Can you please help me how 2 get rid of dark neck? I'm havin trubles since a year

Having dark skin only in the neck area is not an uncommon occurrence, as a large number of individuals experience it. The main reason for this condition is because we very frequently tend to neglect this area when washing other parts of the body. People generally do not pay much heed to the importance of exfoliating dead skin cells in this region, as a result of which sweat and dirt builds up, giving the skin a darker than normal appearance. In addition, prolonged sun exposure could also lead to the darkening of one’s skin, particularly if we ignore this area when applying a sunscreen. Dark skin around the neck could also be a result of an allergic reaction to certain kinds of jewelry. Imitation jewelry can very often lead to the darkening of skin, especially if one is allergic to it.

Here are a few home remedies that you could implement to restore your original skin tone. Lemon juice is considered to be one of the best remedies for treating this condition, as it acts as a natural bleaching agent. Take a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and apply it on the skin for 15-20 minutes, after which rinse it off with cold water. This should be done on a daily basis till you notice visible results. Cucumber juice is also excellent when it comes to treating dark skin. Mix a teaspoon each of cucumber juice and lemon juice and then apply the mixture on the affected area. After about 20 minutes, rinse it off with lukewarm water. You could also apply plain cucumber juice to the area, it will work as well.

You could also use potatoes to lighten the skin on your neck. Take a medium sized potato and blend it. Now squeeze the juice out of the vegetable’s pulp and apply it on the neck area with the help of a cotton ball. Let it stay on for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Take two teaspoons of gram flour and add a teaspoon of milk, so as to make a thick paste. Apply this paste on the neck and let it dry naturally. On drying, gently scrape the paste off, with the help of moistened fingertips. This remedy if done consistently on a daily basis will not only help in lightening the skin around your neck, but it will give it a healthy glow as well.

answered by G M

Dark skin natural treatment

Are you wearing any jewellery? Allergic reaction gives rise to dark skin. Try avoiding any imitation jewellery. Complexion of an individual is determined by the genes, which is devoid of any alteration, though slight enhancements are possible in an artificial manner. Excessive synthesis of melanin pigment in the body causes dark skin. Blemishes and patches are also seen to occur. This is a condition which moves to each generation. Avoid excessive exposure to sun. Apply freshly ground mint leaves on your neck. Follow this for at least 15 days. Overnight soaked almonds are ground and applied on the neck region. Avoid sun tanning in beaches. Skin disorders also cause darkening of the skin. Milk powder with honey acts as an excellent face mask. Orange peels applied with curd also are a good remedy. Easy to digest foods are considered. Excessive fat in the diet is avoided. Detoxification is done by drinking lots of water. Aloe vera pulp with milk powder and turmeric powder is made into a paste and applied for effective results. Oat bran is mixed with milk and left for 20 minutes. Rinse after drying.

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answered by Dr C