Dark underarms are normal since the armpits always rub each other but before you blame it all on anatomy, you should also take into consideration the fact that you pluck hair on your armpits or you shave them –this can cause darkening of the underarms.
Deodorants can also cause damage on the underarms that is why it is advised to use alum powder instead of alcohol-based deodorants.
A few of the best regimens to whiten dark underarms is applying lemon or calamansi juice –leaving it on for a few minutes after taking a bath. You can also mix some alum powder with it.
If you want to buy a product that whitens underarm skin, you can try Medliten. It is one of the safest whitening products in the US and whitens dark underarms.
There are other underarm creams you can use and if you do not have any skin lightening products available from where you live, you can always rely on home remedies.
Yoghurt is known as a good ingredient that mends the skin –and yes, that includes the armpits. You can apply some yoghurt on your underarms and leave it there for a good 20 minutes or so. You can also put milk on them if you want. Milk proteins both from yoghurt and milk can make the skin look better. Mending the skin is the first step to getting lighter skin in your armpits. After that, you should maintain it by not abusing your armpits by using a razor.
Another wonderful tip to whiten dark underarms is using a concoction of curd, milk and flour.
You can add some turmeric to this paste too then apply it on the underarms. Leave the paste to dry then wash it off completely afterwards. Sandalwood powder is also a good paste, just add either rose water or water and you are good to go.
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