[toc]Most women are concerned about wrinkles and fine lines as they make a person look aged. But the fact is an uneven skin tone, particularly facial skin makes a person look older. There are many causes of uneven skin tone, ranging from hormonal imbalance, acne, skin disorders and age to sensitivity to cosmetics or skin care products. But the major culprit here is sun exposure.
Exposure to sun rays increases melanin production which leads to pigmentation, freckles, age spots and dark spots. There are a number of skin lightening products that promises an even skin tone. But there are also a few home treatments that you can try out. Here we present to you some effective home remedies for uneven skin tone.
5 Home Remedies For Uneven Skin Tone
Tomato and Rosewater Mask
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Cut a tomato in half and blend it in food processor. Add a tablespoon of rosewater to this mix. Now lie down and apply this mask over your face and neck. Wash off after 20-30 minutes. Tomatoes have skin lightening properties and they also work as a mild astringent. Rosewater is very soothing and refreshing and it helps to calm down any skin sensitivities. This mask is excellent for people who have oily skin with pigmentation.
Cilantro, Yogurt and Aloe Vera Mask
In a food processor whisk together a handful of cilantro (with stalks), two tablespoons of thick yogurt and a tablespoon of aloe vera gel. Process mixture until everything is well blended. Clean your face with water and apply this mask evenly on your face and neck. After 20-30 minutes when the mask is set, wash off with cool water. Cilantro is rich in vitamin A and magnesium and it also has skin lightening properties. Yogurt contains lactic acid and aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties.
Onion And Apple Cider Mask
Grate a red or white onion and extract its juice. To this add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Wash your face with water and pat dry. Now, dip a cotton ball in this onion and apple cider mixture and rub it all over your face and neck. Let it remain for 2 minutes. Wash off with cold water. Onion contains enzymes that help to lighten and brighten the skin tone. Used regularly this mask will fade dark spots and pigmentation giving you an even and dewy complexion.
Lemon Juice Toner
This is a very easy remedy for evening out the skin. All you need to do is cut a lemon in half and extract it juice. After cleaning your face and removing makeup, apply this pure lemon juice all over your face. Wash off after 10 minutes. Lemon juice has skin lightening properties which will help in fading pigmentation. If you have acne, make sure that you do not this remedy as lemon juice will sting quite badly. Also, make sure that you do not go out into the sun with lemon juice on your face as it makes your skin more sensitive and prone to burning.
Potato And Yogurt Mask
Grate a potato and add a tablespoon of plain yogurt and a tablespoon of rice powder. Mix everything well and apply this mask on your face and neck. After 30 minutes, wash off the mask thoroughly with water. Potatoes contain an enzyme that helps to fade away pigmentation. If you use this home remedies regularly, it is surely going to help in fading dark spots and uneven pigmentation. It is important to remember that home remedies take some time to work so dedicate at least 2-3 months to see results.