Think you are wearing a beautiful halter neck dress or an embellished blouse and if the neck looks black in it, then how embarrassing it is. Although blackening of the neck is a common practice. Like the rest of the body, the neck can also turn dark due to hormones, sun exposure and other factors.
In most cases, the black line that forms on the neck is due to sweating. Gradually, the scum gets accumulated which becomes difficult to remove later. However, today we will share such home remedies with you, with the help of which you will be able to get rid of black neck.
1. Apply potato juice
Potato has properties that are known to improve the complexion of the skin. Potato juice also helps in eliminating dark patches and lightens your skin tone.
Method to prepare-
Grate a small potato and extract its juice. Apply this mixture to the affected areas. You can also apply it on the face, elbows and knees. Let it dry completely and when it dries, wash it off with lukewarm water. This can be repeated twice a week.
2. Make Ubtan at home
You can find homemade decoctions to help clear up the black neck. All you need to do is prepare this traditional Ubtan with ingredients available at home. It can help in making your skin soft and glowing.
Method to prepare-
Mix two tablespoons of gram flour, half a teaspoon of lemon juice, a pinch of turmeric and some rose water in a bowl. Apply this mixture to your neck and leave it for about fifteen minutes. After this clean the neck with wet tissue paper. You will see the difference by trying this recipe twice a week.
3. Tomato juice
If you have oily skin, it can cause pimples not only on the face but also on the neck. For this, it is necessary to exfoliate the skin. A tomato is a good option for this. Rich in Vitamin C, E and beta-carotene, tomato brightens the skin tone along with brightening it.
Method to prepare-
Mix 1 tbsp tomato juice, 1 tbsp cucumber juice, 1 tbsp curd in a bowl. Apply this mixture to your neck and leave it for 15-20 minutes. After this massage it with your hands and clean it with a paper towel.
4. Lemon juice
Lemon juice and sugar scrub is the best option to exfoliate the skin. It exfoliates the skin by removing dead skin cells. This scrub can easily remove the dirt accumulated in the neck. Along with this, it also helps in improving the skin tone.
Method to prepare-
Take 1 lemon in half from the middle and take out half of its juice. After that dip it in sugar and scrub your neck thoroughly for 2-3 minutes. After this leave it for 5 minutes and then clean the neck with wet wipes. You can use this scrub 2 times a week.
5. Rice flour
Rice flour also acts as a good exfoliator. Its packs can be used to lighten the skin, reduce sun tan, and remove impurities from the skin. These can cause pimples and acne, so they can affect not only the face but also the neck.
Method to prepare-
Make a paste by mixing 1 teaspoon of rice flour with 1 teaspoon of milk and honey. It will act as a natural exfoliator and honey helps in smoothening the texture of the skin. Apply this paste on the neck for 10 minutes and then wash it with lukewarm water.
If your neck is also looking black and an ugly line has accumulated on it due to dirt, then try these tips too.
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