After blissful winter, summer comes. In this season, we all love to go out with family to enjoy picnic, hiking, fishing. It is time to enjoy sunshine after long winters. At the end of the day, we all end up with dirty and tanned face. Tan does not go away easily. But with patience it can be removed using healthy home remedies which are safe and do not have any side- effects. Using chemical treatments will give immediate results, but they damage skin on long run.
Here Are Some Home Remedies To Remove Sun Tan:
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice has acetic acid which is mildly acidic. It removes sun tan and also maintains good balance of oil on skin. It does not dry out skin. Lemon slices should be rubbed over tanned area for ten minutes. Then it should be left on skin for few minutes. Thereafter face should be washed with water. This should be done daily. One will realise results over after three to four months if done regularly.
Mixture Of Cucumber, Lemon Juice And Rose Water
This mixture can be used instead of using lemon juice alone as lemon juice can be harsh on sensitive skin. This mixture is perfect balance as lemon will remove tanning and cucumber and rose water are coolants and will give soothing effect on skin. Equal amount of cucumber juice, lemon juice and rose water should be mixed in a bowl. This mixture should be applied on skin using cotton. Face should be washed after ten to fifteen minutes. This mixture should be applied daily for better results.
Gram Flour And Turmeric
This pack removes tan by lightening skin tone and also exfoliates the skin. Turmeric is traditionally used for beautification of skin. It lighten the skin tone. It is also applied by Hindus before marriages as a ritual. Gram flour acts as scrub and exfoliates skin. Face pack can be made with turmeric, gram flour, rose water, raw milk. This face pack should be used every alternative day.
Papaya And Honey
This is really effective method. Papaya has enzyme papain which renews skin and helps in removing tan. Honey moisturizes skin and makes it look fuller. This remedy has been used by people since decades. A tablespoon of honey should be added to half cup of paste of papaya. This should be applied on face as pack. Face should be washed away after thirty minutes. Lukewarm water should be used for better results.
Coconut Water And Sandalwood
This is one of the cheapest yet effective method. Almond oil can also be added to this mixture for better results. This will not only help in removing tans but will also treat sun burns. Sandalwood will deeply cleanse the skin and rejuvenate it. Mixture of sandalwood, coconut water and almond oil should be applied on face as a pack. Face should be washed after fifteen to twenty minutes.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is one of the quickest method. It can remove tan only in two or three months if regularly used. Aloe Vera should be rubbed over tanned area and should be left for twenty to twenty five minutes. Thereafter face should be washed. Aloe vera gels which are easily available in the market can also be used. Aloe Vera can also be mixed in fuller earth face pack. fuller earth having goodness of several minerals and nutrients acts as cooling agent.
Tomato And Yogurt
Tomato has mild citric acid which helps in removing tan. Tomato is also effective remedy for lightening skin. Tomato controls the growth of melanin which is responsible for pigmentation in skin. Hence, tomato will effectively remove tan and give lighter skin tone. It also helps in opening skin pores. Yogurt has natural bleaching properties. Together this combination will effectively and quickly remove tan.
Milk And Turmeric
Turmeric can also be coupled with milk for effective results. Turmeric has been used for beautification of skin since time immemorial. Turmeric lighten the skin tone. Raw milk is one of best cleanser. It deeply cleanses the skin and removes tan. It will also moisturize the skin. This mixture should be applied on skin and let it dry on skin for thirty minutes. This mixture should be used daily until tan is removed.
Orange And Yogurt
Orange is rich in Vitamin C. It will effectively remove blemishes and lighten the skin tone. Yoghurt has natural bleaching property. Orange slows down the process of aging. This mixture will keep skin healthy and remove tan. Orange juice can be mixed with yoghurt to make pack. Also, dried orange peels can be crushed to make powder. This powder can be used to make pack.
