Is it true lemon juice lightens your skin tone?

Yes. Lemons can make your skin lighter. In fact, it is one of the oldest Skin Care remedy for lightening the skin. It has large doses of vitamin C and has natural bleaching properties.

The acid in lemons acts as exfoliants - thus, it peels off the first layer of skin, including any other forms of brown spots or skin discoloration.

However, do remember as well that lemons are natural astringents, thus, it can also irritate and dry you skin. In this regard, you should use lemons sparingly in order to prevent skin dryness and irritation.

NOTE: To dilute lemons' astringent qualities, you may opt to mix it with almond oil or olive oil to neutralize its potency.

How to use lemons as skin whitener:

Slice a lemon in half and rub it on your skin, so that its juice is well absorbed. Let the juice stay on the skin for not more than 15 minutes. You can repeat the process, in case you do not get the desired results in the first time.

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