7 Natural Remedies for Evening Out a Patchy Tan
Don’t you just hate it when you’ve spent a
day in the sun and end up with an uneven tan? Regardless of whether
you’ve got T-shirt or sunglasses marks, there’s no need to panic – there
are various natural methods that I’m about to show you that will even
out that multicolored tan in no time:
1. Lemon Juice
Before you go ahead and dribble lemon juice
all over your face, note that doing so might ruin the delicate outer
skin layer and cause it to dry up. You can apply lemon juice directly to
other parts of your body, but if it’s your face that’s the problem
area, be sure to dilute the lemon juice with water first. Apply the
mixture to your face, allow to dry, then wash off with cool water.
2. Tomato Pulp
Tomatoes are wonderful for evening out an
uneven tan, especially when applied to the face. Mash a tomato or two
into a pulp, apply it to the affected area, then wash off after 10-15
minutes. Although you won’t see results as quickly as you would using
lemon juice, using tomato pulp is much safer if you happen to have
sensitive skin.
3. Yogurt 
Mix half a teaspoon of turmeric into a
small bowl of chilled yogurt, then apply the mixture to your face or
other affected areas. This method will leave your skin feeling
dewy-fresh, moisturize it and even out any ugly tan marks.
4. Potatoes
You might smell a little starchy, but the
effect is worth it. Simply halve a raw potato, and rub the two slices
onto the affected area to even out your tan. In addition, you can also
use potato slices to get rid of dark circles and puffy eyes.
5. Cucumbers
Cucumbers have very high natural water and
vitamin C content, and this makes them ideal for evening out a suntan or
diminishing the appearance of tan lines. Cut a cucumber into slices,
puree it into a paste and apply to the affected area for 20 minutes
before washing off.
6. Baking Soda
The versatility of baking soda never ceases
to amaze, and you’ll be pleased to know that it can also be used for
evening out an uneven suntan. Simply mix one cup of baking soda with one
tablespoon of sugar and half a cup of water, and use the resulting
mixture to exfoliate in the shower.
7. Black Tea
This last tip is particularly good if you
have sunburn. Make a cup of iced black tea and pour it into a spray
bottle. After you get out of the shower, spritz yourself down. This will
soothe your skin and make your tan lines fade.