How to remove black underarm and knees - #26228
My body colour is fair but the armpit area,behind the neck and knees are blackish. Which feels uncomfortable. How can I atleast keep them clean? Which ayurvedic techniques should I use to detan my body.
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Many people face the concern of dark patches around the armpits, neck, and knees, even if the rest of their skin is fair. This usually happens due to accumulated toxins (Ama), friction, lack of exfoliation, hormonal imbalance, or even use of harsh chemical deodorants and soaps. Here is the prescription - 1. Avipattikar Churna – 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime 2. Manjishthadi Kwath – 20 ml twice daily after meals with equal water 3. Triphala Churna – 1 tsp with warm water at night 4. Local application daily before bath Mix - besan (2tsp) + haldi (1/4tsp)+ ystimadhu powder(1tsp) with raw milk or rose water make a paste apply for 15min scrub gently while washing off 5. Lemon + honey equal parts for 10 min 2-3 times a week 6. Kumkumadi taila massage at night daily
Drink plenty of water with lemon to detoxify, include green vegetables, amla, beetroot to diet. Avoid scrubing to hard or wearing any chain or ornament or necklash
Hi Harsh This is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…you just apply NALPAMDRADI TAILA over area and massage it before bath Rx- T Arogyavardini vati 1-0-1after food… T.gandaka rasayana 1-0-1 after food
Don’t worry harsh, Start taking1.Mahamanjishthadi kwath 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. 2.Amlaki choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water twice in a day. 3.Mulethi choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water. twice in a day. **Apply paste of Raktachandana powder +Mulethi powder +Manjishtha powder… And wash it off with cold water… **Daily Massage with NALPAMARADI OIL… Follow up after 2 months.
After 15 days, Start taking Aarogyavardhini vati 1-0-1.
Detox drink:-
Divya SARWAKALP KWATH=200gm Divya KAYAKALP KWATH=100GM…MIX ALL IN A JAR TAKE 1 TSP BOIL 200ML OF WATER TILL REDUCES 100ML STRAINS AND TAKE EMPTY STOMACH TWICE DAILY
DIVYA MAHAMANJISRIST DIVYA KHADIRARIST=2-2 TSP EACH WITH SAME AMOUNT OF WATER AFTER MEALS TWICE DAILY
ALOEVERA JEL.MIX WITH KUMKUMADI OIL…AND APPLY ON AFFECTED AREA AT NIGHT AND WASH EARLY MORNING …
YOU ARE DEFINITELY CURED
Masoor dal powder along with turmeric besan sandalwood powder make a paste and apply over the darkened area Leave for 15 minutes n wash off with water Do this weekly 3 times
Take mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water Make a paste of turmeric powder+ besan + chandan powder mix with curds and apply on affected area. Keep for 15 minutes and rub the paste and wash with clean water. Apply at night kumkumadi oil on the affected area.keep overnight.
HELLO HARSH,
In Ayurveda, skin discolouration is often linked to -imbalanced pitta and kapha doshas -accumulation of ama(toxins) due to improper diet and lifestyle -friction of blocked sweat glands causing localised discolouration
STEP BY STEP MANAGEMENT
1) DAILY CLEANSING AND EXFOLIATION Use mild ayurvedic ubtans 3-4 times a week to remove dead skin and toxins
mix the following -2 tsp besan(gram flour) - 1 tsp turmeric powder(raw turmeric or Kasturi manual preferred) -1 tsp sandalwood powder-cooling and lightening -2 tsp milk or rose water to make a paste add a few drops of lemon juice- 2-3 drops
-apply to underarms, knees, and neck -leave for 15-20 minutes -gently scrub while washing off
2) NATURAL DE- TANNING REMEDIES
KUMKUMADI TAILAM -apply 2-3 drops on dark areas at night. massage gently -coontains sandalwood, saffron, manjistha= all excellent for pigmentation and brigthening
ALOE VERA AND LEMON PASTE -mix fresh aloe vera gel with few drops os lemon juice -apply leave for 15 minutes, then rise -use 2-3 times/week
3) INTERNAL DETOXIFICATION To eliminate ama and balance pitta/kapha
-MANJISHTA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =detoxifying and skin purification
-TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =mild laxatives, clears toxins from the gut
-NEEM CAPSULES= 1 cap after lunch =anti bacterial and helps clear skin
4) EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS -lodra Churna- 1 tsp -manjistha churna- 1 tsp -sariva churna- 1 tsp =mix with rose water or honey for topical applications 2-3 times/week
5) BATHING -bathe using multani mitti + sandalwood powder+ rose water -avoid harsh soaps and chemical deodrants -use alum stone post bath for underarms-natural deodoriser and skin tonner
DIET AND LIFESTYLE -warm, freshly cooked meals -bitter, astringent, and light foods -leafy greens, turmeric, lentils -stay hydrated= 8-10 glasses water / day -exercise moderately to promote circulation
AVOID -spicy,fermented and oily foods -caffeine and alcohol -synthentic deodorants can cause pigmentation over time
AYUREDIC FORMULATIONS(OPTIONAL USE) -vicco tuemric cream= herbal, helps with pigmentation -Kumkumadi taila= buy only kottakal, kama ayurveda or kerala ayurveda brand -chandanadi taila= for cooling and brightening the skin
Result take consistent application over 4-6 weeks especially with natural therapies.
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Simple Remedies
1. Prepare paste from turmeric and milk of Calotropis procera, apply on the affected area.
2. Apply the paste prepared from turmeric & sandal wood with rose water.
3. Apply the paste of Terminalia Arjuna.
4. Make a paste of nutmeg (Jaiphal) with raw milk. Apply on affected area for 20 minutes.
1.Arogyavardhini rasa-500mg +gandhaka rasayana-500mg +khadira Churna-2gm +nimbadi Churna-2gm- half hour after taking food 3 times a day with manjishtadi kwath
2.Manjishtadi Taila or Kumku-madi Taila (external) 2 times
3.Syrup- raktashodhaka-20ml after food 2 times
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya: Nutritious food, relaxation techniques
Apathya: Stress, tension, anxiety, awakening at night, and exposure sunlight
To address the darkness in your underarm, neck, and knees, Ayurvedic principles can offer some practical solutions. In Ayurveda, discolaration often connects to aggravated doshas, particularly Pitta and Kapha. Let’s work on balancing your internal and external environment.
One cause may be excess friction or sweat; wearing loose, cotton clothing can help reduce irritation. When it comes to detanning, natural exfoliation is key. Create a gentle scrub using chickpea flour (besan) mixed with a pinch of turmeric and curd. Apply this paste to the affected areas, leave it for about 10-15 minutes, and then wash off with warm water. This routine, when done 2-3 times a_week, can help lighten the skin tone gradually.
Additionally, oil massage can be very beneficial. Use coconut or sesame oil with a few drops of sandalwood oil. Massage gently before a shower, allowing the oils to penetrate the skin. You can leave the oil on for about 20 minutes before rinsing it off. Regular oil massage helps in reducing skin dryness and maintaining optimal moisture — a recommendation straight out of sutras.
Pay attention to your diet, as well. Include foods that balance Pitta and Kapha, like bitter gourd, leafy greens, and pumpkin. Avoiding processesed foods, excess sugar, and hot and spicy items can help reduce skin issues related to Pitta imbalance.
To enhance metabolism and aid detoxification, drink warm water with lemon and honey in the morning. This can aid your digestion and improve skin complexion over time.
Lastly, do ensure good hydration and adequate rest, which are often overlooked but critical for balanced skin health. By addressing these areas holistically, utilizing the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda, you may notice gradual improvement in the skin color of underarms, neck, and knees.
Darkening of areas like the armpits, behind the neck, and knees often indicates an imbalance in the body’s doshas, especially an uneven distribution of vata and kapha. Accumulation of sweat, friction, poor circulation, and even dietary factors like excessive intake of salty or spicy food could contribute to this issue. Let’s look at some Siddha-Ayurvedic ways to address this.
First, focus on improving local circulation and exfoliation. Use a gentle paste made from chickpea flour (besan), a pinch of turmeric, and milk. Mix these into a paste and apply to the affected areas. Leave it on for 15 minutes before gently scrubbing and rinsing off. This should be done 2-3 times per week. Turmeric helps to even out skin tone, while chickpea flour acts as a natural exfoliant.
Incorporate certain herbal oils that can balance excessive vata and kapha and rejuvenate the skin. A daily massage using kumkumadi oil can improve skin texture and hue over time. Warm a few drops and massage it gently onto darkened areas, leaving it on overnight whenever possible.
Additionally, aim to include more skin-friendly foods in your diet. Increase intake of fresh fruits, leafy greens, and hydrating foods to nourish the dhatus and enhance circulation. Reduce heavy, oily, or very spicy foods that could aggravate kapha.
Hydration also plays a key role. Sip on water infused with herbs like coriander or fennel seeds throughout the day to not only hydrate the skin but also to aid detoxification.
If these methods do not lead to improvement, or if you notice the areas becoming more aggressive or experiencing symptoms like itching or discomfort, it is crucial to consult with a healthcare professional to rule out any underlying health condition like acanthosis nigricans, which might require more specific medical intervention.
Remember, these remedies should harmonize with your daily routine, without inducing any distress. Avoid harsh chemicals and synthetic products, focusing on gentle, consistent care instead.
HELLO HARSH,
These dark areas are often due to friction, sweat buildup, pigmentation, or poor exfoliation, ayurveda remedies
HERBAL SCRUB= weekly use -besan - 2 tsp -turmeric- a pinch -sandalwood powder- 1 tsp -raw milk - enough to make paste
HOW TO USE -apply to dark areas -let it sit for 10-15 mins, then scrub gently and rinse -do 2-3 times a week
2) KUMKUMADI TAILA= daily at night -apply 2-3 drops to affected areas at night -gently massage and leave overnight -it helps improve skin tone and texture over time
3) LEMON+HONEY PACK-alternate days -lemon juice 1 tsp -honey 1 tsp
-apply leave for 10 min and rinse
ALOE VERA GEL- apply daily
AVOID -harsh deodorants and shaving -moisturirize with coconut oil -wear loose, breathable clothes to reduce friction
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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