How to eliminate dark elbows : Do your elbows appear darker than the balance of your complexion They do to many of us Dry skin wearing against clothes too much too much sun or maybe even just the natural composition of our skin can do it But do not worry, you can bleach them up a bit using some household home remedies Let us get on with it
Lemon and Sugar Scrub
Lemon is Mother Nature’s bleach and sugar to rub dead skin off
How to Use
Squeeze half of lemon and dust with sugar
Massage on elbows gently 5 minutes
Wash off with warm water and moisturize
Do it 2 to 3 times a week for maximum effect
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera is wonderful for your skin it calms heals and even lightens up dark spots
How to Use
Use aloe vera gel from a fresh leaf or purchase one in gel form
Apply it to your elbows and leave on for 20 minutes
Wash it off with warm water Try repeating daily
Baking Soda and Milk Paste Baking soda works as an exfoliant and milk has natural skin lighteners How to Use
Take 1 tablespoon of baking soda and add some milk to form a paste
Massage elbows in circular motions for 2-3 minutes
Shampoo with water Use this days alternate
Coconut Oil and Turmeric Wholesome moisturizing of coconut oil and turmeric lightens dark skin How to Use
Take 1 tsp of turmeric and mix a few drops of coconut oil
Apply on the elbows and allow it to dry for 15 minutes
CoWash with warm water
Repeat 2-3 times a week
Yogurt and Gram Flour Pack Yogurt contains lactic acid, which softens the skin and gram flour exfoliates dead skin How to Use
Mix 2 tablespoons of gram flour and 1 tablespoon of yogurt
Apply the paste on your elbows and allow it to dry
Massage it off with water
Do 2 to 3 times a week
Cucumber and Honey
Cucumber lightens and cools the skin and honey moisturizes and softens the skin
How to Use
Grate cucumber slices and combine with 1 tsp of honey
Smear this paste on your elbows and let dry for 15 minutes
Wash with water
Do daily for maximum effects
Tips on Softening and Lightening Your Elbows
Massage with vitamin E oil or coconut oil shea butter on a daily basis
Don’t get too much friction don’t put your weight on your elbows too much
Put sunscreen when going out in the sun so as not to darken further
Drink plenty of water and eat healthy good skin comes from within
With a bit of patience and good care your elbows will be softer and whiter in no time Try these simple remedies and let your own glow shine through