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Genetic factors as well as skin care are responsible for the kind of skin you have. While the original tone and color of your skin is decided by genetic factors, progressive darkening of the skin could be due to lack of proper skin care. Other factors that lead to darkening of the skin include skin conditions which involve itching and leave the skin dry with dark patches. Hyperpigmentation is another cause for skin darkening in which the skin produces excessive skin pigment melanin. Skin darkening is also commonly caused by the prolonged exposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. You can use some simple home remedies to gradually reverse the darkening of skin. One of the most used and most effective home remedies for dark skin is application of a face pack prepared by mixing 1 tsp milk powder with 1 tsp of honey and ½ tsp almond oil along with 1 tsp of lemon juice. This should be applied on the face daily and washed off after around 15 to 20 minutes. This helps to remove the tan and also leaves the skin soft and smooth. Another good home remedy for dark skin is application of a mixture of raw oatmeal with curd and tomato juice. Alternately you can mix grated tomatoes with some lemon juice and apply this on your face for 15 to 20 minutes. The tomato and lemon have anti-oxidants and work as natural bleaching agents to lighten the skin tone and leave the skin fresh and supple. Another good natural bleaching agent is potato.
Acne problems are usually related to excessive secretion of oil by the sebaceous glands of the skin, hormonal disorders or lack of skin care. If you suffer from acne problems, it is important to keep your skin clean by following a strict routine of cleansing and toning your skin. You can also use some simple home remedies to treat and prevent acne problems. An excellent home remedy for pimples is daily application of cooked oatmeal on the face, which can be washed off in 15 to 20 minutes. You can also apply a face pack prepared with a blend of 1 peeled apple, 1 tbsp of honey, ½ a grated cucumber and 1 tbsp yoghurt which can be left on the face for 15 to 20 minutes before it is washed off with cold water. Wiping your face daily or even dabbing the acne with a mix of cucumber juice and lemon juice is beneficial for treating acne without leaving behind any scars. For acne scars you can apply a face pack prepared with sandalwood powder or fuller's earth mixed with rose water. This not only helps to lighten the complexion it also helps to get rid of any scars and patches. It is an excellent skin tonic as it also improves the over all quality of the skin. Above all, you should ensure that you have a balanced diet enriched with vitamins and proteins to nourish your skin and keep it glowing with health. Drink adequate water to moisturize your skin naturally and flush out the toxins from your body regularly.
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