Get rid of strawberry legs at home with these remedies

Comedones, also known as 'strawberry legs' are dark spots that appear on the site of hair follicles on the legs. It resembles the texture of the skin of strawberry, hence the umbrella term 'strawberry legs.' These are mostly hair follicles or enlarged pores that contains oil, bacteria and dead skin.

Updated on: May 31, 2021 4:59 PM IST

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One of the major causes of strawberry legs is improper shaving. Here are a few ways to get rid of them at home. (Unsplash)

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Exfoliation: Scrubbing 1-2 times a week will help get rid of all the dead skins and bacteria. To make a scrubber at home, you will need 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of almond or olive oil, 3-4 drops of clove oil. Mix all the ingredients well, apply it on wet legs, scrub for a few minutes and rinse. (Instagram/simplystripped_)

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Egg whites and lemon juice: Egg whites help tighten the skin whereas lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent. Mix 1 egg white with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and apply it all over your legs. Leave it on for 5-10 minutes then rinse. (Unsplash)

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Ground coffee: This is another great exfoliator for your skin. Mix 1/2 a cup of ground coffee with 1/2 a cup of palm sugar and 1/4 cup of coconut oil and stir well. Scrub it on your skin for a few minutes then rinse with cold water. (File image)

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Aloe vera: Massage the gel gently on your legs for a minute or 2, leave it for 10 minutes and rinse with cold water. This is a great moisturiser and will leave your skin nourished. (Unsplash)

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Rose water and cucumber: Cucumber is rich in Vitamin C and has anti-inflammatory properties. Rosewater, on the other hand, calms the skin and opens clogged pores. Take the juice of 1 cucumber, add a few drops of rose water to it and apply it to your skin. Leave it for 10-15 minutes then rinse with cold water. (Unsplash)

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Moisturise: If you do not want dull-looking skin then moisturising is a must. Make sure to use a good moisturiser every day after shower. (Unsplash)

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Baking soda: This has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It will exfoliate the skin and make it smooth. Make a paste of 1 tablespoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon of water and apply it evenly all over your legs. Leave it for 4-5 minutes and rinse with cold water. (Unsplash)