3. Lemon
You Will Need
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon organic honey
Method
Mix the lemon juice and honey in a bowl.
Apply the mixture on the affected area.
Leave it on for 15 minutes.
Wash it off with lukewarm water.
Why This Works
Lemon is a potent bleaching agent and has skin lightening properties. However, lemon juice can irritate sensitive skin, so do a patch test before using.
4. Red Onion
You Will Need
1 red onion
Method
Cut the onion into slices.
Take a slice and rub it on the affected area.
Let the onion juice dry for at least 10 minutes.
Wash it with lukewarm water.
You may even grate the onion, squeeze out the juice, and apply it on your skin.
Repeat this treatment twice daily.
Why This Works
Red onion is often used in scar lightening creams. It has skin lightening and whitening properties and can be used to treat hyperpigmentation.
5. Milk
You Will Need
3 tablespoons of fresh milk
Cotton swab
Method
Soak the cotton swab in milk.
Gently rub it all over the affected area.
Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water.
Repeat twice daily.
Why This Works
Milk contains lactic acid, which is often used in chemical peels to brighten and whiten skin. It has also been found that lactic acid can be used to treat melasma.
