Dark skin on face 

The causes for a dark skin or complexion could be many. Some of the most common ones are apart from natural darkness according to the places.

It may be Heredity, Hyperpigmentation. *Skin disorders - Conditions such as Lichen Simplex Chronicus is a skin disorder that causes severe itching that leaves the skin thick, dark and patchy. *Sun rays - Over exposure to sun causes the skin to tan. This is a natural mechanism, wherein to protect itself from the harmful UV rays of the sun, the skin produces more of the pigment melanin which shields the penetration of UV rays into the skin.

Some skin care tips:

Mix equal quantities of cucumber juice, rose water and lime juice. Wash the face and apply it wait till it is about to get dry, and then rinse off with plain water.

Mix equal quantities of lime juice, glycerin and rose water. This lotion if applied to the face regularly at bed time is very useful in removing pimples, blackheads and other stains of the skin.

Take 50 ml. of tomato juice and mix with one teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply this mixture to the face.

Apply orange juice to the face for smooth and soft skin.

Take 30 ml. of cabbage juice and mix one teaspoon of honey in it. This mixture, if applied regularly to the face, helps to keep the wrinkles away.

Make a paste of raw carrots and apply it to the face, wash it when it is about to dry with plain water.

Regular application of mint juice to the face helps to remove stains.

Balanced diet definitely helps by giving your skin a healthy glow. Drinking an optimum amount of water hydrates your skin and keeps it blemish free.

Avoid excessive consumption of heavy and oily foods.

Incorporate whole cereals, pulses, fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.

along with your regular pranayama and yoga you can take these medicines as well.

Some skin care medications: Arogyawardhini-Vati also Divya Amrit Rasayanam

With regards, Dr.Vijay.