To lighten dark elbows, as well as a darkened neck or knees, it is necessary to start with an exfoliation to remove the thickest and stained layers of skin. To do this, mix 1 teaspoon of olive oil with 1 teaspoon of sugar and rub on your elbows for about 30 seconds.
Then, wash the area with warm water and apply the following mixture:
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This mixture of milk and sodium bicarbonate contains lactic acid and other properties that help reduce skin pigmentation, lightening it. Therefore, it is important to remove it with warm water only after drying, to ensure the best effect.
After removing the mixture, it is recommended to apply a moisturizing cream, such as Nivea Body Lotion or Avon Care Moisturizer, to keep the skin well nourished and soft.
How to lighten your elbows with lemon
Lemon is another homemade solution that can be used to replace the mixture of milk with baking soda after exfoliation, as it is rich in citric acid and natural antioxidants that lighten the skin.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
Method of preparation
Cut the lemon in half and rub each half on your elbows for 1 minute, washing the area thoroughly and hands afterwards so as not to stain your skin. Finally, apply a moisturizing cream.
After applying lemon to the skin, avoid any type of sun exposure before washing the skin thoroughly, as the lemon can cause the appearance of new spots or lead to the development of a sunburn.
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