Most gals have probably had this happen; you get tan lines, blotchy discoloration and uneven skin tone you simply can not remedy. Skin troubles are every gal’s nemesis! The truth of the matter is it’s hard to get rid of unwanted tan lines!
When we get a tan, it’s our body’s way to reacting to the exposure of damaging UV rays. One of the easiest ways to avoid the harshness of the sun is to apply sunscreen. This article shares why you must use sunscreen.
Here are a few ways to get rid of an unwanted tan:
Exfoliate Your Skin
Use a store bought or homemade body scrub to exfoliate your skin gently. Exfoliating your skin can potentially lighten and get rid of dead skin cells on your skin’s surface.
Exfoliate your skin before you shower, this way you’re not setting aside additional time to do this task. Exfoliating your skin (all over the body except your face) can take up to 10 minutes.
Lemon & Honey
Lemon and honey are good for a sore throat and it also helps to erase that pesky unwanted tan. Squeeze half of a lemon into a small bowl and add honey. You’ll need to add more honey so as to avoid a too watery concoction. The consistency of this homemade balm should stick to your skin and not drip off. If you haven’t exfoliated, you can add a bit of sugar or Himalayan salt to create a scrub.
You want to apply it in the bathroom where you can easily wash down the mess because let’s face it, maintaining great skincare calls for extreme, potentially messy scenarios. Leave on the skin for 20 minutes and wash off with luke warm water.
Honey as well as sugar are natural exfoliators. Honey is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti bacterial benefits. Lemon has antioxidants, astringent and skin lightening properties. Healthline succinctly covers the topic of lemon; it’s setbacks and benefits to your skin.
Turmeric
For ages Indians have used turmeric internally and externally. Turmeric is known for its many uses that range from memory loss, healing wounds to skincare!
This brilliant yellow powder can be mixed with honey to create a paste. Apply it in the shower or while you sit on a disposable mat or sheet since turmeric stains. Believe me, you never want turmeric on your floors or counter tops. If you don’t clean it immediately, it will leave permanent stains.
Baking Soda
Baking soda has phenomenal exfoliating properties that will remove dead cells and lighten skin effectively. Mix 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda with about a teaspoon of water or lemon to create the paste. Apply and leave on for about 15 minutes. Remove with warm water and don’t forget to moisturize. Here’s an informative video that shows exactly how to do it at home and to gain favorable results.
Remember gaining permanent results requires consistency, as with any aspect of skincare. Please do your research if you have sensitive skin and can not use any of these remedies.
Now it’s time to gather your ingredients and tell me your results!
