Due to overexposure of the face and skin to direct sun rays results in tanning, hyperpigmentation, and dark spots- the never-ending problems for both men and women, however, men are the most affected.
How does this suntan occur?
Anything that is moderate is always beneficial to humans. Likewise, a moderate level of sunlight exposure provides Vitamin D.
But when the exposure is too high, our skin produces a pigment called melanin and protects our skin from the harmful UV rays which results in the darker complexion know as a suntan.
The one best thing is that, even with the easiest home remedies at home, your original complexion can be restored.
After deep analysis and proven practical results,
Here is the list of the best homemade remedies to treat your skin/face tan.
#1. Lemon juice
Yes, Lemon juice always stands at the top, to be the simplest and most effective way to de-tan your skin and face because of its excellent bleaching properties.
Apart from that, lemons are rich in Vitamin C which helps in making your skin lighten and glow if used regularly.
How to apply?
Lemon juice alone
- Cut a piece of lemon and squeeze the juice into a bowl.
- Dip a cotton ball into it and apply on the affected parts.
- Leave for 5 to 10 minutes and wash with normal water.
Note- If you feel any itching or burning on your face after applying lemon juice, immediately wash your face and skin with cool water. Some people may have allergic to lemon juice.
- Lemon juice and honey
Due to the antimicrobial properties and abundant antioxidants packed in honey, it is one of the best remedies to treat your tanned skin. Also, raw honey moisturizes your skin and prevents aging.
How to apply?
- Mix a few drops of lemon juice and the same proportion of honey in a bowl to make it a paste.
- Apply on the affected parts and leave at least 15 to 20 minutes.
- Then wash with tap water and dab on your face with a towel.
- Don’t rub your face with a towel harshly.
- Lemon juice and cucumber juice
Cucumber is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and caffeic acid. Cucumber juice helps in rejuvenating your skin and maintains the moisture content of the skin. Due to its soothing properties, it effectively fights against sunburns.
How to apply?
- Take a portion of a cucumber and squeeze it to extract the juice.
- Mix a few drops of lemon juice and extracted cucumber juice.
- Dip a cotton ball into it and apply all over the tanned-areas.
- Leave it until it dries.
- Wash it with normal water.
Note- Cucumber juice can be directly applied to your skin even without adding lemon juice. It is equally effective.
#2. Yogurt and Turmeric
Yogurt
Rich in lactic acid, zinc, magnesium, and Vitamin B, yogurt provides a lot of nourishing benefits to the skin.
Yogurt helps in reducing the dark blemishes on the skin, moisturizes, cleans the pores, prevents wrinkles, exfoliates the skin, and still more.
Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the traditional and ancient skincare treatments used in all our homes and its health benefits are abundant and very much known.
Turmeric fights against acne and reduces the scars, dark spots, and black circles. It is also used widely for its anti-aging properties.
How to apply?
- Take a scoop of yogurt in a bowl and add one or two pinches of turmeric to it.
- Mix it well to make it a paste.
( Optional- You can also add few drops of rose water to it)
- Apply the paste to the affected areas.
- Leave it for 20 to 25 minutes and allow it to dry on all parts.
- Wash it with normal running water.
- Turmeric and gram flour
Gram flour (Besan or chickpea flour) has extraordinary health benefits and nourishes your skin. Gram flour is the instant remedy to de-tan and lightens your skin.
How to apply?
- Take 2 to 3 spoons of gram flour in a bowl.
- Add 2 to 3 pinch of turmeric powder to it.
- Add water to it and make it a paste.
For more effective results, use milk or yogurt and rose water to make it a paste instead of normal water.
- Apply the paste to your face and skin.
- Leave it to dry for about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Wash with normal running water.
#3. Tomato juice
Tomato juice has high anti-aging properties and stimulates the production of collagen. It also helps in lightening the skin, reducing the blemishes and soothes the sunburns on skin.
How to apply?
- Cut a slice of tomato and crush it to extract its juice.
- You can directly apply it to the affected parts. (or)
- You can also mix it with yogurt-turmeric face pack, gram flour- turmeric face pack, or even Multani mitti-rose water(or raw milk) face pack for best results.
- Leave it to dry.
- Wash with cool water.
#4. Potato juice
Potatoes are rich in potassium, iron, vitamins B and C.
The anti-aging properties in potato juice act against premature wrinkles on the face, and also lightens skin, reduces the pigmentation and also moisturizes our skin to a great extent.
Dermatologists recommend using potato juice under the eyes to reduce dark circles due to its high skin-tightening properties.
How to apply?
- Take a potato and cut it into slices.
- Grind it or crush it and extract the juice out of it.
- Dip a cotton ball into it and apply it to affected areas.
For fast and effective results, you can also mix the potato juice with cucumber juice or any natural ingredient face pack.
- Leave it until it gets dried on all parts.
- Wash with normal tap water.
#5. Aloe vera
Aloe Vera gel is an excellent remedy for taking care of dark tans. It will lighten the skin in as little as a week if applied every day to the affected area.
Ingredients you need:
- Aloe Vera gel and few drops of lemon juice.
How to apply?
- Mix Aloe Vera gel and lemon juice properly.
- Now, apply the mixture or paste of aloe Vera gel and lemon juice onto your face and affected area with the cotton ball.
- Then, leave it for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash it off with the fresh and little cold water.
Takeaways-
Follow these remedies once in 2 days every week and you would notice the difference in your complexion and texture of the skin. Though home remedies could help you lighten the suntan, avoid going directly under heavy sunlight. Under unavoidable circumstances, please make it a habit to wear a hat and sun-protective clothing. Drink a lot of water every day. Stay safe!
