ALBAWABA Lightening dark armpits can be done effectively with simple, natural ingredients available at home. Here are some of the best methods to help brighten underarms:
1. Lemon and Baking Soda Scrub
- Ingredients: 1 tablespoon baking soda, ½ lemon
- Method: Mix baking soda with a bit of water to form a paste. Rub a lemon slice directly onto your armpit, then apply the baking soda paste in circular motions. Let it sit for about 10 minutes, then rinse with cool water. The acidity of lemon acts as a natural bleach, while baking soda exfoliates, removing dead skin cells.
- Frequency: 2-3 times a week
2. Aloe Vera Gel
- Ingredients: Fresh aloe vera gel or store-bought
- Method: Apply aloe vera gel to your underarms and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. Aloe vera helps soothe the skin and has mild bleaching properties, ideal for sensitive areas.
- Frequency: Daily
3. Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
- Ingredients: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, cotton pad
- Method: Soak a cotton pad in apple cider vinegar and dab it onto your armpits. Leave it on for 5-10 minutes before rinsing. The natural acids in ACV help lighten dark patches while killing bacteria.
- Frequency: 3 times a week
4. Potato Juice
- Ingredients: 1 small potato
- Method: Grate the potato and extract the juice. Apply the juice to your underarms with a cotton ball. Let it dry for 10-15 minutes, then rinse. Potato contains natural bleaching agents that lighten skin without irritation.
- Frequency: Daily
5. Cucumber and Turmeric Mask
- Ingredients: 1 cucumber, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Method: Grate the cucumber and mix with turmeric to form a paste. Apply this to your armpits and let it sit for 15 minutes before washing off. Cucumber cools and soothes, while turmeric is an antioxidant that helps reduce pigmentation.
- Frequency: 3-4 times a week
6. Coconut Oil
- Ingredients: A few drops of coconut oil
- Method: Massage a few drops of coconut oil into your underarms daily for about 10-15 minutes. Coconut oil is rich in Vitamin E, which helps lighten the skin over time.
- Frequency: Daily
Trying these remedies consistently can make a noticeable difference. However, if irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist.
