How to Get Rid of Dark Knees and Elbows Naturally at Home?

Turmeric

1. In India, turmeric, also called Haldi, has been used for over 2500 years as a dye and spice.
2. Haldi is one of nature's most potent healers gifted to us. It imparts to our skin a light yellow colour. Haldi has been considered beneficial for the skin for centuries in Ayurveda as it enhances the skin tone and relieves acne and blemishes.
3. Turmeric has several other properties, such as antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, etc., that may benefit skin health.
4. It provides a golden glow to the skin and makes it healthy by smoothening it, lowering inflammation, preventing pimples, etc.
5. Regular use may make the skin smooth and soft. You can apply a turmeric paste mixed with sandalwood or besan (chickpea flour) to your knees and elbows to lighten and even out the skin tone of these areas. 

Lemon juice

1. Lemon has several benefits for our body, and one of the significant benefits is improved skin health when consumed or applied.
2. It rejuvenates the skin, keeps it shiny, reduces body odour, and protects it from infections due to a high amount of flavonoids and vitamin C.
3. Vitamin C and flavonoids are class 1 antioxidants, disinfectants, and antibiotics. When applied to the skin, the acids in the lemon juice cleanse away the dead cells.
4. To begin with, squeeze some lemon and evenly apply the lemon juice over your knees and elbows. Leave it on the skin for 10-15 minutes,  and wash it off with water.
5. You might see some great results by doing this regularly. 

Sandalwood

1. Sandalwood, also called Chandan, has anti-ageing and anti-tanning properties. It enhances the skin’s complexion and keeps it fair and healthy.
2. It is a useful ayurvedic herb that can rejuvenate and restore wrinkled skin owing to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
3. Make a paste using Chandan powder and a little turmeric. Apply this paste over your knees and elbows. Leave this paste on for 10 minutes and rinse it off with water. 

Potato

1. Potato contains catecholase, an enzyme that helps eliminate dark spots and brighten skin. Potatoes are considered a natural bleaching agent that lightens the skin.
2. Smashed potatoes or the water in which the potatoes are washed may be used for cleaning and softening the skin, mostly the elbows and back of the hands.
3. Apply some grated raw potato on your knees and elbows, and let it rest for 30 minutes; later, rinse it with water.
4. Also, you can apply a mixture of potato and lemon juice to the affected area (knees or elbows) to lighten the skin naturally.

Tomato

1. Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants and act as natural bleaching agents that whiten the skin.
2. They aid in removing dead skin cells, stimulate collagen production, and may soothe skin inflammation.
3. They cleanse and exfoliate dead skin cells and brighten the complexion. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a carotenoid with potent anti-cancer and antioxidant properties.
4. Lycopene aids in reducing the harmful effects of UV light on the skin.
5. Cut a few tomato pieces and rub them over your knees and elbows. Leave them for 20 minutes and rinse them off with water. 

Green tea

1. Green tea, also called Camellia sinensis, is extensively used in cosmetic products, primarily for skin-lightening.
2. It contains a polyphenolic compound called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (ECGC), an essential compound in green tea.
3. It has been shown to have skin-lightening properties as it interferes with the mechanism of melanin production due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.
4. To benefit from this home remedy, brew some green tea and use cotton to dab it over your elbows and knees. You can apply this tea regularly to get the best results. 

Yoghurt

1. Yoghurt promotes skin health. The fermentation process in milk converts lactose to lactic acid.
2. This lactic acid has been used topically for years and is known to lower hyperpigmentation and rejuvenate sun-damaged skin. Therefore, yoghurt might help you get rid of dark knees and elbows. First, take some curd and add a little honey or besan.
3. Apply this mixture over your elbows and knees. Further, wash it off with water.

Aloe vera

1. Aloe vera has countless skin benefits and is widely used in the cosmetic industry.
2. The plant is reported to have great potential in skin-lightening, mainly due to aloesin, a bioactive compound that may help enhance skin complexion.
3. In addition, it blocks several enzymes involved in melanin production. You can apply aloe vera on your knees and elbow before bedtime and rinse it with lukewarm water in the morning. 

Oatmeal

1. Oatmeal, also called Avena sativa, is a unique cereal with a long history of treating skin conditions due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
2. Phenolic esters, including avenaceous in oat, structurally belong to saponins. Saponins produce soap-like action that helps to cleanse and soothe the skin. It also acts as a good moisturiser for sensitive or dry skin.
3. You can prepare a mixture of oatmeal with a bit of honey and apply it over your knees and elbows. Later wash it off with lukewarm water.