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What Are The Natural Remedies For Skin Lightening?

Hi, I am a goth and have always been a little jealous of others in my subculture who have the flawless, very pale skin (without makeup) all over their whole body. Are there any natural remedies that I can try at home to lighten my skin a few shades? I've been trying to find some online and have come across several, but I need help separating things that will work and things that could potentially be harmful. Some of them were lemon juice and papaya masks. Could you help me please?
Wed, 16 Apr 2014
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1. It could be genetic, so Initially do visit a dermatologist/cosmetologist, prior to any alternate system of medicine.
2. Stay away from the sun during peak hours [11 AM to 4 PM] or ensure a good sunscreen applied on the area to limit damages.
3. sandal wood powder pack (rejuvenates skin)
Ingredients:-sandal wood powder, turmeric powder, milk
Method of preparation:-mix all the ingredients to form a paste. Apply this as face pack.
4. Tomato juice is one of the best natural home remedy which has been used for years. The enzymes and acid in tomatoes have lightening qualities like lemons.

PS. Take a proper guidance and follow up with a good dermatologist, get your vitamin B12 level checked, as its deficiency can cause darkening of skin.
. To get proper result, you are suggested to use any face pack or cream for 3 to 4 months.
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What Are The Natural Remedies For Skin Lightening?

** 1. It could be genetic, so Initially do visit a dermatologist/cosmetologist, prior to any alternate system of medicine. 2. Stay away from the sun during peak hours [11 AM to 4 PM] or ensure a good sunscreen applied on the area to limit damages. 3. sandal wood powder pack (rejuvenates skin) Ingredients:-sandal wood powder, turmeric powder, milk Method of preparation:-mix all the ingredients to form a paste. Apply this as face pack. 4. Tomato juice is one of the best natural home remedy which has been used for years. The enzymes and acid in tomatoes have lightening qualities like lemons. PS. Take a proper guidance and follow up with a good dermatologist, get your vitamin B12 level checked, as its deficiency can cause darkening of skin. . To get proper result, you are suggested to use any face pack or cream for 3 to 4 months.