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Are You Battling With Dark Knuckles? Here is How to Clear Them Naturally

Aug 28, 2019 By Kayode Oseh 9.4K

Dark knuckles occur frequently in people with dark skin. It can be caused by different varieties of things ranging from drug reactions, lack of moisture, vitamin B12 deficiency, as sign of diabetes -but it is frequently caused in many due to skin bleaching. It is something that disrupts skin beauty and can make many sufferers stigmatized due to fear or ridicules. 

There are several ways of solving this problems, but however, the cause of it may determine the required solution. For example, if skin bleaching is the main cause of dark knuckles, then you may want to discontinue that practice so as to effectively manage your complexion.

Here are some simple natural home remedies for effectively tackling the effect of dark knuckles.

Baking soda

Baking soda had been an old family recipe for ages due to it avalanche of functions. It is one of the home remedies for treating dark knuckles.

. Mix baking soda with little amount of water and make into paste -apply to your knuckles for at least 15 to 20 minutes before washing off. Repeat this process daily to get a desired result.

Lemon juice

Lemons are rich in citric acids and vitamin C. If you ever want to lighten up or rejuvenate your skin without any side effects then lemon is worthy of your consideration. It can help you with your knuckle problems, just give it a try.  

. Mix a spoon of lemon juice with sugar and rub your hands vigorously for about 10 t0 15 min. Do this every night before going to bed. The lightening properties of lemon juice, together with the exfoliating properties of sugar would do a lot of magic. Try this daily to get an excellent result. 

Almond-curd treatment

Almonds are rich in protein, essential minerals, and Omega-3 fatty acids. They help nourishes and softens the skin when applied daily.

. Mix crushed almonds with curd and apply the paste on your knuckles. Rub for 10 t0 15 min. This practice, done every day, helps to reduce darkness and makes skin fairer.

Tomatoes and sugar

Tomatoes gives the skin some glows and radiant beauty. It is one of the tricks many people apply when trying to rejuvenate their skin and make it glitter. With the brightening effect of tomatoes coupled with the exfoliating effect of sugar, the odd looks of your dark knuckles will in no time be transformed into a glamorous one.

. Mix tomato juice with sugar and make it into a paste. Apply to your knuckles for at least 15 minutes. Repeat process daily and you will be glad you did. 

Prescription remedies

If these treatments didn't work for you of which I'm quite sure it will, your doctor may prescribe other remedies inform of medication that help tackle hyperpigmentation. This may include;

   Keratolytics, such as topical retinoids
.    Topical vitamin D compounds
.    Oral melatonin



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