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Tanned Skin

A person's skin that has darkened due to exposure to ultraviolet rays of the sun or artificial tanning lamp is called tanned skin. The pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) release melanin (skin color pigment) to protect the skin from the harmful effects of sunrays. Excess sun exposure can result in premature aging, increased risk of cancer, and sunburn.

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Kindly suggest the natural ways followed to remove tan from forehead and neck.

Query: Hi doctor, What are the natural ways followed to remove tan from forehead and neck?  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Use Aloe vera gel two times a day. Take Multani mitti (Fuller's earth) and add a half teaspoon of turmeric powder and sandalwood powder in it. Then make it a paste by adding rose water. Apply it on your face and neck for 10 to 15 minutes and then wash it off using water...  Read Full »

Are Ayurveda beauty products useful for tanned skin?

Query: Hi doctor, I have dry skin. I do not have any health problems, but my skin got tanned and black as I spent most of my time in the sun. My appearance looks more than my age. I want to make my skin fair and glow with the ayurveda products. I have read about a lot of natural beauty products on the inte...  Read Full »


Dr. Rathi Swati Rameshchandra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, what you have heard about Ayurveda skin products are very good, but the product will not be suitable for everyone. I suggest you follow a few things. Massage your face twice weekly with Kumkumadi tailam (Kumkuma, Usheera, Kaaleeya, Laksha). I suggest you make a...  Read Full »

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