Dark/Dirty underarms!

I've just realised that my underarm is rather dark. Are there any products available in the market for whitening my underarm? I can't wear sleeveless unless I clear it up! Anyone knows why is gets darker? Is it because of the deodorant that I use or because I an't scrubbing hard enuff? :mad:

Reply 1

Glory

could be sun burn damage. Skin is very delicate there so i wouldnt recommend scrubbing it to hard.

Reply 2

Nutter

Dark is relative, so many it's just a perception of your mind, and you're actually perfectly normal.

Go consult a professional if you're deeply concerned, but I can't imagine a dark underarm being a symptom of any significant health problem.

Reply 3

WokSz

Go see a skin specialist as they will be much more helpful than we are. But it could be due to poor maintenance of the skin there. I would suggest washing it up with soap regularly. But then again I can't say anything, as I'm not a doctor.

Five o'clock shadow?

Jelkin

Five o'clock shadow?

Yeah if they've shaved their armpit hair. :smile:

Reply 6

Rugar

Depends on your natural skin tones sometimes. Some people have certain skin pigmentation that makes the armpits darker (applies also to the anus).

Think carefully before bleaching your skin, I've heard some bad stories about people in the black community trying to bleach their skin to look lighter and it causes permanent damage because of dodgy products. If you are really concerned, see your GP and they will suggest cosmetic advice.