Do you feel self-conscious about your skin because of age spots? There is a simple and inexpensive home treatment that can help lessen their look, so don’t worry. The ingredient that’s kept a secret? Baking soda is something you probably already have in your kitchen!
Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, is a multipurpose skincare product. It works as a gentle exfoliator, removing dead skin cells and gradually lightening wrinkles. Its alkaline qualities also improve general skin health by balancing the pH of your skin.
Are you prepared to give it a try? Here are two easy ways to lighten age spots using baking soda:
Baking Soda Paste Method 1: Ingredients:
Two baking soda teaspoons
Water (sufficient to create a paste)
Directions:
Combine the baking soda and a little amount of water in a small bowl and stir until a thick paste forms.
Using your fingertips, apply the paste to your age spots gently; do not scrub too hard.
Let the paste sit on the areas for roughly five minutes. Start with two to three minutes if you have sensitive skin.
After rinsing with lukewarm water, use a gentle towel to pat your skin dry.
Use a moisturiser to maintain the moisture content of your skin.
Depending on how your skin reacts, repeat this treatment two to three times each week.
Method 2: Lemon Juice and Soda Baking Ingredients:
Two baking soda teaspoons
One teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon
Directions:
In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice and baking soda. Normally, the mixture will fizz.
Once the fizzing has stopped, use your fingers or a cotton swab to gently apply the mixture to your age spots.
Lemon juice might make you more sensitive to light, so leave it on for no more than five minutes.
Use lukewarm water to rinse thoroughly, then moisturise.
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Once a week, use this therapy, paying attention to how your skin responds.
Crucial Safety Measures
Before using these treatments on larger or more noticeable regions of your skin, always conduct a patch test on a smaller area.
When going outside, always wear sunscreen to avoid further damage because baking soda might make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
Baking soda should not be used excessively as it might deplete your skin’s natural oils, causing irritation and dryness. Use it carefully and sparingly.
Keep in mind that although baking soda is an easy and affordable way to cure age spots, the outcomes can differ.
It’s best to speak with a dermatologist if you have ongoing skin issues or desire more noticeable changes. Respect your skin’s inherent beauty and take care of it!
