Dark under arms is a discoloration of the skin. This can affect man and woman, but usually a woman is more sensitive about the dark texture. She may have to give up wearing dresses without sleeves. There are many ways of solving the problem at home.

But before considering the curing aspect, one must consider about how to avoid facing the problem.

The use of darker hues of dresses

A person using dresses of darker shades on a daily basis, tend to be affected with dark under arms. A change in the wardrobe and wearing loose fitting attires will help.

Using excess of Hair removers

Over use of chemical based hair removing lotion or cream can cause this discoloration.

The other factors that can cause this dark shade in the under arms are shaving the armpits, using too much of body deos and scents on the skin. Profuse perspiration and family history can also add to the cause.

Home remedies to reduce the darkness in the underarms:

 A piece of lime

Lime or lemon is known to be a cleansing agent. Rubbing a slice of lime on the underarms a few minutes before bathing regularly will reduce the dark shade and also make the skin texture soft. Use a moisturizing spray to keep the area moist.

Potatoes

Rub fresh potato juice or place thin potato slices under the arms for fifteen to thirty minutes. The natural bleaching qualities of potato help in making the colour fade away. Use cold water to wash the skin.

Coconut oil

Dabbing coconut oil on the under arms regularly will help in a long way.

The healing quality of ‘turmeric’

Mix turmeric with gram flour and curds and make a paste. Apply the mixture on the armpits and allow the paste to dry before cleaning it.

Use of orange skin

Mix powdered dry orange peels with rose water and milk together. Apply the paste on the underarms, for a few minutes before bathing. This will help in reducing the dark colour of the skin.

Besides all these pastes, using homemade waxing gel can also help in reducing the dark underarms. If any of the above mentioned remedies are used regularly for long over a period of time the darkness will be completely gone.