It's often annoying when you have an uneven skin tone. I have been there. I once had a darker face and darker knuckles while the rest of my body were lighter. Even though it wasn't obvious, it was really annoying. The first thing I did, was to find the reason why I had an uneven skin tone and i realized that.
1. I wasn't caring much about my face like I do my body.
2. I wasn't using a good moisturizer for my skin - hence the darker knuckles. Please note that I wasn't bleaching.
What I did
For the lemon and sugar scrub,
Mix one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice with sugar until it forms a thick paste, then take as much as your fingers can contain and scrub the dark areas be it your face, knuckles, elbows or knees.
You can see results from a week upwards; but remember to be patient while you on it.
Ps, You can also achieve pink lips with this.
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1. I wasn't caring much about my face like I do my body.
2. I wasn't using a good moisturizer for my skin - hence the darker knuckles. Please note that I wasn't bleaching.
What I did
I ditched the lotion, and I started using Extra Virgin Olive Oil as my daily moisturizer and the knuckles clearly disappeared. This happened years ago before I started lemon/sugar scrub for my face.
Now I pamper my face, and I'm very careful when it comes to using chemicals to treat any issue. I will always prefer the natural way hence the lemon and sugar scrub.
Do not be in a hurry to see results. From my discussion with some of my friends, I found out that most people always want results the faster way.
Now I pamper my face, and I'm very careful when it comes to using chemicals to treat any issue. I will always prefer the natural way hence the lemon and sugar scrub.
Do not be in a hurry to see results. From my discussion with some of my friends, I found out that most people always want results the faster way.
Two ladies complained to me a week ago about how they spent #40,000 and #30,000 each, respectively on two different brands of products that gave them stretch marks even without giving them any positive result, and they were deeply hurt.
You can use lotions, and shower gels. I use them too but always be sure to buy from a reputable company!.
Enough said, you can treat dark knuckles, elbows or knees with lemon and sugar scrub, and to see results, you need to be patient and consistent.
Enough said, you can treat dark knuckles, elbows or knees with lemon and sugar scrub, and to see results, you need to be patient and consistent.
Why lemon and sugar?
Because lemon has bleaching properties, and sugar is used in exfoliation.
Please understand that reasons for dark knuckles include..
1. Dryness
Exposing your hands to harsh chemicals or too much washing can lead to skin dryness which causes the knuckles to darken.
2. Lack of proper care
Often we neglect our hands and feet when taking care of our body but these are places that need pampering more.
3. Skin diseases
Skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis can make your knuckles dark.
Please take measures to avoid these when treating dark knuckles if you wish for a permanent change.
Please understand that reasons for dark knuckles include..
1. Dryness
Exposing your hands to harsh chemicals or too much washing can lead to skin dryness which causes the knuckles to darken.
2. Lack of proper care
Often we neglect our hands and feet when taking care of our body but these are places that need pampering more.
3. Skin diseases
Skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis can make your knuckles dark.
Please take measures to avoid these when treating dark knuckles if you wish for a permanent change.
For the lemon and sugar scrub,
Mix one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice with sugar until it forms a thick paste, then take as much as your fingers can contain and scrub the dark areas be it your face, knuckles, elbows or knees.
You can see results from a week upwards; but remember to be patient while you on it.
Ps, You can also achieve pink lips with this.
Extra Tips
1. Care for all parts of your body.
Don't wash your hands with extremely hot water. Clean them regularly with soft loofah and pumice stone.
2. Moisturize always after cleaning or shower/washing.
3. Wear Sunscreen
These are daily tips to get rid of dark knuckles and have healthy looking and beautiful hands. Please note that the lemon and sugar scrub should be done 3 or 4 times a week. You don't have to do it everyday unless you have extremely dark knuckles then you can do it every night before bed, wash off after 20 minutes, and apply a hand cream, or a good moisturizer.
Don't wash your hands with extremely hot water. Clean them regularly with soft loofah and pumice stone.
2. Moisturize always after cleaning or shower/washing.
3. Wear Sunscreen
These are daily tips to get rid of dark knuckles and have healthy looking and beautiful hands. Please note that the lemon and sugar scrub should be done 3 or 4 times a week. You don't have to do it everyday unless you have extremely dark knuckles then you can do it every night before bed, wash off after 20 minutes, and apply a hand cream, or a good moisturizer.
Thank you moxie
ReplyDeleteCan I use the mixture on my face?
ReplyDeleteYes you can - as long as you don't have a sensitive skin
DeletePlease which sunscreen do you use? I love ur skin
ReplyDeleteNeutrogena ultra sheer, and thank you!
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