6. Buttermilk
Buttermilk contains lactic acid naturally. And if you are unaware of what lactic acid is, then let me tell you that it is one of the core ingredients used in many chemical peel beauty products to give out a brighter and lighter skin. In fact, lactic acid eliminates dead cells from skin, helping you reduce dark spots much faster. Rather buying those expensive chemical peels, why not make use of what you have in your house? It is 100% natural and costs you nothing.
You Will Need
- Buttermilk- – 4 to 5 teaspoons
- Fresh tomato juice – 2 teaspoons
Do This
- Combine tomato juice and buttermilk. The reason why beauty experts advice using tomato juice here is because it has amazing bleaching properties, which helps in enhancing your skin effectively
- Apply this onto your dark spots
- Let your skin absorb all the nutrients
- Wash off with cold water
7. Watermelon Rind
When it comes to how to get rid of dark spots on face, this tip is something you need to make a note of. Watermelons are widely known for treating dark spots for the reason that they have high sources of fiber, vitamins-A, moisture, vitamin-B & C. Moreover, the soothing and cool pulp helps in reducing sun damages. Use either its pulp or its rind. This is up to your choice but I personally recommend using its rind. Why to throw away when you can put it in good use?
You Will Need
Watermelon rind – 1 or 2
Do This
- After you eat few watermelon pieces, cut its rind in small pieces
- Rub its inner part onto your face
- Let its juice be transferred onto your skin
- Concentrate more on dark spots and leave it 20 minutes
- Wash off with cold water
- Repeat this for 2 to 3 times in a week
8. Aloe Vera
Yet another great answer to the question — how to get rid of dark spots on face is none other than Aloe Vera. To beauty experts, this natural ingredient is one of the best gifts from Mother Nature. It is well known for its analgesic, antiseptic, skin lightening and soothing properties. On the other hand, it has great moisturizing capabilities. This miraculous herb can lessen skin pigmentation, rashes, allergies, premature aging, suntan, dry skin, blemishes, dark spots and even acne scars. You can either apply its gel directly onto your dark patches or make a face mask like the one listed below. Either way, it works great in healing your dark patches.
Method 1
You Will Need
- Fresh Aloe Vera gel – 1-tablespoon
- Fresh tomato juice – 2-tablespoons
Do This
- Combine Aloe Vera gel & tomato juice together in a bowl
- Massage your face gently using the prepared mixture for at least 3 minutes while concentrating more on black spots
- Once you massage, take little more mixture & apply it like a face mask
- Let your skin absorb all its nutrients
- Wash off using warm water
- Repeat this thrice a week in the beginning & then do it once in a week
Method 2
You Will Need
- Fresh Aloe Vera gel – 2-tablespoons
- Lemon juice- one tablespoon
- Orange peel’s powder- 1-tablespoon
Do This
- Combine aloe gel, lemon juice and orange peel’s powder in a bowl
- Mix it together so that it forms a fine paste
- Apply onto your face. And leave for about 20 minutes
- Rinse off with water
Method 3
You Will Need
- Fresh Aloe Vera gel – 2-tablespoon
- Papaya pulp (ripe) – 2-tablespoon
Do This
- Mix aloe gel & papaya pulp together in a small bowl
- Use this mixture to massage your face (for 3 minutes)
- Take some more of it and apply it like a mask
- Leave for about 20 minutes
- Wash off using cold water
9. Turmeric
Talking about India particularly, turmeric is been used since ancient times. It has multiple medicinal values. It is not only known as a healthy ingredient but also has excellent skincare abilities. The most active ingredient in this herb is “Circumin”, which helps in protecting your body cells and skin from being damaged. To use this remedy, follow what is given below
You Will Need
- Milk- 1 or 2-tablespoon
- Turmeric- 1-teaspoon
- Fresh lemon juice – 4 to 5 drops
Do This
- Mix milk and turmeric together so that it forms a smooth paste
- Now, add fresh lemon juice into it
- Apply this mixture onto your face while concentrating more on your black spots
- Let it be there for 15 minutes
- Wash with warm water
- Since it stains your skin with yellow color, consider washing with a very mild face wash or soap
10. Milk & Honey Paste
Milk is known for skin smoothing and lightening properties while honey is great to sustain moisture and glow. This great remedy can do wonders on your dark spots. Follow the instructions given below
You Will Need
- Milk
- Honey
Do This
- Mix milk and honey in a small bowl
- Apply this mixture onto your dark spots
- Leave it for 15 minutes
- Wash off with lukewarm water
- Repeat this every day for few weeks to see faster results
11. Papaya
Papain, a naturally occurring enzyme in papaya is great for lightening your dark spots. The reason why papaya is used in most beauty packs is for its excellent exfoliating properties. It brightens the skin naturally and eliminates dead cells. Green or raw papaya has more papain than a ripe one. However, both of these are beneficial in getting rid of dark spots. Here are the two ways to use ripe and raw papaya for black spots.
You Will need
Papaya pulp
Do This
- Mash the pulp properly
- Use this mixture onto your face while concentrating more on dark spots
- Leave for about 20 minutes
- Wash using warm water
I hope this article has been helpful in some way. If you try any of these tips listed here and feel that it has worked for you, we would be happy to hear from you. And if you have any other natural trick, which you think I have missed writing here and works great on dark spots, then feel free to drop them in the comments section.