due to frequent shaving my armpits have become dark...how can i lighten them?

Answer 1

use best shave lotion......even though it ll dark nothing to do

Answer 2

Here are some tips on finally having white armpits...

The most common cause of darkening of the armpits is in the anatomy, the rubbing of the armpits against each other.

Another common cause: shaving and plucking. Every time you shave or pluck, you cause micro abrasions. When healed, these wounds cause darkening. You may not be aware of these, but you can easily confirm it by putting alcohol on your underarms after you pluck or shave. It's going to be very painful because of the abrasions. Shaving and plucking can also cause armpit hair to stand straight up and enlarge hair follicles, making your armpit take on the appearance of chicken skin.

Waxing can also cause trauma to the skin, although the burn may be slight.

Some deodorants also cause an allergy and irritate your skin which results to dark armpits.

There are also other less common causes, like skin asthma. Extra weight also aggravates pigmentation and darkens some areas of the body, including the nape, underarms, and back of the knees.

So, what is the most effective and safest way to treat dark underarms? The best answer would be to visit your dermatologist, because you need an expert to tell you what's causing the darkening and the most effective way to achieve white armpits.

Armpit peeling is just one of the treatments being done by the dermatologist. A peeling solution is used to remove the outer layer of the skin. After the peeling is done, you need to put bleaching agents for applying every night at home.

Another treatment is armpit bleaching. Some people go straight to this treatment, but it is strongly recommended by dermatologists that one has to undergo peeling first before the bleaching.

If you want an inexpensive natural whitening agent, use lemons. These are natural sources of vitamin C. Alum also works for controlling sweat and may lighten the skin a bit. But use this with caution as it may irritate the skin of some women. Below are some techniques:

* Leave-on Lemon and Alum - Cut lemon crosswise and remove seeds. After taking a bath, rub the lemon on the armpit. Then, using a circular motion, rub powdered alum on armpits. Leave on.

* Lemon and Honey with Alum - Mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon honey. Apply mixture to the armpits. Let it stay for about 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Do this before taking a bath. You may also pat on some powdered alum afterward.

Your underarms may go back to its normal skin tone with treatments like bleaching, but to maintain it, you will have to eliminate all the other factors causing skin to darken. If your deodorant is irritating your skin, ditch it in the trash can now. Laser hair removal is also an option to avoid plucking and shaving, and it promises to rid you of unwanted hair for the rest of your life. It can even smoothen underarm skin.-

Answer 3

I dont think so. Men like being men. Hair under the armpits is a normal thing for guys. Its proof that theyre masculine. Ever wonder why teenage boys check their armpits (among other regions) for hair? Its a sign that your growing up and becoming a man. On top of that, shaving causes hairs to thicken and grow faster. Majority of men are not going to want to deal with that on top of their faces (and for some other regions). Plus men sweat in their armpits a lot. Hair growing back in itches like crazy, add sweat to that and its not a happy situation. So no i dont think so. It wont become mainstream.

Answer 4

Apply lemon juice before bath, leave it on for sometime. Within two weeks you will see lightening of the dark area.

Answer 5

Best way to lighten your skin is "Bleach"..Use a bleach for sensitive skin and apply for 15 mins then wash off..It can make ur skin lighter by 2 shades..

Answer 6

try diana stalder products the underarm whitening peeling set and their products are very effective. In just 7 days you will see the result and it really whitens it and if you want use the whitening roll on from diana stalder. Their products are very well known in the philippines and also all over the world...please check customers testimonials...

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Answer 7

it's not due to shaving...it's a skin disease...it may go away on its own and it may not...ask your dr what you can do to fix it...there are antibotics that will help you...

Answer 8

use talcum powder or any antifungal powder immediately after u have taken bath n towel dried your self....... and for a few days don't spray deodorant directly on the skin but rather spray it on the cloths........

Answer 9

I use clear deodorant, then 'shower to shower' deodorant body powder. It will help because it is white.

Answer 10

Not due to shaving but fungus attack. keep the area clean ,dry and odorless.