Heading towards summers!! Tanning is a major issue faced by both men and women. The main reason is UV rays from the sun that make your skin tan, increases skin pigmentation, skin darkening and many other related issues. Sun exposure increases the production of melanin which causes tanning. Dermatologists always recommend you to wear sunscreen to diminish the effect of UV radiations. Even a few minutes in direct sun can make sunburns, tanning, and redness to your skin. Mostly men or women using a scooter or a bike have suntan to their face, arms and hands and difference from the other parts of body can be clearly seen. Using cosmetics to your protect your skin from these issues is not always a good idea. As most of the cosmetics have chemicals added along with some natural products. So using harmful chemicals daily on your skin can cause skin problems. You don’t need to visit a spa for de-tan treatment as there are easy sun tan removal remedies available in your kitchen.
So the best option is to remove sun tan naturally with some home remedies. You will be amazed to know that most of these remedies offer instant tan removal with a little effort added by you. Here we have found some easy and quick ways to remove your sun tan at home. This is not only about face, you can apply any of these methods to your body parts like neck, arms, hands etc. To be very clear, these home remedies are quite better than other tan removal creams.
Before applying any of these remedies to your skin, you are advised to cleanse your face with a good face cleanser. You can buy it in the market or make it at home by yourself. Here we have some of the quick remedies to heal your sun tan.
1. Ice Cubes
2. Rose Water
3. Cucumber
4. Lemon Juice
5. Turmeric
6. Plain Yogurt
7. Aloe Vera
8. Gram Flour
9. Tomato
10. Raw Milk
1. Ice Cubes:
Ways to use:
Just have an ice cube from your freezer, place it in a cotton cloth and gently rub it on your face for 2-3 minutes in circular upwards motion.
You can also add cucumber juice, rose water, lemon juice or a mixture of all to your ice tray instead of simple water and freeze it. Then apply these cubes to your skin before heading towards the sun or at night before sleeping.
Add potato juice to ice tray by grating a potato and squeezing out its juice, apply this before bed as this is good for scars and pigmentation.
Result: Give you a de-tanned and smooth skin.
Why to use:
• Soothe blemishes
• Increases blood circulation
• Soothe sun burns and tanned skin
2. Rose Water:
Ways to use:
Simply dip a cotton ball in rose water and apply on to your face.
Add 1 tablespoon of rose water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 tablespoon of cucumber juice. Mix them well and apply it on your face or affected area with a cotton ball. Let it rest for 10 minutes. Then rinse off with water.
Add a few drops of Glycerin to rose water and then apply the mixture to your skin. Leave it overnight. Wash your skin thoroughly in the morning.
Result: Offers you clearer and fresh look.
Why to use:
• Skin tan removal
• A great cleanser
• Eliminate pores
• Has anti-inflammatory properties to reduce redness of irritated skin
• Get rid of acne
3. Cucumber:
Ways to use:
Simply grate a cucumber and squeeze the juice by using a clean cloth. Apply this juice on your face with a cotton ball. Leave it for 10-15 minutes then rinse off with water.
Cut a cucumber into slices and then apply these slices on the affected area. Leave it for 15-20 minutes and then wash your face.
Mix cucumber juice with a few drops of lemon juice and apply all over your face and neck.
Result: Reduces signs of ageing, gives you a youthful and glowing skin.
Why to use:
• Revitalizes and rejuvenates skin
• Soothes sun burn
• Treat open pores
• Detoxify skin
4. Lemon Juice:
lemon-juice
Ways to Use:
Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to 2 teaspoons of yogurt. Apply it to the affected tan area and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then rinse with water.
Merge 1 teaspoon of lemon juice with 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel. Apply it on the affected area in circular motion. Leave for 10-15 minutes, the rinse off.
Make a blend of 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon gram flour and 1 teaspoon of honey. Make your skin a bit wet and then apply the mixture to your face and neck. Leave it for 10-15 minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water.
Result: It will eliminate tanning and make your face glow.
Why to use:
• Protect your skin from infections
• Hold natural shine of your skin
• Rejuvenates skin
• Lighten skin color
5. Turmeric:
Ways to Use:
Blend 1 teaspoon of lemon juice with a pinch of turmeric powder and ½ a teaspoon of rose water. Apply the blend to the affected tanned area and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then wash your face with water.
Add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder to 2 teaspoon gram flour and 3 teaspoon of raw milk. Apply the mixture to your face, neck or hands. Wash the areas after 15-20 minutes.
Take egg white (of 1 egg), 1 tablespoon turmeric and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Mix them well. Apply this mask to your face and neck. Wash it after 20 minutes.
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Result: Instant tan removal, clear and smooth skin.
Why to Use:
• Rich in anti-oxidants
• Heal mild skin allergies
• Repair damaged skin cells
• Anti-ageing
6. Plain Yogurt:
Ways to Use:
Just apply some fresh yogurt on your skin and wash it off after some time.
Add 2 teaspoon of tomato juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 4 teaspoon of yogurt. Then apply the mixture to your face, neck or any other affected area. Wash the areas after 5 minutes.
Make a face pack by adding 1 cup of yogurt, half a cup of gram flour and 1 tea spoon of turmeric. Apply a thick layer of this paste to your face, neck and hands. Let it air dry and then wash with lukewarm water.
Result: Offers you lighter, brighter and wrinkle free skin.
Why to use:
• Reduces redness
• Tightens the pores
• Skin tan removal
• Exfoliates and moisturizes skin
• Keep your skin hydrated
7. Aloe Vera:
Ways to Use:
Apply fresh aloe vera gel on the affected skin areas before going to bed. Gently massage with circular motions and let it sit overnight. Wash your skin thoroughly in the morning.
Add 2 tablespoon of aloe vera gel to 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix them well and apply on to the affected areas. Wash your face with cold water after 10-15 minutes. It is a very effective way as both the ingredients have anti-tan properties.
Take 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Mix it with aloe vera gel. Blend well to make a proper mixture. Smear the mixture on the affected area. Rinse off after 20 minutes.
Result: Offers you quick sun tan removal and softens the skin.
Why to Use:
• Acts as a skin moisturizer
• Natural skin cleansing properties
• Instant tan removal
• Reduces dark spots
8. Gram Flour:
Ways to Use:
Mix the gram flour with water and rub it all over the affected area. Let it rest for 20 minutes. Then rinse off with cold water.
Make a paste of 4 teaspoon gram flour, 1 teaspoon yogurt, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and a pinch of turmeric. Apply it on to your face and neck. Wash your skin after 20 minutes.
Combine 3 teaspoons gram flour, 1 teaspoon grounded oats and 2 teaspoons corn flour with some raw milk. Gently rub it on your face or affected area. Then wash your face with water.
Result: Removes dead cells from your skin and gives you brighter and younger skin.
Why to Use:
• Fights Pimples
• Instant tan removal
• Moisturizes the skin
• Fades acne and scars
9. Tomato:
Ways to Use:
Blend or grate a tomato to a fine paste. Apply the mixture over the skin. Wash your skin after 20 minutes.
Mix a few drops of lemon juice to 1 tablespoon of tomato juice. Apply the mixture to your skin for 15 minutes and then rinse off with water.
Mix 2 tablespoon of tomato juice with 1 tablespoon coconut oil and add a pinch of turmeric. Gently massage onto your face with finger tips. After 10 minutes, wash with lukewarm water.
Result: Offers you younger and brighter skin.
Why to use:
• Works as a skin toner
• Reduces oiling of skin naturally
• Reduce skin pigments and dark spots.
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10. Raw Milk:
Ways to Use:
Add 2 tablespoon of gram flour, a few drops of honey and rose water to raw milk. Beat them well and then apply to your face and neck. Rinse off with lukewarm water.
Add 3 tablespoon of raw milk to 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Mix it well. Apply all over your face and neck with a cotton ball. Leave it for 5-10 minutes. Then wash with lukewarm water.
Add 3 tablespoon of fuller’s earth to raw milk and beat them well to make a fine paste. Also add a few drops of rose water. Apply the thick layer on to your skin. Leave it for 20 minutes. Then wash your face with water.
Result: Offers you a smooth, glowing and radiant skin.
Why to Use:
• A natural moisturizer
• Anti-tanning agent
• Anti-ageing properties
Skin tan removal at your own is not that tough by adding a little effort. Every method would be equally beneficial to your skin if used regularly. You are advised to use 1 of these methods daily in rotation for sun tan removal. All the ways are very effective and you will see the difference within a week. You will be able to feel the smoother and clearer touch of your skin. Just a little effort can lead you to de-tanned, glowing and fairer skin.
