Best Way To Get Rid Of Dark Elbows

Dark elbows normally occur when your elbows gather darker skin than the rest of your arm. This can be caused by:

• an accumulation of dead skin cells
  hyperpigmentation increased by sun exposure
• birth control pills
• melasma (dark spots) from a recent pregnancy
• freckles and age spots
• certain skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema
• inflammation from a previous injury

If you are having dark elbows, you can try any of these home remedies:

1. Aloe vera

A study suggested that aloe vera can lighten the skin. This is through a process called alpha adrenergic receptor stimulation, which occurs when you apply the product to your skin. Look for gels or lotions with aloe vera, and apply up to twice per day.

2. Baking soda

Baking soda has both exfoliating and skin-lightening properties that may help treat dark elbows.

Add a teaspoon at a time with water to a bowl. Keep adding and mixing well until you have the desired amount of product. Then, apply directly to your elbows.

Treat the process as a face mask, where you leave the product on for about 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse off. Repeat twice per week. But avoid using baking soda on your face.

3. Oatmeal and yoghurt

Both oatmeal and yogurt have cooling properties that can add extra moisture to dry skin. Like baking soda, these two ingredients work best as a mask.

Combine equal parts oatmeal and yogurt until mixed well, then apply to your elbows. Leave on for up to 20 minutes at a time

4.Turmeric

This ingredient comes from an Indian root plant that’s like ginger. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, turmeric powder may help a variety of skin conditions when used as a paste. Mix the powder with water, and then apply directly to the elbows. Leave on for up to 10 minutes and then rinse off.