Dark spots or hyper-pigmentation can be caused by various factors such as hormonal imbalance, post inflammatory scars of acne and pimples, exposure to sun, skin aging and liver damage. Reason can vary from person to person, but we should not ignore the fact that dark spots are common problems that we are facing in today’s life. Natural ingredients can help to lighten the dark spots and slowing it get vanishes. Our skin is the most important part of our body which works as a protective layer for the rest of the organ. It comes direct contact with the daily impurities, sun exposure, pollution and disease. There are many ways to remove dark spots and we can use the natural products which we can find in kitchen easily.

1. Neem and lemon juice Lemon is a rich source of Vitamin C which works as a natural bleaching agent for skin. It helps to lighten the skin tone and remove the dark spots and blemishes. Neem is the solution to all skin related problems. It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties prevent breakout from pimples and acne. It also helps to remove the oil from the skin and improves complexion. Make the thick paste of Neem leaves and add one tablespoon of lemon juice. Apply this paste into your face and keep this around 30 minutes. Wash with Luke warm water. Repeat this twice a week to get good results.

2. Cucumber and Aloe Vera Gel Aloe Vera works as an effective natural home remedy for acne prone skin. It also helps in treating skin, infections, pimples and acne. It helps to remove dead skin cells and regeneration of new skin cell that lightens dark spot and pigmentation. Take the leaf of Aloe Vera Plant, scrape out the gel. Mix two cucumber pulps. Add one teaspoon of rose water into the mixture. Apply the paste around four to five times a week. Leave it for half an hour. Wash it off with warm water. This paste can be beneficial for all skin types.

3. Honey and Papaya Papaya is a rich source of vitamin A and helps to lighten the skin tone. It also acts as anti-aging agent and helps to tighten the sagging skin, wrinkles and fine lines. Honey works a antioxidants that protect the skin from sun damage and rejuvenates the skin. Mash half cup of ripe papaya and add one tablespoon of honey to it. Apply the mixture into the affected areas. Let the pack dry for 30 minutes and then rinse with warm water. Use this mixture three times a week.

4. Sandalwood and Rosewater Rose water can be used in any of the face pack as it works as a natural cleanser to unclog skin pores. It helps to prevent from redness and blemishes. Sandalwood has antiseptic properties, which helps to remove excessive oil from the skin and control sebum production. Take two table spoons of sandalwood powder and mix it with rose water. Apply this on affected area for 30 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

5. Saffron and Buttermilk Lactic acid present in the buttermilk work wonders on the skin. Saffron has been used for ages as an essential ingredient for the skin. It has anti-bacterial properties that help in purifying the skin from infection causing germs. Take two spoons of fresh yogurt, add one cup of water to it. Stir well to prepare buttermilk. Add three or four saffron to it. Apply into the face and rinse with water after an hour.