Natural remedies: How to remove dark spots on the body

 

Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which research from Trusted Source shows can lighten pigmentation.

Ingredients :

• Apple cider vinegar

Method :

1. Combine equal parts apple cider vinegar and water in a bowl.
2. Apply it to your dark spots and leave it on for two to three minutes.
3. Rinse with lukewarm water.
4. Repeat the operation twice a day until you achieve the desired results.

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Aloe vera contains aloin, a natural depigmenting compound that has been shown to lighten skin and work effectively as a non-toxic treatment for hyperpigmentation.

Ingredients :

• aloe vera

Method :

1. Apply pure aloe vera gel on the pigmented areas before going to bed.
2. Rinse with lukewarm water the next morning.
3. Repeat the operation daily until the color of your skin improves.

ResearchTrusted Source shows that green tea extract can have a lightening effect when applied to the skin. 

Ingredients :

• green tea extract

Method :

1. Steep a green tea bag in boiled water for three to five minutes.
2. Remove the tea bag from the water and let it cool down; you don’t want to burn your skin.
3. Rub the tea bag on the dark spots.
4. Repeat the operation twice a day until you get results.

Rose water is known for its anti-inflammatory properties for the skin. It also has a nice smell. 

Ingredients :

• Water of roses
• honey
• turmeric

Method :

1. Mix a tablespoon of honey, rose water and turmeric.
2. Massage this paste on your armpits and leave it on for 10 minutes.
3. Rinse with warm water.

Milk, buttermilk, and even sour milk have been shown to effectively lighten skin discoloration. 

Ingredients :

• buttermilk

Method :

1. Apply buttermilk on dark spots and leave for 15-20 minutes.
2. Rinse with lukewarm water and finish with your favorite serum and moisturizer.
3. If you have oily skin or acne, add a little lemon or lime juice.
4. Rinse with lukewarm water and finish with your favorite serum and moisturizer.

Multani mitti is known for its antibacterial and skin-improving properties. 

Ingredients :

• Multani Mitti
• Lemon juice

Method :

1. Take a bowl of water and add two tablespoons of Multani mitti. 
2. Mix it with a tablespoon of lemon juice.
3. Massage this paste on your underarms for 10 minutes and wash off with a mild cleanser.