8 Natural Ways To Lighten Sun Spots On Hands
You may sometimes hear that judging by your hands, you seem like a parent, but that is no reason to give up. As we get older, we get sun-stained spots that we wouldn’t like to see. Take a closer look at the natural ways we’ve introduced to whiten blemishes.
1. Apple cider vinegar
Cider vinegar is excellent at getting skin pores to close due to its acidic pH.
Apply vinegar three times a week to sunscreen, while softening your skin and lightening your skin.
Substances
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cotton ball or pad
Instructions
- Dip a cotton ball in vinegar and apply sun-darkened areas on your skin.
- Let the vinegar act for 20 minutes and stay out of the sun.
- Wash well with warm water and add moisturizer.
2. Milk
Milk can moisturize the skin in the evenings in a very natural way. Keep in mind that homemade treatments require a slightly longer duration of action than chemicals, so don’t expect big changes in a short amount of time.
Lactic acid helps to reduce areas darkened by the sun over time.
Substances
- 0.5 dl of milk
- vanua
Instructions
- Moisten a cotton ball or ball with milk and apply it to your skin. Allow to dry and leave overnight.
- Wash skin in the morning.
3. Lemon
Vitamin C in lemon is great for lightening sun spots.
Vitamin C helps produce melanin, which gives color to the skin. Lemon also contains natural citric acid, which helps cells regenerate.
- Rub a slice of lemon on the back of the palm.
- Note: We recommend staying indoors for the next hours after this treatment, as vitamin C combined with sunlight creates more sunspot.
4. Red onion
The first thought of an onion on your skin may be unpleasant, but as long as you’ve tried it, you’ll be grateful for it.
Onions are high in vitamin C and sulfur, a combination that helps lighten sun spots and also helps smooth out acne marks on the face.
Substances
- 1/4 of the small red onion
- 1 lemon juice
Instructions
- Put the onion in a blender and stir until the onion has turned into a paste.
- Add lemon juice and mix well.
- Apply onion paste on the skin and leave on for 20 minutes.
- Remove with cool water.
Note: Do not use the onion if you have wounds or your skin is open anywhere, as it may cause irritation.
5. Natural yogurt
Natural yoghurt has the same effects as milk and more:
- it softens the skin
- helps the skin to regenerate
- helps to heal faster
- helps your skin retain its moisture
Substances
- 1 tablespoon natural yogurt
Instructions
- Apply yogurt to your skin as well as any moisturizer.
- Allow to dry for 20 minutes or leave on your skin overnight if possible.
- Rinse off.
6. Orange peel and milk
Do you have any leftovers from orange peel? Use them to your advantage to lighten sunspots.
Substances
- 3 tablespoons grated orange peel
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon glycerin
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a blender.
- Apply the paste on your skin over dark spots and leave on for 15 minutes.
- Rinse off with cool water.
- Glycerin softens your hands, so you don’t need a hand cream after this treatment.
7. Rose water and baking soda
Want to lighten sunspots but are allergic to citrus? In that case, the rose water recipe is for you. It is very gentle, very moisturizing and good for exfoliating the skin.
Substances
- 2 teaspoons rose water
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Combine ingredients and mix well.
- Apply the mixture to your skin that has darkening and leave on for 20 minutes.
- Wash off with cool water.
- Do the treatment daily until the darkening is gone.
8. Radish and honey
This treatment may not be the most common, but it is very effective in lightening the skin from sunburn.
The three substances in the treatment are powerful, especially together, and you will achieve good results.
Substances
- 1 medium radish
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients in a blender and mix to a smooth paste.
- Apply on top of sunspots and rub it on the skin for 5 minutes.
- Leave on for another 10 minutes and rinse with cool water.
- Repeat twice a week.
Be careful when doing home treatments to avoid an allergic reaction. If you notice anything suspicious, stop treatment immediately and rinse with plenty of water.
Take care of your hands no matter how old you are
Sunspots occur for many different reasons. They are more common in women due to hormonal changes.
If you already have sunspots and think you are already late in treating them, be patient and persevering. If you are not young, start taking care of your skin right now.
