How To Get Rid Of Dark Underarms.

Dark underarms are so embarrassing. Specially in summers we wish to wear free cotton sleeveless tops but because of dark underarms we stop going sleeveless.

Following proper skincare regimen would help you to get rid off dark underarms gradually. Within no time you will go sleeveless without fear.

Causes for dark underarms:

1. Shaving Underarms:

Whenever you shave your underarms it causes skin inflammation. Regular shaving increases skin friction and makes skin thick and results in hyper-pigmentation.  

2. Deodorants And Antiperspirants:

The harmful chemicals present in deodorants cause skin inflammation and makes skin dark. 

3: Dead Skin Cells:

Accumulation of dead skin cells on skin surface can cause darkening of skin. It is always better to scrub your underarms regularly to avoid darkening of skin.

4. Obesity:

Obesity leads to high levels of insulin in body. Maintaining proper diet helps to control sugar levels. 

5. Bacterial Infection:

Excess sweat might lead to accumulation of bacteria. Long term infections might lead to darkening of skin. 

6. Pregnancy:

During pregnancy a common skin problem Melasma occurs which causes skin discoloration. 

7.Smoking:

Smoking causes dark underarm patches which results in hyper-pigmentation. Avoid smoking and you will observe dark patches gradually reduces.

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         Home Remedies For Dark Underarms

1. Baking Soda Scrub:

Baking soda works well as an exfoliant. It helps to remove dead skin cells that have been accumulated over the skin surface.

2. Chickpea Flour (Basin) and Turmeric:

Chickpea flour has been in use in beauty regimen since ancient times. 

Take 2tbsp of and add pinch of turmeric and add lemon juice to it. Mix well and scrub underarms with this paste for 10mins. Let it dry and wash off.

3. Sandalwood Powder And Rose Water:

For 2tbsp of sandalwood water and rosewater and mix well.

Apply this paste and massage well. Leave it for 20mins and wash off.

4. Orange Peel Powder:

Oranges are loaded with vitamin C. The bleaching properties of orange powder helps to reduce dark patches and lightens underarms.

Take 3tbsp of orange peel powder and add lemon juice. Mix well and massage for 5mins. Repeat this thrice a week.

5. Tomato And Sugar Scrub:

Tomato has strong bleaching properties and are rich source of vitamin C. 

Sugar helps to exfoliate skin and removes dead cells.

Blend tomato and to the pulp add 1tbsp of sugar and 2tbsp lemon juice. 

Apply this over underarms and scrub well for good 5 to 10mins and wash off with water. Repeat this remedy thrice a week or daily.

6. Milk And Turmeric:

This is a Grandma's remedy as its been in use since ancient times. 

Take 3tbsp of raw milk and add pinch of turmeric. Apply this over your dark underarm and massage well.

Leave it till it dries completely and wash off with water.

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