How To Lighten Armpits Naturally
Many women wonder how to lighten their armpits, since it is a very delicate and sensitive area that many want to hide because it is darker than the skin of the arms, probably due to deodorants, hair removal, sweat, etc.
Let’s see together all the possible factors that cause this problem and the remedies on how to lighten your armpits naturally.
Excessive sweating
If excessive sweating is the cause of the dark skin color in the armpits, you should know that sweat is a mechanism used by the body to eliminate toxins. For this reason, we advise you not to use those products, very common on the market, which prevent perspiration.
To control excess sweating naturally, you can use the following remedies :
- Consume astringent foods such as green tea or avocado seed infusion.
- Recourse to sage infusions, to drink or to apply directly to the armpit area.
- Rinse your armpits often with red clay water (by dissolving some clay in the water and washing your armpits with the help of a cloth or towel).
- Use lycopodium spores and vegetable sulfur. The spores absorb the sweat and, at the same time, stop the production of the bacteria responsible for the bad smell. They also prevent irritation and abrasions that may occur. Apply them morning and evening on the areas of greatest transpiration, avoiding open wounds.
- Keep in mind that emotional states of nervousness can also increase sweating.
The accumulation of dead cells
The skin regenerates itself continuously, but it is often difficult to eliminate dead cells that accumulate on the most superficial layer of the body.
To avoid this, do peelings or scrubs with a little sodium bicarbonate, every one or two weeks, always before any hair removal so as not to cause irritation. Then rinse the area with water and apply a moisturizer.
The use of alcohol-based products or strong perfumes
On the armpit area we advise against using aggressive products because the skin is very thin and much more delicate, especially after hair removal. You can use natural and ecological products, deodorants such as alum stone (or potassium alum), solid deodorants, etc.
Hair removal
The technique of shaving your armpits can also darken them. If you use a razor, we recommend that you find an alternative. The ideal would be to resort to waxing. Also remember to always apply a moisturizer or soothing gel after hair removal, such as aloe vera gel or a calendula-based cream.
Infections
Infections can also occur in this particular area of the body due to poor personal hygiene, among many reasons. Moisture easily accumulates in the armpit area, which is why special care must be taken and always kept clean and dry.
You can use a deodorant that contains tea tree, antibacterial and antifungal, or buy the essential oil, add it to a moisturizer or apply it directly to the armpits every day.
The rubbing of clothes
Very tight clothing can irritate and darken the armpit area, so avoid wearing clothes made of synthetic fabric that cause skin reactions or those that have very tight sleeves or straps.
How to lighten your armpits with natural whiteners
We all have foods at home that can help naturally and safely whiten the underarm area. Let’s see how to lighten the armpits with these natural products.
The lemon
Lemon helps to eliminate dead cells and also to lighten areas that have become darker over time. Plus, it works as a deodorant, so don’t hesitate to use it every day. How?
Simply cut a lemon in half and rub it on your armpits. Let it dry for a few minutes and then dress as usual. Avoid using lemon if you have recently shaved your armpits as it could irritate them and cause burning.
Potato juice
Potato juice has bleaching properties, so if you have a blender available, you can use this remedy. Blend a small piece of potato to get the juice and apply it to the armpits with the help of a cotton ball.
Hydrogen peroxide
Finally, you will surely have at home a whitener that everyone knows about its properties, hydrogen peroxide, used, for example, to bleach hair. It will be sufficient to apply a little hydrogen peroxide on the armpits every day. In a short time the armpit area will clear up.
