighten and care for the skin at the same time.

Deodorants, wax hair removal, excessive sweating, and other factors can cause dark skin in the armpits , which not only looks unsightly, but also clogs the skin’s pores.

Today we introduce you to homemade home remedies that you can use to lighten the dark skin in the armpits . 

Why is the skin in the armpits discolored?

Not only here, but also on the elbows, knees and other places, the skin can turn dark due to constant friction or certain products.

Deodorants or wax for hair removal can also cause discoloration. In addition, creams, lack of peelings, poor hygiene or profuse sweating are possible causes of dark skin in the armpits.

If dead skin cells accumulate, the first thing to do is to thoroughly clean the area with a brush and neutral soap. We recommend that you care with natural products.

Home remedies for dark skin in the armpits

Dark areas of skin don’t look pretty, but you can easily remove them with the following home remedies:

1. Lemon and baking soda

The lemon has a lightening effect and baking soda is also perfect for a gentle peeling. In combination, it creates an excellent means of lightening dark spots in the armpits.

At the same time, you can use it to reduce perspiration and bad smells. Do not use this home remedy right after you shave! 

ingredients

• 2 spoons of baking soda (20 g)
• Juice of half a lemon

preparation

• Mix the baking soda and lemon juice until a homogeneous paste is formed.
• Then apply in circular movements to the armpits after washing.

• Repeat every evening. Do not forget that you must not go out in the sun afterwards, as lemon can have the opposite effect when exposed to the sun and can lead to skin spots!

2. Lemon

If you don’t have baking soda at home, you can simply rub half a lemon on the dark skin area and let it work for a short time.

• Let the lemon juice sit on your skin for 15 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
• Then use this treatment twice a week in the evening.

3. Peeling with pumice stone

You can use a pumice stone in the shower to remove dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs.

• Gently rub the dark skin under your armpits with the pumice stone while the skin is moist to prevent skin irritation.
• Then apply a nourishing moisturizer after showering.

4. Lemon and Sugar

Sugar has similar properties to baking soda and makes a perfect peeling. You can use it to treat dark armpit skin several times a week.

ingredients

• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tablespoon of sugar (10 g)

preparation

• Squeeze the lemon and then mix the juice with the sugar until a grainy paste is formed.
• Then apply it with circular movements.
• Leave on for 15 minutes and then rinse off with plenty of water.

• Then pat dry with a cotton towel (do not rub!).
• Then apply a moisturizing cream.

5. Sweet potato

Sweet potato juice has many skin health benefits. It has a very gentle effect and is therefore also suitable for sensitive skin.

preparation

• It’s easy: peel a sweet potato and then cut it into slices. Then use it to rub the dark skin under your armpits.
• Another option is to rub the sweet potato and then apply it to the affected areas of the skin like a mask.
• In both cases, let it work for 15 minutes and then rinse off. Then repeat the application daily.

6. Yogurt

Use plain yogurt or Greek yogurt for this treatment.

• One spoon in each armpit is sufficient. Apply and then let it work for 20 minutes.
• The yogurt will soften the skin and then over time will reduce the stains.
• The application can then be carried out daily.

7. Oatmeal, honey and lemon

Two ingredients with exfoliating properties and one with lightening properties are used in this recipe, so this home remedy is very effective.

This home remedy can be used all over the body, but we recommend it for the armpits. Do the treatment once a week.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of oatmeal (20 g)
• 1 tablespoon honey (25 g)
• Juice of one lemon

preparation

• Mix the oat flakes and honey in a bowl.
• Then add the lemon juice and mix well.

• Make a homogeneous paste and then apply it to the dark areas of the skin with a light massage.
• Leave on for 15 minutes and then rinse off with plenty of warm water.
• Finally, apply some moisturizing cream.

8. Coconut oil

Coconut oil is suitable for a wide variety of skin treatments and can also be used against dark spots. It is rich in vitamin E and moisturizes the skin. At the same time, it works like a natural deodorant.

• Simply apply the coconut oil to the affected areas with cotton wool every morning.

9. Cucumber

The cucumber should not be missing from this list. This refreshing vegetable has long been used in various beauty treatments.

preparation

• Cut a cucumber into slices and then place them on the dark skin.
• Then wash the skin areas.
• Then use this treatment three times a week.

10. Cucumber, lemon and turmeric

Finally, we would like to introduce a particularly effective home remedy to lighten the dark skin in the armpits. This treatment has an exfoliating effect and makes the skin supple.

ingredients

• Juice of ½ lemon.
• ½ cucumber.
• 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric (5 g)

preparation

• Peel and grate the cucumber and then mix with lemon juice and turmeric.
• Apply to the dark areas of the skin and let it work for 20 minutes, then rinse off.