Blackened Inner Thighs, 5 Natural Ways To Whiten It

Friction of tight clothing to excessive sun exposure can make the thighs in the black. This of course is very disturbing appearance and makes no confidence. Especially when you’re wearing a dress or pants and a short skirt. To overcome this, the following choices of natural ways to whiten back the color of the black thighs in black.

Apply aloe vera

Aloe vera is known to be effective against inflammation in the skin, and moisturizes and soothes irritated skin. But apparently, the efficacy of aloe vera to help whiten dark skin areas.

Aloe vera contains aloin which is believed to brighten the skin. So, it never hurts to try using aloe vera as a way to whiten your inner thighs.

To use it, rub Aloe vera cream or gel directly into the blackened area of the skin. then let stand until it absorbs completely. No need to rinse until you take a shower later.

Use oatmeal mask and yogurt

You may have often heard the benefits of oatmeal masks and yogurt. Well it turns out, the combination of the two can also be a natural way for you to whiten the skin of the blackened inner thigh.

Use the type of oatmeal which is made from wheat seeds that have been finely ground and processed in such a way that it is different from what is commonly eaten. In the market, this oatmeal is called colloidal oatmeal.

Colloidal oatmeal has higher antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and absorbs UV light more effectively. Therefore, colloidal oatmeal is often used to help treat skin problems such as rashes, eczema, or insect bites.

Colloidal oatmeal can help brighten the dark color of the inner thighs mainly because of the effects of eczema symptoms. On the other hand, yogurt contains high lactic acid which is believed to improve skin health.

To get these benefits, mix plain yogurt (without flavor) with oatmeal in one container and stir well. After that, apply the mixture to the inner thigh for about 15 minutes.

Finally rinse thoroughly and dry the area with a towel or tissue. Repeat this method several times a week until you get optimal results.

Apply baking soda

Baking soda can be used as an exfoliator to brighten and remove dead skin cells.

To whiten the inner thigh with baking soda, the method that needs to be followed is very easy. You only need to mix baking soda with water. then, lightly apply to the thigh area and leave for 15 minutes. Afterwards, rinse with water and dry. You can repeat this method 2 to 3 times a week.

However, baking soda is generally too hard for the skin, so it’s risky to irritate it. Therefore, you need to be careful using it and be sensitive to the effects that emerge after use.

Apply coconut oil and lemon water

Coconut oil and lemon can be the right combination to reduce hyperpigmentation (darkening) in the skin. Lemon contains vitamin C which is known to help brighten the skin. While coconut oil functions as a moisturizer that helps keep thigh skin soft and supple.

To make this mixture, you only need to mix a few tablespoons of coconut oil and lemon water to taste. Then, rub the mixture of these ingredients into the thigh area and massage for about 10 minutes. After that, rinse the oily area thoroughly with water and soap if necessary.

Using sugar scrubs

Sugar is a natural exfoliator that can be found in your kitchen. Rough grain helps to make dead skin cells peel off by themselves. So if the dark skin color of the thighs is caused by a buildup of dead skin, a sugar scrub can be an effective solution.

Whitening the inner thigh with a sugar scrub can be done by mixing it with lemon water and honey. Stir all three ingredients until they are evenly mixed then gently rub the mixture into the inner thighs. After that, rinse the scrubbed area with clean water and dry it.

However, you cannot get instant results only with these natural methods. Because, not many studies have confirmed that natural ingredients must be effective for brightening blackened inner thighs. Consult a skin and genital specialist to get more promising treatments.