Lemon Juice
Lemon juice works as an excellent skin-lightening home remedy to reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation due to its bleaching effect.
Its high citric acid content exfoliates the skin, removes excess oil and kills acne-causing bacteria. It also minimizes the appearance of large pores and smoothes the skin.
– Simply apply fresh lemon juice on your skin and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off. Do this daily for a month or so.
– Alternatively, combine one-quarter teaspoon each of lemon juice and organic honey. Rub it on your skin and wash it off after 15 to 20 minutes. Repeat a few times a week for one month or until you see improvement.
– You can also mix together equal parts of lemon juice and tomato juice. For extra exfoliation, add one tablespoon of oatmeal (optional). Apply the mixture on the affected area. Leave it on for about 15 minutes, and then rinse it off. Do this daily, or three or four times a week for about a month or until you get encouraging results.
Tomato Juice
Being rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, tomato juice is excellent for creating glowing and blemish-free skin. Plus, it helps shrink large pores and cure acne due to its astringent properties. Tomatoes are also good for reducing suntan due to their high lycopene content.
– Massage your skin with tomato pulp.
– Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes, and then rinse it off with cool water.
– Follow this simple routine daily for several weeks or until you get the desired results.
– To enjoy clear and healthy skin, also include fresh tomatoes in your daily diet.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is rich in alpha hydroxy acids and hence lightens dark spots and blemishes. In addition, it helps balance the skin’s pH levels, reduces excess oils and opens clogged pores.
Due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, apple cider vinegar also fights acne breakouts.
– Mix one part organic apple cider vinegar and three parts water. If it seems too strong, you can increase the amount of water.
– Dip a cotton ball in this solution and dab it on the affected area.
n Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes, and then wash it off.
– Use two or three times a day until the blemish fades away.