Hi all,
Shaving is the quickest hair removal method and is a weekly affair for many. We love wearing our sleeveless dresses and shaving the underarm becomes a must during the long summer-monsoon times in India. At times, regular shaving causes a dark shadow in our underarm area. In this post, I will tell you about ways to treat this problem. If you want your underarm area to be shadow-free here are a few things that you must do.

Try Natural Bleaches

Use natural bleaching ingredients like potato juice or cucumber juice on the underarm area. Apply the juice all over the area. Let it dry in 20-30 minutes and wash it off. Regular use for a week shows a lot of improvement. Using Vitamin C based products, like lemon or orange, is not recommended. Even though they have bleaching properties, they often irritate the skin and worsen the condition. Try Waxing
Alternating between waxing and shaving can be super effective. Waxing does not leave the shadow or darkness behind. Also, it helps to remove the darkness from the last shaving session. You can try shaving your underarms once or twice followed by waxing. Waxing has a long-lasting effect and thus delays the next waxing or shaving schedule. You can also wax twice a month and shave only in the cases of emergency.
Switch Up Your Deodorant

The skin is a little sensitive immediately after a shaving session. Using any harsh deodorant after that can irritate the skin and darken the area. You must opt for skin-friendly deodorants. Ther...