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Ways To Get Rid Of Dark Knees

Dark knees is one of the common and a major beauty concerns for many. Knees tend to get dark due to various reasons such as sun exposure, frequent friction, dryness, genetics, dirt and certain medications.

The buildup of thick and dead skin cells formed by the friction or pressure in the knees causes the skin to turn black. Since there are no oil glands present in the knee area, our knees tend to get dryer.

Dark knees can make one self-conscious of wearing short dresses. If proper hygiene is not maintained, the skin around the elbows and knees can get much more darker over a period of time.

Now, it's easy to get rid of dark knees in just a few steps. Just follow a few simple home remedies and you can lighten the skin tone in the knee area.

One can rely totally on these natural methods to get rid of dark knees. These remedies are skin friendly and are excellent in the various benefits they offer to the skin.

Therefore, in this article, we at Boldsky will be listing out some of the easy ways to get rid of dark skin on the knees. Have a look to know more.

 Baking Soda And Milk

Baking Soda And Milk

Baking soda is effective in cleaning the skin. It is an affordable way to get rid of dark knees. Milk contains lactic acid that has skin-lightening properties. Mix these two ingredients and apply it on the knees. Leave it for sometime and rinse.

 Lemon And Honey

Lemon And Honey

Lemon is a exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It leaves the skin soft and supple. The combination of lemon and honey acts as a natural bleach and helps to lighten the skin.

 Cucumber

Cucumber

Cucumber is another ingredient that reduces darkness of the knees. It moisturises the skin and helps to remove impurities. It provides the skin a cooling effect.

 Gram Flour And Milk

Gram Flour And Milk

Gram flour and milk help to reduce the skin darkness. Mix these two ingredients to one. Apply it on the affected area. Leave it for sometime and later rinse.

 Vinegar And Yoghurt

Vinegar And Yoghurt

Vinegar and yoghurt both help to cleanse and moisturise the skin. Mix yoghurt with vinegar and apply this mixture on the dark knees. Leave it on for sometime and rinse after sometime.

 Aloe Vera:

Aloe Vera:

Aloe vera is known for its various benefits on the skin. Its rich antioxidant property helps to remove darkness. The nutrients present in it help to lighten the skin. Apply aloe vera gel on the affected area. Leave it on for sometime and rinse.

Story first published: Thursday, March 3, 2016, 17:28 [IST]
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