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Few of the main causes of the dark knees and elbows are as follows.
- dead skin cells
- friction
- extensive exposure to the sun
- a hormonal imbalance
As these parts of the body are deprived of any oil glands, it is our responsibility to protect them from dryness and to maintain their proper care and hygiene.
Today we present to our readers a few easy yet super effective natural remedies to help nourish the skin of your around the elbow and knees to remove the dark patches.
Cucumber
Cucumber contains bleaching properties which makes it one of the effective ingredients to get rid of dark knee sad n elbows. It not only removes the dead skin cells but also moisturizes the skin.
To use it for this particular skin care follow this method.
- Rub thick slices of cucumber gently on the elbows and knees for 15 minutes.
- Leave the residue on for 5 minutes
- Rinse it off with cold water
To increase the effects, you can add lemon juice and cucumber juice and apply it over your knees and elbows on daily basis.
Lemon and baking soda
Lemon is great for skin lightening as it is packed with antioxidants and Vitamin C. Both of these, aid in skin regeneration as well as improving the skin complexion. As for baking soda, it is a gentle and effective cleaner for dark skin areas.
To use it for dark knees and elbows, follow this method.
- Cut a lemon in 2 equal halves.
- Add 1 tbsp of baking soda over the lemon
- Rub the elbows and knees for 1 minute each with this lemon slice
- Let it settle for 15 minutes
- Rinse it off with warm water
- Repeat the process 2 times a day
Aloe Vera and milk
Aloe Vera helps moisturizes the skin as well as has an even skin tone along with its antifungal and antibacterial properties. Adding Aloe Vera with milk only increases the benefit for skin lightening with these natural ingredients.
To use it for dark knees and elbows, follow this method.
- Mix equal amounts of Aloe Vera and Milk
- Apply the mixture on the affected skin
- Leave it for one night
- Wash it off in the morning with warm water
Potato
Potatoes are enriched with ‘Catecholase enzymes’ that is a natural compound to lighten the skin tone. Using potato as a scrub over dark knees and elbows help lighten the darkness.
To use it for dark knees and elbows, follow this method.
- Grate 1 potato and squeeze out its juice
- Apply this juice over dark knees and elbows
- Let it sit for 15 minutes
- Rinse it off with warm water
- Afterward, apply a moisturizer
Turmeric
For removing skin impurities and dead skin cell from knees and elbows; Turmeric is one of the most effective natural ingredients that comes with no side effects. It is enriched with a substance named Curcumin that not only reduces but also regulates the production of ‘melanin’ which is responsible for dark complexions of skin.
To use it for dark knees and elbows, follow this method.
- Add a pinch of turmeric in 1 tsp of milk to make a paste
- Apply it over knees and elbows
- Let it sit for a few minutes
- Rinse it off with warm water
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is great for repairing dark and damaged skin with its essential fatty acids and Vitamin E.
To use it for dark knees and elbows, follow this method.
- After taking every bath, apply some coconut oil on the affected skin
- Massage for 2 to 3 minutes gently until the oil is absorbed by the skin.
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