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The sun and the buildup of dead skin can make elbow skin darker than other parts of the body. If this makes you feel uncomfortable or feel insecure about wearing a T-shirt during the summer months, don't worry! Read on to learn some natural remedies and skincare techniques to help you tackle darker areas of your elbows and knees!

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Home remedies

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   Lemonade. In lemon juice contains citric acid, which has natural bleaching properties. So, applying lemon juice on the elbow area can help lighten this area of ​​skin. The steps are as follows:
   • Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze some lemon juice and keep the 2 halves of the lemon. Use 2 halves of this lemon to rub on each elbow.
   • After scrubbing, you can dry it off but don't rinse with water for 3 hours. This will help the lemon juice work deeper into the skin.
   • Rinse with warm water. Once the lemon juice is dry, moisturize the elbows with your favorite body moisturizer.
   • Repeat this method daily until the dark areas start to light up. After two weeks you should see a noticeable difference.

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   Use a mixture of thick whipped cream and turmeric. A thick cream and turmeric blend works really well for lightening elbow areas, especially for those with darker skin tones than usual. Turmeric is a natural substance that helps to reduce the melanin pigment present in the skin.
   • First, boil some thick whipped cream (or high-fat milk) until it thickens and coagulates.
   • Make a paste made of 1 half teaspoon of turmeric powder, half a cup of besan powder (also known as chickpea powder - an exfoliating Indian powder).
   • Apply the mixture on both elbows (and knees), rub in circular motions, then rinse with water.
   • Turmeric can give your skin an orange-yellow color, but you can be sure it will fade in a day or two.

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   Make a mixture of milk and baking soda. Since the milk contains lactic acid which helps to reduce dark pigmentation in the skin and baking powder works to exfoliate the skin, this method will help lighten the skin in the elbow area.
   • Be sure to mix enough milk to create a thick, thick baking powder mixture.
   • Rub the mixture onto the elbow area and gently rub in a circular motion. Repeat until skin becomes brighter.

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   Mixed yogurt and vinegar. This combination contains both lactic acid and acetic acid skin-lightening ingredients.
   • Mix one teaspoon of yogurt with one teaspoon of white vinegar together until they form a homogeneous mixture.
   • Apply the mixture prepared above onto your elbows and rub in a circular motion. Leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse and moisturize.

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   Mix lemon juice and yogurt in a bowl. Then, use a brush to remove dirt and sweat from the elbow. Add a teaspoon of water to the mixture, then use a brush or use your hands to apply the mixture directly to the dark areas of the elbow. Wait 10 to 20 minutes for the mixture to dry, then rinse with soap and water. Take a dry (clean) cloth to dry, then apply moisturizer. advertisement

Method 2 of 2: Exfoliate and Moisturize

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   Exfoliate the elbow. Exfoliation helps to remove dry, flaky, and trapped skin cells in the elbow folds, which also causes darker skin.
   • Apply an exfoliating gel to a loofah or a towel and then apply it to your elbow to remove dead skin.
   • Alternatively, you can make your own sugar exfoliant by mixing 2 parts sugar (white or brown sugar) with 1 part essential oil (almond, coconut, or olive).
   • Just be careful not to let the mixture get too hard or leave them too long on the skin, as this isn't just your body making more cells here, and in turn can make your elbows even even darker. Scrub gently and exfoliate only once or twice a week.
   • Be patient and you will soon notice a big difference to your skin.

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   After exfoliating, remember to moisturize your skin. Skin will become darker if it is dry and not well moisturized.
   • Remember to moisturize after bathing (as hot water can make your skin lose its natural oils), before sleeping at night, and before you leave in the morning. For best results use moisturizers that contain shea butter, jojoba oil, or olive oil.
   • Apply a very thick layer of vaseline, coconut oil, or pure shea butter to your elbows before bed, then cover your elbows with a "sock" (designed by cutting off a piece from cotton socks) is also an intensive treatment method. If possible this is the best way to protect with your sleeve overnight. Doing so allows you to coat large amounts of moisturizer to the elbow without damaging the skin. In addition, the socks help keep the body temperature and dissolve moisture, thereby helping the skin absorb more nutrients.

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   Use sunscreen. The sun can damage your skin and darken your elbows and knees, so be sure to wear sunscreen before going outside, whether for a short or long time.
   • Even when it is cloudy and rainy, UV rays are still there and can have a harmful effect on your skin, so be in the habit of wearing sunscreen all year round. Even better if you add sunscreen steps to your morning to-do list.
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Advice

• It is possible that the lemon therapy is so hard that it is unbearable, and then your skin will crack. If this is the case, you should apply a moisturizer until it helps, then continue using the lemon treatments.
• You can also use a mixture of oatmeal mixed with two tablespoons of almond flour instead of thick cream and turmeric.
• Don't sit on your knees and don't put pressure on your elbows as this will darken these areas while also preventing blood flow to these parts.

Warning

• Careful. Turmeric can cause discolored stains on your skin and clothing.

What you need

• Lemon
• Moisturizer
• Sweet cream, besan powder, turmeric, and rose water
• Milk and baking soda
• Yogurt and vinegar
• Shea butter, jojoba or olive oil