Natural DIY De-Tan Remedies: Rejuvenate Your Skin with Homemade Recipes

We all are well aware of the fact that sunlight is essential to plants for photosynthesis and to humans for vitamin D, strengthening bone, reducing stress and what not! But have you ever wondered why there is still so much talk about uv rays damaging our skin? It's because sunlight is important for us but the amount and the timing plays a major role in providing the benefits. 

It may come as a surprise, but scientific research has shown that the amount of time one should spend in the sunlight depends on their skin tone. For individuals who engage in outdoor activities regularly, it is highly recommended to use sunscreen as a protective measure.

Let's not delve further into this, since you have already had your fair share of beach time and are not seeking information about tanning at this moment but a solution to healing?

Imagine if we told you that you could effectively heal and rejuvenate your tanned body and face with minimal effort and expenses, while still achieving remarkable results.

Yes, you guessed right, with natural remedies at our disposal, there is nothing to worry about. 

And as we say when there is NO way there is NEEV way!

Amazing isn't it?

**Caution :- These remedies do not provide overnight results, so no clickbait here. Patience and consistency is the key to get results.**

 

Perfect! Without sparing more time Let's jump in to the remedies right away

Rose water ice cubes

Ingredients:

• Rosewater

Instructions:

1. Pour rosewater into an ice cube tray, filling each cube compartment about 3/4 full.
2. Once the rosewater is frozen, remove the ice cube tray from the freezer.
3. Take one rose water ice cube and gently rub it over the tanned areas of your skin in a circular motion.
4. Allow the rose water to sit on your skin for a few minutes.
5. Rinse your skin with cool water and pat it dry.
6. Follow up with a moisturizer(add link to any moisturizer) to keep your skin hydrated.

You can use these rose water ice cubes for de-tanning daily or as needed. Rose water has cooling and soothing properties that can help reduce inflammation and lighten the skin. Try out Rose Petal Powder For Softer and Smoother Skin

Cucumber Extract 

Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber
• Water

Instructions:

1. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or small pieces. (Leave the skin on as it contains beneficial nutrients)
2. Add a small amount of water, just enough to help with the blending process. 
3. Set a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a bowl or container to strain the extract.
4. Store the extract in the refrigerator for immediate use or freeze it in ice cube trays for longer-term storage.

    You can also try out Cucumber and aloe vera face pack in your routine for more effective results.

3. Potato Juice

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized potatoes
• Water

Instructions:

1. Wash and peel the potatoes to remove any dirt or debris.
2. Cut the potatoes into smaller pieces for easier blending.
3. Blend the potatoes and water until you have a smooth consistency. 
4. Set a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a bowl or container to strain the juice.
5. Store the juice in the refrigerator for immediate use.

4. Aloe Vera and Neem

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
• 1 tablespoon neem powder
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the aloe vera gel and neem powder.
2. Mix well until you get a smooth paste. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
3. If desired, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture. Lemon juice can help brighten the skin and enhance the de-tanning effect.
4. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well incorporated.

Checkout our readymade Aloe neem face scrub that can save your time and give promising results. You can also check out our Aloe Neem Lotion to expedite the tan removal process.

5. Sandalwood 

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons sandalwood powder (insert the link to sandalwood face pack powder)
• Rosewater (as needed)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, add the sandalwood powder.
2. Slowly add rosewater to the sandalwood powder, a little at a time, and mix well.
3. Continue adding rosewater and stirring until you achieve a smooth paste-like consistency. The paste should neither be too thick nor too runny.
4. Your sandalwood de-tan pack is now ready to use.

6. Orange Juice 

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon gram flour (also known as chickpea flour)
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix the orange juice and gram flour until you get a smooth paste.
2. If desired, add a teaspoon of honey to the mixture. Honey can help moisturize and soften the skin.
3. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined.
4. Your orange de-tan pack is ready to use.

7. Multani Mitti 

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Multani Mitti (Fuller's Earth)
• 1 tablespoon rose water
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the Multani Mitti with rose water.
2. Mix well to form a smooth paste. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
3. If desired, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture. Lemon juice can help brighten the skin and enhance the de-tanning effect.
4. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well incorporated.
5. Your Multani Mitti de-tan pack is ready to use.

8. Papaya 

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons ripe papaya pulp
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mash the ripe papaya pulp until it becomes smooth.
2. Add honey to the mashed papaya pulp and mix well.
3. If desired, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture. Lemon juice can help brighten the skin and enhance the de-tanning effect.
4. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well incorporated.
5. Your papaya de-tan pack is ready to use.

In fact you can also try out Fruit Face Pack which contains fruits like papaya, orange, carrot etc, that can help detan your face along with a soothing effect.

9. Lemon

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 lemon
• Cotton pads or cotton balls

Instructions:

1. Squeeze the juice from one lemon into a small bowl.
2. Dip a cotton pad or cotton ball into the lemon juice.
3. Gently apply the lemon juice-soaked cotton pad to the tanned areas of your skin.
4. Leave it on for about 10-15 minutes.
5. Rinse your skin with lukewarm water and pat it dry.

Please do not forget to do a patch test before applying it directly to the tan areas because lemon might cause a burning sensation when applied directly. You can also checkout Cleansing Lotion - Lemon and Orange Peel With Apple Cider Vinegar. 

10. Milk and Rose water

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon rose water

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix the milk and rose water together.
2. Stir well until they are thoroughly combined.
3. Your milk and rose water de-tan pack is now ready to use.

Do remember even when the sun is shining brighter these days make sure you shine brightest!!

References 

1. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-sunlight-health-effects
2. https://www.indiatoday.in/information/story/highly-effective-home-remedies-to-remove-sun-tan-1734958-2020-10-25
3. https://www.bebeautiful.in/all-things-skin/skin-concerns/how-to-remove-sun-tan-from-face-overnight
4. https://www.femina.in/beauty/skin/5-natural-home-remedies-to-remove-sun-tan-34035-11.html