- Rub the lemon rind on your skin; it's cleansing.
- Exfoliate well every day in the shower.
- Drink plenty of water and green tea; the antioxidants in the tea exfoliate the skin from the inside.
- A key ingredient in some skin whitening creams is lactic acid. Use milk instead; it's cheaper, and almost always in the household.
- Mix milk and flour into a face mask; leave on for 15 minutes.
- Avoid over-the-counter lightening creams. They use harsh chemicals.