Dark skin remedies

Dark skin remedies

The skin on intimate areas like the inner thigh and underarms normally tends to be darker than the skin on the rest of the body. The colour of the skin in this region is usually dependent on your skin shade and ethnic background. Darkening of skin may also occur if you are overweight and your thighs rub together constantly while you are walking or running.


To avoid any darkening due to your thighs rubbing together, try and loose some weight. You can also wear boxer shorts or leggings to protect your thighs. Use baby powder on your thighs for more protection.


For more information, consult your family doctor or dermatologist.

You can also use a cream that contains 2% hydroquinone which is a skin lightening ingredient. After using this cream regularly for a few months, the scars might fade completely. However, you should always test the cream on a small part of your body, such as your elbow, before using it freely to ensure that your skin doesn't react badly to it. In addition, if you have dark spots on your inner thighs, it is quite likely that you might be suffering from a rash. Consult a doctor immediately to diagnose the cause of the rash and seek advice on how to avoid calluses in this region.