A natural recipe for removing freckles

freckles

It is a round-shaped, brown-colored spot that appears on the surface of the skin, and according to the American Association of Dermatologists (AAD), it is a sign of skin damage. There are many reasons that lead to its appearance, the most prominent of which are: hormonal disorders, genetic factors, or exposure to harmful sunlight for a long time. Freckles appear on various parts of the body, especially those most exposed to sunlight. There are medical treatments such as creams and ointments to treat freckles, in addition to advanced cosmetic treatment, but all of these methods are expensive, while there are easy and simple home treatments that give real results if used regularly.

Natural recipes to get rid of freckles

sour cream

Lactic acid found in yogurt and sour cream helps get rid of freckles, and is recommended for those with sensitive skin. The method is:

• Ingredients: Sour cream.
• How to prepare:
  • Apply some sour cream to the affected skin and leave it for a few minutes until it dries.
  • Gently wipe with a soft tissue or towel, instead of washing with water.
  • Apply some moisturizer afterwards, so as not to cause any irritation to the skin.
  • Repeat this at least once daily until the freckles disappear.
• An other way: Wash the affected skin daily with sour milk, or yogurt.

licorice root

Licorice is a natural lightening agent, and the licorice root contains a component called glabridin, which is tyrosinase, and its effect is similar to that of lactic acid. It prevents the production of melanin pigment, and the method for getting rid of freckles is:

• Ingredients:
  • A teaspoon of licorice extract.
  • 4 teaspoons of jojoba oil.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix the two ingredients together, and store the mixture in a small bottle.
  • Dip a cotton ball in the mixture, and place it on the affected skin for 30-40 minutes.
  • Then wash well with water.
  • Moisturize the skin with a suitable moisturizer after applying this method.
  • Repeat this daily to get quick results.

buttermilk

Buttermilk is a useful home remedy for getting rid of freckles. The reason for this is that it has skin-whitening properties, which can reduce freckles, lighten the skin, and soften it significantly. The method is:

• Ingredients: A little buttermilk.
• How to prepare: Apply buttermilk to the affected skin for 10 minutes, then wash with lukewarm water.
• An other way: You can mix a little buttermilk with oatmeal, apply the mixture to the affected skin for 30 minutes, then rinse with water as usual. Or you can mix lemon juice with buttermilk, rub it on the freckles for 10 minutes, then wash with water.

Apple cider vinegar

The malic acid found in apple cider vinegar works to get rid of dark cells in the skin, thus revealing new, freckle-free cells. The method is:

• Ingredients:
  • A tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
  • A teaspoon of honey.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix honey and vinegar, and apply it on freckle spots or on the entire face.
  • Leave it on the stains for 15-20 minutes.
  • Rinse with lukewarm water.
  • Repeat this once every day if used on freckle spots only, and every day if used on the entire face.

aloe vera

Aloe vera gel helps treat freckles, black spots, and skin pigmentation. This is because it contains aloesin, which prevents pigmentation. The method is:

• Ingredients: Fresh aloe vera gel.
• How to prepare:
  • Apply some aloe vera gel on the freckle spots, and massage it for 2-3 minutes.
  • Leave it on the stains for 10 minutes, and can leave it on until the next morning, then rinse with water.
  • Repeat this every day.

Baking soda

Baking soda works as a skin exfoliant and removes dark, dead skin cells from the skin, thus getting rid of freckles. Its method is:

• Ingredients:
  • 1-2 drops of castor oil.
  • A pinch of baking soda.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix the ingredients together, then apply it to the affected skin.
  • Leave for about half an hour, then wash with water.
  • Repeat this method once or twice a day.

papaya

Papaya juice is an effective treatment for getting rid of freckles. It contains an enzyme that can help lighten freckles. His method is:

• Ingredients: Fresh papaya juice.
• How to prepare:
  • Apply fresh papaya juice on the freckle spots, using cotton, and massage gently.
  • Rinse the skin after 10 minutes with cold water.
  • Repeat this at least once daily, for a few weeks, or until the desired result is achieved.

Banana peel

Banana peel contains a compound known as gluconolactone. It is useful in lightening the skin, tightening it, combating aging, and getting rid of freckles. His method is:

• Ingredients: A small piece of banana peel.
• How to prepare:
  • Rub the inner peel (white side) of the banana on the affected skin for a minute or two.
  • Leave on the skin for a few minutes.
  • Wash the face with water as usual.
  • Repeat once daily.

Preventing freckles

We also pointed out that some freckles are hereditary, so it is not possible to control them, but some measures can be followed to prevent and protect from the sun’s rays, which is the most important factor causing them, which are:

• Use sunscreen with SPF 50.
• Wear hats with wide brims (15 cm).
• Wear sun-protective clothing (such as long-sleeved shirts and long pants as well).
• Avoid going out and being exposed to the sun during its peak hours (from 10 am to 4 pm).
• Always try to stand in the shade.