DIY Natural Remedies for Dark Knees and Elbows


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Dark knees and elbows are mostly as a result of hormonal imbalance. Unlike the rest of the body, the elbow and knees have very few sebaceous glands. When cases such as accumulation of dry skin cells, use of birth control pills, melasma, and prolonged sun exposure occur, they can lead to dark knees and elbows. On the bright side, though, these ten simple tricks will help nourish your skin and boost the appearance of your knees and elbows.

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The cucumber is one of the best ways to get rid of dark knees and elbows. This fruit is laden with moisture and bleaching properties. Therefore, you can use it to remove the dead skin cells in your elbows and knees. Gently rub slices of cucumber over the dark parts for 15 minutes. Leave the slices on the skin for an additional five minutes then rinse off. You can mix the cucumber with other ingredients such as lime or lemon water. Mix equal amounts of cucumber and lemon water, apply on the dark parts, and rinse off. Do this daily.

Lemon and baking soda combination is also another way to treat dark knees and elbows. Similar to cucumber, lemon has bleaching properties that lighten the skin. It is also an antioxidant-rich fruit, meaning that it can improve your complexion and boost skin regeneration. The alkaline nature of baking soda is useful for cleansing the skin by absorbing excess oil and unclogging the pores. You can use the lemon and baking powder by cutting a lemon into half, sprinkling 1 tbsp of baking soda on the lemon, and applying both ingredients onto the affected skin for a minute. Let the lemon water and baking soda sit there for 15 minutes before washing it off with warm water. It is recommended that you repeat this procedure once every two days to get the right results.

The third natural remedy that works well on dark knees and elbows is aloe vera and milk. Aloe vera is a powerful skin treating product that is rich in vitamin A and C, enzymes, anti-inflammatory properties, and antioxidants. Milk is also an equally important ingredient with soothing and cleansing properties. You can use both products as a remedy for dark elbows and knees. Mix equal amounts of milk and aloe vera gel and apply the mixture on the affected skin. Leave the mixture on for 20 minutes then rinse it off.

The potato has skin treating properties that can treat dark skin. It is rich in vitamin B and C as well as catecholase enzymes that help nourish and lighten the skin. You can use the potato raw by grating it, squeezing out the juice and applying it on the affected skin. Leave the juice on the skin for about 15 minutes. After that, rinse the skin with water and use coconut oil or moisturizer. Alternatively, you can rub slices of potato on the dark skin and then rinse off the moisture after 15 minutes.

Turmeric is a spice that we all have in our homes. Alternatively, you can use this spice to lighten dark elbows and knees. You can mix the turmeric either with honey or with milk. Apply the mixture on the dark skin and leave it there for at least 15 minutes. Rinse off the mixture with warm water and apply a moisturizer.

You can treat dark elbows and knees with coconut oil. This oil is packed with fatty acids and antioxidants that help treat the skin. You need to purchase virgin-coconut oil and apply it on the affected areas daily after bathing. Massage the oil gently onto the skin so that it is easily absorbed.

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You can also use honey to treat dark elbows and knees. Honey is a natural moisturizer with powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. You can combine honey with lemon or baking soda and apply it to the affected area. Alternatively, you can mix honey with aloe vera or milk for the same results. Leave the mixture on the skin for 15 minutes, rinse it off, and apply a moisturizer on the skin.

A homemade scrub from sugar and olive oil will do the trick. Sugar is a great exfoliator and natural humectant. When you combine the sugar with olive oil, you get the benefits of a mineral-rich exfoliator with an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory oil. Mix equal amounts of sugar and olive oil. Apply the mixture on the affected skin and exfoliate for about 5 minutes. Repeat this procedure every week for great results.

You can use an oatmeal scrub to treat the condition. To make this scrub, you will need oatmeal, salt, and lemon juice. Mix ½ tbsp of lemon juice with a pinch of salt and ½ tbsp of oatmeal. Use the scrub on the affected area by applying it in circular motions. Rinse out the mixture with warm water and apply a moisturizer. Repeat this procedure about 3 or 4 times a week to get great results.

Lastly, there is the option of using vinegar and yogurt to treat the condition. The acetic acid in vinegar along with lactic acid in yogurt help to cleanse and lighten the skin. Mix one tbsp each for the yogurt and the vinegar. Apply the mixture onto the skin and leave it there for 15 minutes. Rinse off the mixture and apply a moisturizer.

These ten home remedies will give you great results in a matter of weeks. Kindly share with us more useful natural tricks in our comments section.


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