Tanning becomes extremely common during the summer season. But, have you ever wondered why the skin tans?
“It is a protective mechanism where skin makes melanin to reduce the amount of damage due to sun exposure. If we didn’t tan, we would burn. So tanning is actually protecting our skin from premature aging,” Dermatologist Dr Aanchal Panth explained in an Instagram post.
A wide range of products is available in the market to cater to these summer problems, but what about the tanned skin? Applying sunscreens with strong Sun Protection Factor (SPF) on the skin might sound relieving right now, but in the long run, they can have impeding effects on our skin. Fret no more! Although the suntan will vanish eventually, still if you are in a hurry, here are natural ways by which you can quickly get rid of suntan in a jiffy!
The bleaching properties of lemon juice help in removing sun tan from the skin naturally while honey keeps your skin smooth and soft. Take one tablespoon of lemon juice and add some honey to it. Applying the mixture to your skin for 15 minutes and then washing it off with cold water can do wonders for your skin.
Honey has antibacterial and antioxidant properties and while lemon has a bleaching effect will give your skin a natural glow. You should do this process at least once a week. Also, do not prolong the process and try keeping honey on your face for the mentioned time period.
If you want to gently exfoliate the dead cells from your skin and remove suntan, then this turmeric face pack is definitely for you. Turmeric has the capacity to fight with the strong sun light rays and reduce the effect of Tan on your skin. Combine two tablespoons of the Bengal gram flour with a pinch of turmeric, some milk and one tablespoon of rose water. Apply this pack on the tanned skin leaving it for about 20 minutes and then wash your face with cold water. You can also gently massage your face by putting some water on the dried face pack.
Saturated lemon juice is good for removing tan, but it doesn’t suit everyone. So it is always advisable to go for a face pack made with lemon juice. This was just that. For this face pack, you need to mix one tablespoon of each of the ingredients in a bowl. Dab the face pack on the tanned areas keeping it for 10-15 minutes until dry. Wash off with cold water. The lemon juice will reduce the tanning, and while cucumber is known to contain antioxidants which can prove to be good for your skin as it protect you from inflammation and sun damage.
Just like cucumber, Rose water is also rich in antioxidants which keeps the pH balance maintained on your skin and is a better option for individuals with sensitive skin.
