Hyperpigmentation Remedy: Lemon

To say I have battled with my skin for decades, is an understatement. Seeing that I’m all for that natural way of life and I’m always researching natural remedies, I recalled this remedy I used as a child. For those of us who shave, it is inevitable that the skin will become pigmented due to that, especially the underarms. Here's a definition from NCI Dictionaries:

Hyperpigmentation is a common, usually harmless condition in which patches of skin are darker than the surrounding skin. It occurs when special cells in the skin make too much of the pigment called melanin. Hyperpigmentation may appear as freckles, age spots, or larger areas of darkened skin. Hyperpigmentation may be caused by injury or inflammation of the skin, sun damage, abnormal skin growths, hormone changes, pregnancy, or other medical conditions.

Lemon is an excellent natural remedy that is often used to curb hyperpigmentation. It is high in antioxidants, thus its healing properties. As much as it is good for this, if the skin being treated is exposed to sunlight, it could lead to photosensitivity and cause darkened skin. Please remember your sunscreen to avoid that from happening.

What you will need

• Lemons

• Measuring jug

• Spray bottle.
  

Lemon-Aid 1

Instructions

Squeeze the lemons into a measuring jug and pour the juice into a spray bottle. Store in the refrigerator. You can also use a juicer. Just make sure you peel it first.

Application

I refuse to use the harsh chemicals found in hair removing cream on my skin so I tend to shave, epilate or wax my underarms. To avoid hyperpigmentation, I apply 3 sprays of lemon juice per armpit daily.

Lemon-Aid 2

Do a patch test on a small area initially, preferably NOT your face, to test if you’re sensitive to lemons. Behind the ear is usually a good area. Never apply just after hair removal because it will sting. I've tried this before and trust me it hurts.

After a few weeks of doing this the hyperpigmentation was disappearing.

Lemon Aid 3

Lemon can also help with body odour issues. Be Fit And Fine has many more beauty benefits of lemon which you can find here.