Get rid of black Elbow,Knees & underarms

It is very embarrassing to have black knees, elbows and underarms. It can happen to any person whether his/her complexion is fair or dark. This is often due to the accumulation of dead and thick skin that causes the skin to turn black. Too much sun exposure can also cause darkness in the skin. Too much dryness can also turn them black because oil glands are not present in these areas. You can easily get rid of them by following these home remedies.

1.Baking Soda

Baking soda is very effective in cleaning the skin and reduces darkening of the skin. Milk bleaches and cleanses the skin

Take one tablespoon of baking soda and mix it with milk

Apply this paste on knees and elbows and scrub it using circular motion.

Repeat the remedy once every two days. Repeat until you notice changes in the color.

2.Turmeric , Honey And Milk

Turmeric has antiseptic properties and milk act as bleach. Honey moisturizes the dry skin and also has antiseptic properties. These natural properties of the ingredients will help to get rid of black elbows and knees.

Mix some turmeric with milk and honey to make it a smooth paste

Apply it on the dark areas and leave it there for at least 20 minutes

Wet your hands and rub it for 2 minutes and then wash it off with water

3.Sugar And Olive Oil

The sugar present in this home remedy work as exfoliate and the olive oil will moisturize the skin.

Mix equal quantities of olive oil and sugar to make a thick paste

Apply this mix on to the black knees and elbow

Rub the skin using this mixture for about five minutes.

Wash using mild soap and water

4. Lemon And Honey

Lemon juice has natural bleaching property and honey moisturizes the skin preventing darkening of the skin. Repeat this remedy at least thrice a week to get better results
Take the juice of one lemon and mix it with one tablespoon of honey

Apply the mixture of lemon and honey on the affected areas and leave the mixture to act for at least 20 minutes
Wash the mixture off with water to get the lightened skin

5.Olive Oil

This oil has natural bleaching properties and it also softens the rough skin on the knees and elbow giving it smoothness and glow. This is one of the cheapest remedy for dark skin formed by friction and dryness.

Rub warm olive oil to the knees and elbows every day for 10 minutes

6.Exfoliating Brush

You can use any exfoliating brush or loofah to remove the dead cells from the knee and elbow

Use the exfoliating brush or loofah while taking bath, when the skin is moist and scrub the skin in circular motion

7.Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera reduces the sun damage caused to the skin due to overexposure of the elbows and knees to the sun. It also moisturizes the skin and prevents the dryness which may lead to darkening of the skin.

Take fresh leaves of Aloe Vera and take out the gel by breaking the fleshy leaf.

Apply the fresh gel to the knees and elbows and leave it for half an hour to get fresh looking skin on your elbows and knees.

8.Use Sunscreen Lotions

Using sunscreen lotions while going out reduces the chances of developing dark skin on the exposed parts.

Apply sunscreen while going out in the sun during the summer season.

You can also use it as moisturizer after shower on elbows and knees to lighten the skin color.

9.Vinegar And Yoghurt

When used together this home remedy to reduce the dark color of the skin as they cleanse and moisturize the skin.

Apply a mixture of vinegar and yoghurt on the affected areas and leave it to dry

When the mixture becomes dry rub the area in circular motion for two minutes and wash.

10. Bleaching Fruits

Fruits like lemon, tomato and grapes have bleaching property and help to get rid of black skin when used regularly.

Apply the juice of any of the bleaching fruits regularly to the skin

You can use different fruit juices on different days

11.Use Moisturizers

Moisturizers hydrate the skin and avoid the dryness of the skin. This will prevent darkening of the skin. The moisturizers also reduce the friction on the skin.

Apply good quality moisturizes after having shower to keep your skin fresh and supple

12. Natural Oils

Natural oils will retain the moisture of the skin and reduce the darkness of the skin

Apply any natural oil like olive oil, sesame seed oil or coconut oil on the skin to reduce the dryness and darkening of skin.