Dark and dull skin is a very normal occurrence in summers. Dark circles are a different issue on a other hand.
Diet
I have long before mentioned that if you ever find your skin getting uneven complexioned, iron deficiency can be one of the foremost reasons. Also, dark circles are an indication of iron levels in your body. So, if you are not sleep deprived or stressed out, this is the reason for those unwelcome dark circles. Try eating a balanced diet.
Dull and Dark Skin
Dehydrated or oily skin can also look dark. So, keep your skin supple, hydrated and oil-free at all times. Use a good moisturiser to preserve the skin moisture. Using face sprays is also a good way to perk up your skin in intervals. You can prepare one at home as well. Eat foods which will keep your skin hydrated from the inside and drink enough water.
Tips to remove tan
Tomato, cucumber and potato are great for tan removal. You can check out other home remedies for summers here. If used at night, they help in removing tan as well as keeping the skin in supple condition.
Tanning without sun
UVA rays can penetrate indoors as well and UVA rays are the main cause of pigmentation. So, using spf 15 broad-spectrum sunscreen when indoors is a good measure of protection against these rays and tanning and pigmentation when inside.
Product Recommendation
- Lactocalamine for sun protection when indoors
- Rustic Art Aloevera Gel for improving hydration levels of the skin. Use it only at night as a night cream as it contains lemon extracts.
What else do you suggest?
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hi swati i dnt knw y i have been gettin these weird pimples. i didnt have so many pimples so many pimples in my entire life. i am using neem face pack , cinammon and honey but nothin is wrokin even lacto calamine, neem oil
ReplyDeletesomething in your diet is probably not agreeing with you...did you start a new medication or any new product???
Deletetake a slice of tomato and use it on the pimples daily...I think that will help and use turmeric on the pimples at night mixed with water. do let me know how it goes :)
hi swati i was wondering does stress cause pimples bcz every one around me keep sayin tis now a days
Deleteoh yes, most definitely!!! I had acne when i was stressed out. drink a lot of green tea now a days to combat harmful effects of stress. and, do a relaxing yoga for 15-20 minutes daily. it helps a lot :) and, stop worrying about pimples. they will go away.
Deleteu r rt may be i just need to relax i even apply tat tomato slice with turmeric and by next morning i still have them. may b its stress
Deletei even consulted my dermo she says they are just bcz of sweat any how thnks take care
do you sweat a lot??? do you go out in sun a lot??? coz, I sweat horribly outside in sun!!! even, my sunscreen gets washed off!!! yes, sweat can also be one of the reasons....do you wash your face after coming back home and apply ice cubes or aloevera??? do that as after-sun protection...that will help. and, drink green tea. its damn good for acne. also, wash your face daily with green tea after cleansing it thoroughly. that will help.
DeleteI have a question on rustic art aloe Vera gel. It contains lemon. Isn't it a fact tat putting lemon on your face and going out will make you more tan?
ReplyDeleteI have used the following home remedy for brightening face.
Honey, curd, lime juice few drops, green gram, little Kasturi turmeric and a bit of almond oil. This works wonders. Try it
hey preeti...good point!!! I forgot to mention to use only at nights...will clarify that right away :)
Deleteoh wow...thanks for the tip!!! will definitely check it out.
Nice post and well in time..I'm getting tanned like anything these days:(
ReplyDeleteCan u suggest a good and budget friendly sun block?
if you don't mind spending around 500, I would definitely say neutrogena as it is the best I have used till date.
Deletelotus sun screens are also good but they have becomes equally expensive. you can check out neutrogena 30ml one @ 150 bucks around. the new lakme sun safe range is also getting good reviews. hope this helps :)
invest in a good sunscreen and also keep some rose water handy.. apply it whenever u feel u look dull.. this will refresh ur skin n mood immediately...
ReplyDeleteif u have normal or dry skin.. apply oatmeal+yoghurt face pack once or twice a week... this nourishes the skin and also has lightening properties...
rose water is always helpful :)
Deletegreat tip, HnB!!!
Unrelated - I really like this new font! I'm finding the blog easier to read :D
ReplyDeletethanks Tanveer :)
Deletei have pigmentation around my lips and i m upset for this cn u help me????? i will be grateful to u. thnx
ReplyDeletehey...give me sometime and I shall get back to you :)
Deletehi..
ReplyDeletemy skin is very sensitive and pimple prone. Though I am using sunscreen but don't know why it has became very much darker.. I am really very worried. And more over acne spots n scars 0are there on my face.. My skin is oily n I m 30 yrs old. Can u pls suggest me effectivem home remedies asap and pls let me know how often should I use that.
firstly, are you using a good sunscreen? and, the amount of sunscreen you use also matters and also if you are outside in sun from 10-4 even after applying sunscreen, nothing can prevent tanning. there are many other reasons why skin can turn dark suddenly like are you low on iron???
Deleteuse potato for acne scars. rub a slice of potato on the face and neck daily at night. it will help but do it daily for a month. hope this helps :)