Here are some simple home remedies that you can do to lighten the skin tone
and get a lighter complexion. However, they must be done regularly and best
results are obtained if they are inculcated as a part of daily routine.

Mix 1tsp of milk powder, 1 tsp of honey, 1 tsp of lemon juice, and ½ tsp of almond
oil. Apply on face and wash off after 10-15 minutes. This pack helps bring
shine to the skin and also removes tan.

Mix oatmeal with curd and tomato juice and apply on the face. Keep it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with cold
water. It helps remove the tan and lightens the skin.

Place sliced raw potatoon the face. It helps reduce blemishes and other marks.

Applying turmeric powder along with lime juice removes the tan. Lime juice is natural bleach.

Dried orange peels mixed with curd also help reduce blemishes and scars. Wash
off this mixture with cold water after 15 minutes.

Soak 4 almonds overnight. Grind into a fine paste using milk. Apply on face and neck and leave it
overnight. Wash with cold water in the morning. Do this daily for 15 days,
followed by twice a week.

A tbsp of gram flour mixed with 2 tsp of raw milk and 2-3 drops of lime juice works well for lightening dark skin. Apply this mixture and leave it for 15 minutes before washing off. Repeat for 4 weeks and follow
up with once a week.

Apply a paste of fresh ground mint leaves and leave it for
about 20 minutes. Wash with cold water, continue for 15 days.

Apply a mixture of grated tomato with 2-3 drops of lime juice on the face. Leave it for 20
minutes before washing off. Do this twice a day for 15-20 days for best
results.