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Acharya Balkrishna Shares Coconut Oil Lemon Remedy for Dark Patches

Acharya Balkrishna Shares Coconut Oil Lemon Remedy for Dark Patches
This coconut oil and lemon trick can fade dark elbow patches, says Acharya Balkrishna · thestatesman.com

Acharya Balkrishna shared a simple home remedy for darker skin on elbows and similar areas.

It uses one spoon of coconut oil and one spoon of lemon juice.

The mixture is rubbed onto the dark patch for about 30 minutes.

Then it is washed away with lukewarm water.

The article says elbows can become darker because they rub against surfaces and become dry.

Coconut oil may help keep the skin moisturized.

Lemon juice contains an acid that may help remove dead skin cells and gradually reduce the appearance of dark patches.

The article recommends using the mixture two or three times a week.

It also says to protect treated skin from sunlight because lemon may make it more sensitive.

Key facts

Suggested mixture
One spoon of coconut oil mixed with one spoon of lemon juice.
Application time
Leave the mixture on the affected area for 30 minutes.
Rinse method
Wash it off with lukewarm water.
Suggested frequency
Use two or three times a week over several weeks.
Coconut oil claim
The article says it may moisturize skin, lock in moisture, and have mild anti-inflammatory effects.
Lemon juice claim
The article says citric acid may exfoliate and help lighten pigmentation over time.
Sun precaution
The article advises sunscreen because lemon can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight.

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