Underarm skin problems and darkening, Lighten underarm skin

Darkening of the underarm skin is a common problem. This unsightly condition is generally caused by shaving. Since shaving doe not remove the hair from its roots but merely cuts it of above the skin, the dark thick strands below the surface of your skin make the area seem darker.


Waxing removes the hair right from its roots and so there is no hair under the surface of the skin. This completely eliminates the usual shadow caused by shaving. You can wax your underarms on a regular basis to ensure that your underarm skin remains light.


The only hitch here is that you will have to wait until your hair has grown back sufficiently before you can wax it again. Most women avoid sleeveless shirts during this time. However, if you wish to wear sleeveless clothes regularly, you can buy an epilator. An epilator is an electric appliance that removes hair strands from their roots. The bonus in investing in an epilator is that you completely do away with the mess and hassle of sticky hot wax and washing cloth strips. Although you may be tempted to use a hair removal cream, I would not recommend it. Hair removal creams have all the problems of shaving as it does not remove the hair from its roots. In addition to this, they contain harsh chemicals that will definitely cause your skin to darken with repeated use. Constant friction will also cause your skin to darken, so it would be advisable to use tight blouses for shorter periods of time.

You can apply lemon juice to your underarms regularly to treat darkening. Lemon juice is a natural bleach and will help to lighten your skin colour. If the darkening is pronounced, I would suggest that you use baking soda instead of a deodorant.