Socialite Vera Sidika at a past function. (Photo/thisisafrica.me)
There are different skin lightening products on the market. However, not all these products work. You can take advantage of natural skin lightening techniques to change your look. Here are five ways to lighten your skin naturally;
Strawberry
It contains vitamin c nutrients that help in whitening the skin. Strawberry is one of global superfood. The nutrients help to improve the smoothness of the skin.
Eggs
Eggs boost the production of new skin cells. It contains zeaxanthin and amino acid that protects your skin from direct rays of the sun.
Lemon
It contains Ascorbic acid that fights against free radical that causes aging skin. Cut lemon into two pieces. Squeeze it into a glass of warm water and add sweetness to the lemon. Add honey instead of sugar to make it effective.
Pineapple
It’s a fruit that whitens skin. It contains vitamin c that improves the smoothness of the skin.It also has enzymes that reduce age spots. Cut the pineapple into four pieces and rub it gently in your skin for whitening skin.
Avocado
Avocado has fats that maintain the moisture of the skin. Eating avocado helps in preventing wrinkles in the skin.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes have vitamin c that helps in tightening of your skin and making them look brighter. Eating tomatoes regularly makes your skin glow.