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Remedies and cure for skin tan
Tanning of the skin is a natural process that occurs as a result of exposure to sunlight, and is not something that needs to be “cured” or remedied. In addition, a sun tan is only temporary — if the tan bothers you too much, you can simply reduce your exposure to sunlight, and the tan will gradually fade, leaving your skin at its original color.
Exposure to the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight triggers the production of melanin by skin cells called melanocytes.
Melanin is the pigment that gives your skin its color and also protects you from damage that can occur due to too much sunlight. The more time you spend in the sun, the more melanin will be produced, and the darker your tan will be. There are some natural face packs that you can use — a paste of turmeric powder and lime juice, or sandalwood powder mixed with cucumber and lime juice — but these work gradually, and will not have much effect if you continue to expose your skin to sunlight.
If you minimize your exposure to sunlight, further production of melanin will be stopped, and the existing tan will slowly disappear.
However, note that exposure to sunlight has several benefits, such as production of Vitamin D by the skin. Make sure that in your quest to lighten your skin you do not damage your health.
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