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Two days back, I wrote about natural ways of decreasing tanning but today I will be sharing with you an article which I read on protecting skin from getting tanned by following few natural ways. The ways are very simple and can be followed very easily. You can read the article on this link.

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Makeup tip of the day:
To make your makeup stay for longer time in summers, one can take ice compression on face for 15 minutes just before putting any kind of makeup. The ice compression should not be direct on face. Ice should be wrapped in cotton or towel before use. It will relax the facial muscles and at the same time will control the facial temperature which helps in absorbing makeup for long time.

Due to scorching heat outside, people are getting tanned. To avoid tanning one should wear good anti tan gel or cream with more than 50 SPF and the body should be fully covered while going outside. Also one should drink lot of water as any one can get dehydrated very easily. Still if one gets tanned there are many ways to decrease it naturally with all the ingredients available in your kitchen.
Like following:

1.Milk

Bathing in milk has been one of the guilty pleasures of royalty centuries ago, making it one of the first whitening treatments. It is the lactic acid in milk that diminishes skin pigmentation evening out and lightening your complexion. You can rub on some milk using a clean cotton ball and leave it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing. The best thing about this is that not only does it whiten your skin, but it also moisturize the skin the safe and natural way.

2. Turmeric

This may sound odd since turmeric is known to cause some discoloration due to its yellowish hue. Surprisingly, this yellow spice can actually create a whitening action. You just have to mix it with natural oils, like coconut or olive oil, to create a past, or you can mix it with the more moisturizing honey. Apply it on the skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before washing. Turmeric can control the action of melanin on the skin resulting in a fairer skin with regular use. The effects will not be so dramatic, but you will definitely be shades lighter.

3. Lemon juice

Lemon juice is not only an excellent way to quench the summer thirst, but it also used to even out and whiten the skin. In fact, you see lemons used as an active ingredient in household bleaching products. It acts in the same way to the skin, but rest assured it is gentle. It can either be used alone or with other natural skin whitening ingredients, like milk or yogurt. You can spritz or rub it on your face and leave it for 20 minutes or overnight for better effect. If it stings or burns, you can simply rinse it off right away. Its whitening effect is a result of its exfoliating action.

4. Rice Water/Rice Powder

The whitening effects of rice water or rice powder is one of the Asian whitening secrets. The reason behind it is that rice water is actually teeming with antioxidants that can nourish and protect the skin. It also protects and heals the skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Japanese women and even dermatologists swear by this whitening solution, which could very well be an anti-aging treatment also.

5. Gram Flour

This flour is also known as chickpea flour and has long been used in India as a natural skin whitening ingredient. It was even tradition for their brides to use gram flour along with rice flour, milk, turmeric and almonds as a body scrub. This is done as part of the wedding day ritual.

6. Potatoes

Potatoes are also reliable natural remedies for bleaching the skin. It is the enzyme catcholase, which causes this lightening action. You can mix potato juice with lemon or milk, or you could simply cut one in half and rub the juicy side on your face. It is best to leave the juices on for 15-20 minutes for a thorough whitening action.

7. Almonds

Almond masks are one of the most well-loved face masks by women because aside from being natural, it is also easily available and economical. You can grind peeled almonds that have been soaked overnight. Mix it with honey to create a paste and then apply it over your skin. You can also use almond oil for direct application. It lightens the skin by interrupting the process of melanin formation. It removes blemishes, evens out the skin tone and protects the skin from fine lines and wrinkles.

8. Orange peel

Orange peel, or just about any peel of any citrus fruits, contains the bioflavonoid hesperidin.This blocks melanin synthesis and promotes the production of vitamin C complex, which is a significant part of healthy skin. You can dry an orange peel enough to make one tablespoon and add it with 1 tablespoon of yogurt. Grind the orange peels until it turns into powder, then mix it with yogurt to create a paste. Apply this on your face and neck and leave it for 20-30 minutes before rinsing with water. Do this 2-3 times a week.

Aside from its signature smell, mint leaves also have skin whitening benefits. You just have to grind them into a fine paste before applying it over your face. You can also mix it with honey to enhance its lightening action and also promote moisturization. The mint content itself found in the leaves corrects uneven pigmentation and gets rid of blemishes.

10. Oatmeal

Our skin sheds millions of dead skin cells by the minute. Some just slough off, while others pile up on the skin’s surface resulting in dry and uneven patches. Oatmeal not only serves as a good breakfast, but also as an excellent skin whitener. Two tablespoons of oatmeal is enough to cover the face and you mix this with a tablespoon of honey to smoothen the consistency. Rub this all over your face to help slough off dead skin cells on the skin surface, revealing a radiant complexion underneath. You can substitute honey with yogurt or olive oil. All these options can also provide the skin with nourishing, and even whitening, benefits.

Aloe Vera is rich in Vitamin C, E and beta carotene which gives it its nourishing and anti-ageing qualities. It can moisturise the skin without making it greasy.

Aloe vera or aloe vera-based products can be used in the winter as well as in the summer and by people of all skin types. Aloe vera treats the cells on the epithelial level of the skin which is why it's recommended by dermatologists to remove tan, treat sunburn and stretch marks. One way to use aloe vera is to apply the gel directly, another would be to make a pack using aloe vera along with some other special ingredients from your kitchen.

1. Aloe Vera for Dry Skin - Take some aloe vera, a pinch of turmeric, a teaspoon ofhoney, a teaspoon of milk and a few drops of rose water. Blend this mix till you get a paste. Apply it and leave in for about 20 minutes or so.

2. Aloe Vera Scrub - Grab half a cup of fresh aloe vera gel, a cup of sugar and two tablespoons of lemon juice. The sugar will help exfoliate and scrub off dead skin, the aloe vera will deep clean the skin and the lemon will help fade out scars and tan. Stir the three ingredients together and use it to scrub both face and body.

3. Aloe Vera for Acne - Take some aloe vera gel, blended walnuts with a flour like consistency and honey. Aloe vera's healing properties coupled with the anti-oxidantsfrom honey will leave you with smooth and clear skin.

4. Aloe vera for Sensitive Skin - Grab some aloe vera gel, cucumber juice, yoghurt and rose oil and blend them to a paste. Apply and leave for around 20 minutes, then rinse it off.

In the carrier of 20 years as a skin therapist and beautician, It has been realised by me that the people are very particular about kind of cosmetic and skin products they are using. It is true and evident that most of the products for skin or beauty related issues have some or the other chemicals in it. And as we have been blessed with natural abundance to take care of our skin and body, we can very easily replace chemical products with the natural ones. I have been asked by all my clients to suggest herbal ways or homemade remedies to overcome skin problems. So, through this platform I will be sharing all sorts of natural ways to keep our skin and body healthy and glowing. It will be really nice if all of you can also share your experiences and feedbacks.