Are you struggling with a stubborn sun tan?

Do those uneven patches and dark spots hamper your confidence?

48% of the people avoid a beach vacation due to the sun tan fear, and the number accounts more for women than men. As the summer is brimming, the problem of sun tan has become common.

Table of Content:

  • Natural Ways to Remove Suntan
  • Ways to Remove Suntan in 1 day
  • Frequently Asked Questions

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But why struggle with sun tan when you have some simple and quick ways to get rid of it? If you are still looking for some practical ways to combat your sun tan, this blog post will surely be an excellent rescue for you!


How to Reduce Sun Tan Naturally?

There are many ways to prevent sun tanning, and you should avoid spending prolonged periods outdoors during peak hours of the day. Removal of sun tan is a time-taking process; however, specific methods are more effective than others depending on the skin type. 

As the body sheds the old cells and replaces them to get the new ones, the tan lines fade over time, becoming unnoticeable. 


5 Natural and Proven Ways To Get Rid of Sun Tan Faster

Here are the some  proven remedies to get rid of sun tan faster:

1. Using Baking Soda

The combination of baking soda and water is proven effective in removing the sun-tan buildup over the skin. The key is to remove the outer layer of the skin by using excellent exfoliators like baking soda that considerably reduces the appearance of tan lines. You should scrub the paste of baking soda (baking soda + water) in a circular motion. In a few days, you may notice a visible difference.

However, for sensitive skin types, this remedy is a bit risky. Many people are unaware that their skin is sensitive to baking soda, and thus it may lead to skin irritation. 

2. Using Honey and Lime Juice

The bleaching effect of lime makes it an excellent solution for your sun-tan pack. Take equal quantities of honey and lime juice and mix them. Apply this paste for 15 minutes over your face and hands and rinse with cold water. 

Your skin will be soft and smooth due to honey, while lime ensures the bleaching effects on sun tan to add a radiance glow to your face. It would help if you considered repeating the process only once a week. After the first application, you will get noticeable results.  

3. Tomato Juice, Masoor dal and 

Aloe Vera  face mask 

 Masoor dal and tomato juice have proven benefits in removing the sun tan, while Aloe Vera is a medicinal plant with renowned benefits. Take some soaked masoor dal and grind it coarsely. Mix 2 spoons of tomato juice and aloe vera pulp. Apply this face pack generously to your face and leave it for 30 minutes. Rinse off with cold water, and you will get visible results after 2-3 such applications.  

4. Using Ubtan – Traditional Indian Facepack

‘Ubtan’ is a traditional Indian Facepack that has been used for ages to enhance the skin radiance and remove sun tan. It is made from Bengal gram flour, turmeric, and milk and can work against  strong sun tanning. Take 2 spoons of gram flour, some rose water, a pinch of turmeric, and unpasteurized milk to make Ubtan. You can add a few drops of lemon juice as it will act as a bleaching agent. Once the pack is  dried, gently scrub with your hands to remove the dead layer of skin. Use cold water to wash your face, 

5. Green Coffee Scrub Exfoliator

One of the safest  and effective ways to get rid of sun tan is to use a our  Raw Green coffee foaming scrub. Green coffee is a power house of antioxidants thus act as natural exfoliator that removes dead skin cells and revitalizes your skin deeply. Green Coffee Scrub by Natures Lavish SkiinCare is enriched with argan oil, shea butter, walnut, and French Green Clay.

This scrub not only exfoliates the tan skin gently but also moisturizes the skin to make it appear smooth and supple. It is a paraben-free formula containing natural plant-derived ingredients that give you desired results. 

Here are some incredible benefits of using this Green Coffee natural scrub:

  • Besides being an excellent exfoliator, green coffee is proven to be effective in controlling pigmentation and reducing suntan.
  • Green Coffee scrub is also helps in lightening the skin that lowers the impact of sun tan.
  • Green Coffee helps in boosting    Collagen Production. Collagen is the building block for beautiful, radiant and youthful skin.
  • There are various researches supporting that coffee grounds SFE inhibits melanin synthesis in α-MSH-stimulated B16F10 cells, to help you get rid of skin darkening. 

Green Coffee Scrub by Natures Lavish SkiinCare is a deep exfoliator that removes the impurities underneath the skin.You don’t need to use any cleanser / soap separately as it contain coconut derived gentle foaming cleanser . This scrub served as a one-stop solution for  various skin is problems . 

It is the safest & easiest way to get rid of sun tan as it is free from chemicals or any other possible skin irritants. 


How To Get Rid Of Stubborn Sun Tan in 1 week 

Here are some of the quickest ways to get rid of Suntan:

1. Skin Lightening Products

Another promising method to fade your tan is using skin lighteners. The products contain the ingredients like Vitamin C, Azelaic Acid, Retinoids, Kojic Acid, and Retinoids to lighten the appearance of skin tanning. 

You should consult a dermatologist to use such skin-lightening products for prolonged usage.

2. Chemical Peels

Another effective method to get rid of prolonged and stubborn sun tan is the chemical peel. Chemicals such as azelaic acid, glycolic peel, and lactic peel are effective ways to remove the sun tan.

These methods may yield short-term results but can give side effect to  your skin in the long run and are not pocket friendly. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • How long does it take to see the result?: It depends upon the intensity of the sun exposure and the frequency of application. Generally, it takes about two to three weeks to see the result with natural remedies. With chemical treatments, you get faster results, but they can be detrimental to your skin in the long term and not pocket friendly .
  • Is it safe to use green coffee scrub on my face?: Yes, it is safe to use Green coffee scrub on any part of the body, including the face as it contain very gentle and soft scrubbing beads that are gentle on skin surface. 
  • What if I have oily or acne-prone skin?: All the packs suggested above are ideal for all skin types. Coming to oil skin, green coffee scrub includes a deep cleanser to remove access oil from the skin pores and its clean pores n grim deeply.


Key Takeaway

Sun tan is standard, but an effective remedy can give you a good escape. I recommend using suggested natural remedies, especially with a green coffee scrub, to get visible results in 1-2 applications. 

So, next time you encounter a sun tan on your beach vacation, don't worry these helpful remedies are just a click away!