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my underarms are not bright white but quite dark. is there any ointment or something i can apply?
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There are tons of things you can do to lighten your underarm skin.
You have to consider how it got darker in the first place though. It isn't natural for it to develop into something "quite dark" compared to the rest of your skin in most healthy humans.
It's a big sign of diabetes actually. Make sure to get you regular check-ups. If I were you, I might even ask the doctor to run a quick thyroid test to make sure things are functioning properly. It doesn't hurt to make sure you're in good health.
It might also be a sign of something called acanthosis nigricans. It's, basically, a form of insulin resistance. With this problem you might notice the darkening around your neck and places where your skin folds or touches (backs of knees, etc.) You should see a doctor immediately if you suspect this may be the cause.
It could be your deodorant that has stained your skin. I noticed when I used the stick kinds of deodorant it was hard to scrub off. It sort-of sealed my skin in from the water--which is what it is suppose to do. Try switching to a roll-on for awhile and see if things improve over time. My roll-on does not contain aluminum so that might even be the answer for you. I purchase it from places like Wal-Mart and it's called Naturally Fresh Roll On Deodorant. It's affordable, works great, and had a nice smell.
In the meantime, scrub your armpits well. You can actually use a pumice stone on this area and scrub gently with it to remove dead skin and old bits of deodorant that won't come off with regular soap, water, and a washcloth.
If you're a woman, remember to shave frequently but lightly. You might also want to dip two cotton balls into some alcohol and clean off your underarm area after you get out of the shower. It can help to kill off any germ that might be causing the discoloration.
As for creams, they probably won't offer a permanent solution so you might have to keep repurchasing to keep results. Skin bleaching creams are not permanent if you don't figure out what is causing the discoloration first. Right now there are quite a few on the market. The best reviews do seem to be from a product called Mayfair 1 Week Whitening Armpit Cream.
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