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10 Natural Substances For Skin Whitening

By Pooja Kaushal

Much is said, advertised and done about the skin. There are products for skin texture, color, tone etc. In fact if you watch the commercials on television in every third commercial will be regarding skin care. But how far are these products effective. Instead you can always opt for natural substances for skin whitening. Wondering how? Read to know more.

It is true that skin care is a must but at what cost. It is not just that money that is being spent but also the safety of the skin in the long run, especially when it comes to skin whitening products. Would it not be better to move to natural substances for skin whitening?

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But before we move on to discussing skin whitening it is important to understand that having white skin does not mean having good skin. Skin can be good in any color and shade. It is the texture and suppleness of the skin that needs maintenance.

Using the right products to give the skin nourishment is what makes one get that gorgeous and glowing look.

Given here are some natural skin lightening methods but these are not limited to whitening of the skin. Along the way you will also be nourishing the skin to get a healthy and young looking glow.

1. Milk

1. Milk

A very versatile item found in every home is milk. It not only provides calcium to the bones but also does wonders to achieve healthy skin. It stimulates the melanocytes, the melanin producing cell and prevents the skin from drying. Milk can be applied to the skin as a cleanser or can be mixed with rice powder to make a nourishing pack.

2. Lemon

2. Lemon

The uses of this product have no end. On the skin it acts as an astringent and as a cleanser. It helps get rid of dark spots, brings about an even skin tone and is an excellent natural bleach. Lemon juice can be applied to the skin on its own or mixed with honey to whiten the skin.

3. Yogurt

3. Yogurt

Lactic acid is very helpful in skin lightening and yogurt happens to provide just the ingredient. It helps control the production the melanin thereby leading to whitening of the skin.

Apply plain and unflavored yogurt as a mask and wash off with warm water after 20-30 minutes. Yogurt can also be mixed with honey and oats to make a natural and nourishing face mask.

4. Honey

4. Honey

Honey has cleansing as well as moisturizing properties. Mixed with lemon it becomes as excellent face mask which can be used on a regular basis. When you return from a trip outdoors in the hot summer sun apply a mixture of honey and lemon juice. This will not only soothe the skin but also help get rid of the tan.

5. Orange Peels

5. Orange Peels

Oranges are good to eat and their peels to exfoliate the skin. Leave the orange peels in the sun to allow them to turn hard. Grind the dried peels to a coarse powder and store. This powder can be mixed with coconut oil, Vaseline or any other cream base to give you whitening face scrub.

6. Papaya

6. Papaya

This much underrated fruit has innumerable benefits for the human body. Internally the fruit gives a good gut due to its high fiber content and externally it acts as a cleanser and exfoliates.

Papaya for skin whitening is also accepted by the cosmetic industry which uses this fruit's extracts as a selling point. Besides whitening papaya also helps control skin aging.

7. Kojic Acid

7. Kojic Acid

This natural product is derived from fungi such as mushroom. Being an acid it will give a bleaching treatment to the skin making it lighter in shade. To use it kojic acid needs to be mixed with a face cream and applied regularly. One word of caution - for those having sensitive skin it would be best to test on a small area.

8. Mulberry

8. Mulberry

Mulberry extract is another natural product that is widely used as a cosmetic product. Originally from China the mulberry has now taken on the world. Adding the extract to creams and lotions helps control the production of melanin in the skin which in turn prevents darkening of the skin.

9. Rice Powder

9. Rice Powder

This very common staple grain is also very helpful in skin whitening. Use rice flour available in the market or prepare at home by grinding uncooked rice.

Mix the powder with milk to get a paste like texture and apply as a face mask. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off. This not only restricts wrinkles but also helps lighten the skin tone.

10. Aloe Vera

10. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera gel can be easily procured from the market or extracted from its leaf. Regular application of the gel helps whiten the skin and also erase blemishes. The various antioxidants present in the gel help achieve soft and supple skin which is also lighter in shade.

Story first published: Saturday, March 21, 2015, 10:48 [IST]
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