7 natural home remedies to get rid of summer tan

A few hours spent out in the sun in this extreme season may result in dull, uneven and tanned skin. While a tan naturally fades away after some time, some common ingredients from your kitchen can be used to accelerate tan removal, make skin brighter and more refreshing. These are simple remedies that you can prepare and use. Repeat 2-3 times a week to see results.

This is an old home remedy which cleanses your skin while turmeric brightens. Mix 2 tablespoons besan, a pinch of turmeric and a sufficient amount of water or yogurt to form a paste. Apply for 15-20 minutes and then gently scrub while washing off.

Coffee granules can provide a natural scrub that can remove dead skin cells and refresh the skin. Mix 1 tablespoon of coffee powder with yogurt or honey to make a paste and scrub gently for 2-3 minutes. Let it sit for 10 minutes and wash it off with cool water.

Lemon possesses natural acids which might help remove the dead cells and honey is known for its moisturizing properties and can soothe your skin. Mix 1 tablespoon honey with 1 teaspoon lemon juice and apply on tanned skin for 10-15 minutes and wash it off with lukewarm water.

The antioxidant richness of tomatoes can possibly help to reduce any pigmentation or redness caused due to sun. Mash one ripe tomato and apply the pulp on your skin. Leave it on for 15 minutes and wash it off.

The cooling element of cucumber can refresh the skin that is exposed to the sun, reducing dryness. Blend or grate one cucumber and take out the juice. Apply using a cotton ball on the tanned skin for 15 minutes and rinse off.

Natural enzymes found in papaya can gently exfoliate dead skin cells, and honey keeps your skin moisturized. Mash a few pieces of papaya with one tablespoon of honey and apply this mixture on the tanned skin for 15-20 minutes and wash it off thoroughly.

The enzymes present in the potato might improve the look of uneven skin tone. Grate one potato, squeeze out the juice and apply on the tanned areas for 10-15 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.