Flawless skin is what every girl wishes for. But all are not lucky enough to get such a skin. Some suffer from pimples on the face, while others suffer from dry skin, dark spots and other blemishes. Dark spots are also known as hyper pigmentation and it is most common when you reach your middle age. Skin problems like acne, pimples, blackheads etc can also lead to the appearance of dark spots on the skin.
You can treat dark spots at home by following some home remedies. Apply the face packs mentioned below and you can get rid of the dark spots on your skin. They are easy to make and very effective.
Face Packs for Dark Spots on Face:
Aloe Vera face pack:
Aloe vera has great healing properties and is excellent for your skin. You can use it for removing dark spots on your skin. Take aloe vera extract and mix it with rose water to get a smooth paste. Apply this paste evenly on your face and wait for 15 to 20 minutes. Massage your face for 2 to 3 minutes before you wash your face. Now wash your face and pat dry. This helps in removing dark spots and improving your complexion.
Curd Face Pack:
Curd is very effective for removing dark spots on your skin and improving the complexion of the skin. This is regarded as one of the best treatments for dark spot removal. You can add egg whites with curd to get better results. This will help in providing you soft and supple skin. To remove dark spots, apply curd to the affected areas and then wait for about 25 minutes. Wash off with water. The macrobiotic element, Acidophilus, present in curd helps in providing an even tone to the skin. Apply curd once in a month and soon you will see that there is a reduction in dark spots on your skin.
Fenugreek leaves face pack:
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Fenugreek leaves are found to be very effective for removing dark spots from the skin. Grind fenugreek leaves with little water to get a smooth paste. Apply this paste evenly on your face and wait for 30 to 40 minutes. After it becomes dry, wash your face with cold water. Then cleanse your face with a mild cleanser. Using this regularly helps in getting rid of dark spots on your face and keeps your skin free from breakouts.
Lemon face pack:
Eating citrus fruits are very beneficial for your body as they are full of antioxidants and Vitamins. A face pack made with lemon juice is great for removing dark spots. Here is how you can make the face pack.
What you need to make the face pack:
- Half of an organic lemon
- One tablespoon of organic honey
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
Take lemon and honey in a mixing bowl and mix them well by using a spoon. You will get a paste. Apply this paste on your face evenly and then wait for about 10 to 15 minutes. If your skin is sensitive, you can remove it earlier. Wash your face with lukewarm water and then splash some cold water on your face. This will help in closing the pores of the skin. Now pat dry your skin gently by using a soft towel and then apply a good moisturizer on your face.
Milk and honey face pack:
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Milk is well known for its skin lightening properties and it provides nourishment to the skin. Honey is a good moisturizer. So, mixing these two ingredients makes it very beneficial for the skin. Mix milk and honey to get a paste and apply this on your face, especially on the dark spots. Let it remain on your face for 15 minutes and then you can wash it off. By using this face pack regularly you will not only succeed in getting rid of dark spots, but you will also have a flawless skin that is glowing and young looking.
Onion and garlic face pack:
You need onion and garlic to make this face pack. Onion has antimicrobial properties and it is very beneficial for removing dark spots and scars caused by acne. Onion and garlic face pack is very effective for removing dark spots. Grind onion and garlic to get a paste. Apply this on the dark spots and wait for about 15 minutes. Now wash off with water till the smell wears off. Dry your face and apply a moisturizer.
You can also take the juice of onion and garlic and use it to remove dark spots. Take one tablespoon each of onion and garlic juice and apply on your face. You may add some vinegar if you have an oily skin.
Sandalwood face pack:
Sandalwood is widely used for taking care of the skin. It is an important constituent in many of the skin care products that you get in the market. To make this face pack you need:
- Sandalwood powder
- Lemon juice
- Glycerin
- Rose water
Mix all the ingredients together to get a smooth paste. Apply this on your face and take care that they are applied well over the dark spots. Let it remain on your face for a few minutes, till it becomes dry. Now wash your face with lukewarm water followed by cold water splash. Apply a moisturizer after drying your face.
Turmeric and lemon juice face pack:
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Take one tablespoon each of turmeric and lemon juice and mix them well to get a smooth paste. Apply this on your face and let it remain on your face for about 1 hour, till it is dry. Wash off with cold water. Using this face pack regularly will help you get rid of dark spots and it also provides a glow to your skin.
