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Due to continuous exposure to strong sunlight, harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, dust and sweat, the skin of the face as well as hands and feet is most affected. We regularly use sunscreen and lotion on the face, but due to neglect on the hands and feet, the level of melanin increases on them and a deep layer of stubborn tanning (Sun Tan) gets deposited.

Often expensive bleaches and parlor treatments are full of chemicals, which lighten the skin for some time but later make it more dry and sensitive. If your hands and feet have also turned black due to the sun, then these 5 natural and safe household items present in the kitchen can remove the tanning from the roots and bring back the original glow of the skin.

Used in Indian homes for centuries, this concoction is considered to be most effective in removing tanning and deeply cleansing the skin.

• Method of making: Make a thick paste by mixing half a teaspoon of musk turmeric and 2 teaspoons of fresh curd in 2 tablespoons of gram flour.

• Method of use: Apply this pack evenly on hands and feet and let it dry for 15 to 20 minutes. When it dries slightly, sprinkle lukewarm water and wash it off while scrubbing gently in circular motion.

• Benefit: Gram flour removes dead skin cells, turmeric improves the complexion of the skin and the lactic acid present in curd lightens the tanning and makes the skin soft.

Lemon is considered to be nature's most powerful bleaching agent, containing high amounts of Vitamin C and citric acid.

• Method of making: Mix 1 teaspoon pure honey with 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice and mix well.

• Method of use: Apply this mixture on the tanning area with the help of a cotton pad and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. After this clean it with plain water.

• Benefit: Lemon cuts away stubborn darkness and pigmentation rapidly, while honey deeply moisturizes and nourishes sunburnt skin.

Coffee powder accelerates the blood circulation of the skin and immediately removes the dead skin and dirt accumulated on the surface.

• Method of making: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground coffee with 1 teaspoon of extra virgin coconut oil and half a teaspoon of powdered sugar.

• Method of use: Before bathing, rub this scrub on wet hands and feet with light pressure for 3 to 4 minutes. After this wash with lukewarm water.

• Benefit: The antioxidants present in coffee remove skin tanning and coconut oil eliminates dryness and makes the skin glowing.

'Lycopene' is found in abundance in tomatoes, which is the most effective antioxidant in healing the skin from sunburn and UV damage.

• Method of making: Grate half ripe tomato and extract its juice and add 2 spoons of raw cold milk to it.

• Method of use: Apply this mixture on the affected skin and leave it until it dries (about 15 minutes). Then wash with cold water.

• Benefit: It acts as a natural toner, lightening dark spots and tightening the skin pores.

If there is burning, itching and blackness on hands and feet due to sunlight, then the combination of aloe vera and lentils shows magical effect.

• Method of making: Mix 2 spoons of fresh aloe vera gel and a few drops of rose water in 1 spoon of finely ground lentil powder.

• Method of use: Apply this paste on hands, wrists and feet. Wash with water after 15 minutes.

• Benefit: Masoor dal perfectly polishes the skin and aloe vera gel soothes sunburn and restores the natural color of the skin.

• Regular use of sunscreen: Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher on the face as well as exposed parts of the hands and feet at least 20 minutes before leaving the house.

• Full-coverage clothing and gloves: Wear cotton sun-protection gloves while riding a two-wheeler in bright sunlight.

• Nighttime Moisturization: Before sleeping at night, wash your hands and feet thoroughly and massage them with aloe vera gel or almond oil for 2 minutes so that the skin cells can be repaired overnight.