Skin trends in Pakistan have changed over the years, the times when Pakistani people used to go crazy for “fair” skin are gradually changing to having clear and healthy skin. It will definitely take some time to get rid of the fair skin craze, but we can see how awareness in increasing in the masses. Sun exposure on daily basis leads to appearance of dark spots on the skin which makes the skin look untidy and unhealthy. So, understanding your concern, we come up with some of the most handy home remedies to help you get rid of those unwanted dark spots.

Cucumber

Cucumber has been used in skin care for years and years due to its unmatched properties. Cucumber is an excellent source of anti-oxidants and has skin lightening properties. Blending a cucumber and applying the paste on dark spots lead to decreasing the appearance of dark spots.

Turmeric

Turmeric is famous for its bleaching effect, turmeric contains curcumin which helps in reducing melanin from the skin. All you need to do is make a paste of turmeric and milk, and apply this paste on your dark spots. Leave it for 20-30 minutes and then rinse it off. For best results, repeat it on alternate days.

Lemon juice

Lemon juice has antioxidants, and has ingredients that act as a bleaching agent. Lemon has always been used for skin lightening. Make a mixture of lemon with water. We won’t recommend applying lemon directly on the skin, so dilute the lemon juice with water and apply it with a cotton swab on the affected areas, and wash it off after 15-20 minutes.

Orange peel

Orange peel has a lot flavonoids and antioxidants in it, which have skin lightening effects. Take an orange peel, dry it, and then blend it to get a powder. Mix this powder with water, and apply the paste on your dark spots. Regular use will help you get rid of dark spots.

Aloe Vera

Studies done in 2017, suggest that Aloe Vera applied daily to the dark spot lead to lightening of dark spots in 5 weeks. Take out the Aloe Vera gel, blend it and apply it directly on the dark spots and wash it after 15-20 minutes. this will help in depigmenting the dark spots.

Skin trends in Pakistan have changed over the years, the times when Pakistani people used to go crazy for “fair” skin are gradually changing to having clear and healthy skin. It will definitely take some time to get rid of the fair skin craze, but we can see how awareness in increasing in the masses. Sun exposure on daily basis leads to appearance of dark spots on the skin which makes the skin look untidy and unhealthy. So, understanding your concern, we come up with some of the most handy home remedies to help you get rid of those unwanted dark spots.

Cucumber

Cucumber has been used in skin care for years and years due to its unmatched properties. Cucumber is an excellent source of anti-oxidants and has skin lightening properties. Blending a cucumber and applying the paste on dark spots lead to decreasing the appearance of dark spots.

Turmeric

Turmeric is famous for its bleaching effect, turmeric contains curcumin which helps in reducing melanin from the skin. All you need to do is make a paste of turmeric and milk, and apply this paste on your dark spots. Leave it for 20-30 minutes and then rinse it off. For best results, repeat it on alternate days.

Lemon juice

Lemon juice has antioxidants, and has ingredients that act as a bleaching agent. Lemon has always been used for skin lightening. Make a mixture of lemon with water. We won’t recommend applying lemon directly on the skin, so dilute the lemon juice with water and apply it with a cotton swab on the affected areas, and wash it off after 15-20 minutes.

Orange peel

Orange peel has a lot flavonoids and antioxidants in it, which have skin lightening effects. Take an orange peel, dry it, and then blend it to get a powder. Mix this powder with water, and apply the paste on your dark spots. Regular use will help you get rid of dark spots.

Aloe Vera

Studies done in 2017, suggest that Aloe Vera applied daily to the dark spot lead to lightening of dark spots in 5 weeks. Take out the Aloe Vera gel, blend it and apply it directly on the dark spots and wash it after 15-20 minutes. this will help in depigmenting the dark spots.

Dark circles are equally common in both men and women these days. There are numerous causes that may lead to dark circles. It is not very easy to get rid of dark circles, but with constant efforts and care you can eliminate dark circles completely!

Sleep Well  

Want to get rid of dark circles? Make sure you sleep well! We know you’ve heard it everywhere, but it is SO important that can’t ignore this point. Not getting enough sleep is the most common cause that leads to dark circles, so to get rid of dark circles you need to wipe out the factors that lead to them.

Keep yourself Well Hydrated 

We will keep stressing on this point forever! If you don’t drink at least 8 glasses of water per day, and want to get beautiful spot free and dark circle free skin, you’re aiming for something that isn’t possible sweetie. To achieve flawless skin, the very basic step towards the journey is keeping yourself well hydrated. Those puffy eyes you see in the mirror are your body’s reaction to you not drinking enough water. That is when your body attempt to save water in form of those puffy bags under your eyes. So, it’s time you stop keeping your body in scarce conditions, drink enough water so that your body doesn’t have to worry about emergency situations.

Green Tea

After enjoying your refreshing cup of green tea, don’t throw away the tea bag. Green tea is rich of anti-oxidants and has caffeine in it. Caffeine helps you fight the puffiness and dark patches under your eyes. So, after having your green tea, utilize the teabag rich of goodness! You can apply it directly to your eyes, or keep the teabags in the fridge and use them once they’re cold.

Turmeric mask

Turmeric is an essential ingredient of Asian food. Turmeric is rich with the chemical curcumin which is a powerful ingredient to get rid of inflammation, swelling and dullness. To get rid of dark circles here is a magical mask that we are sharing with you. Make a paste of turmeric with buttermilk, and apply it under your eyes, wash it after 20 minutes. to completely get rid of dark circles, repeat this every alternate day for two weeks.

Cucumber

we all have easy access to cucumbers. Go and pick a cucumber from your kitchen shelf, slice it up, and put those juicy pieces on your eyes and relax! Let them stay for at least 20 minutes and wash your eyes with cold water, you will feel refreshed instantly and will notice that your dark circles have diminished.