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Natural Ways To Remove Birth Marks

By Sneha Jain

Birth Marks
The reason behind birth marks is not very definite. Though some facts suggest that the reason behind it could be expecting mother eating food which causes such marks. Maybe even some of her actions during pregnancy could lead to such marks. These facts are not scientifically proven. So it is considered that birth marks appear random on our bodies. These birth marks can be reduced by several ways. Home remedies can reduce the prominence of such marks.

Ice Packs- Ice packs are known to tighten the skin pores and help in reducing marks. Use two to three ice cubes wrapped in a small piece of cloth. Rub these ice cubes gently on the affected area for about 5 minutes. Repeat this regularly for best results. Ice cubes helps in skin lightening and helps remove birth marks.

Olive Oil- It is known to moisturize the skin and softens the texture of your skin which in turn reduces marks. Marks can be lightened but removal is a little difficult. So try massaging the affected area with olive oil everyday for 10 minutes. The results are very positive and you will notice lightening of marks on your body.

Vitamin E- Is known for it's anti oxidizing qualities, which helps with birth marks. This vitamin is known to treat any free radical damage to our body cells. Try using vitamin E oils especially orange oil. This is very effective for treating birth marks. Even consumption of food enriched with this nutrint is very helpful. By adding vitamin rich food in your diet you can remove birth marks in a natural way.

Lemon- It is known as a natural bleaching agent. Lemon is used in many creams and lotions for skin lightening. It is a very popular home remedy for treating marks. Apply lemon juice on the affected area and washing it after some time helps you lighten the prominence of marks.

Tomato Juice- It is also known that anti oxidizing quality of tomato helps in reducing skin cell damage. This nature of tomato helps in removing birth marks from your body. Squeeze tomato juice and apply it on your body. This is a very useful home remedy to cure marks.

Vitamins A and C- Vitamins are very helpful in curing marks. Vitamins enriched food must be consumed to get rid of marks. Make a paste out of foods which are rich in vitamins. Like kiwi, apricot and oranges then you can apply it on your body. This helps in reduction of marks. It is a natural remedy to cure marks.
These are some simple methods which can help you in curing marks. Healthy food and including fresh fruits and their juices is an ideal way of curing marks. Birth marks can be treated naturally and these home remedies are very effective. Cosmetic ways can be harmful and expensive for treating marks. So try out these natural beauty tips

Story first published: Monday, March 19, 2012, 15:51 [IST]
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