1. Lemon Juice
Lemon is frequently found in bleaching creams - the citric acid and antioxidants found in its juice are what make it an effective remedy. Simply apply a squeeze of lemon juice twice a day for six to eight weeks.
2. Onion and Apple Cider Vinegar
Blend an onion and leave a few minutes to drain. Add an equal amount of apple cider vinegar and apply over the spots, using a cotton swab. Expect to see improved results within 5 to 6 months.
3. Castor Oil
If your age spots appear to be rough in texture, apply castor oil twice a day for a couple of months. You will notice a distinct improvement in the appearance and texture of the spots.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar
Add a couple of drops of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water. You may also add some honey to better the taste. Alternatively, you may add a couple of drops of apple cider vinegar to lemon juice, and apply the mixture directly on the spots, as opposed to consuming it.
5. Aloe Vera
This miraculous herb has been shown to have tremendous potential in treating dermatological conditions like burns and scars. The gel or juice from Aloe Vera can be directly rubbed onto the age spots. It also stimulates the growth of new skin to replace old, dead cells, rejuvenating the appearance of your face and skin.
6. Horseradish
Mix some horseradish into a bowl of milk for about 20 to 30 minutes and rub the mixture onto your age spots. Horseradish contains antioxidant and volatile compounds, helping age spots improve in just a matter of days.
7. Olive Oil and Vinegar
Apply a spoonful of vinegar and olive oil to the spots and wash the blend off after 30 minutes.
8. Papaya
Grate raw papaya and rub it on the spotted area. Wash off after a couple of minutes. This natural remedy should be done every day in order to gain its benefits.
9. Orange Juice and Apple Cider Vinegar
To benefit from this recipe, apply 2 to 3 tablespoons of orange juice, mixed with half a spoon of apple cider vinegar. This remedy must be applied over the darkened regions for about a month, after which you should begin to see results.
10. Buttermilk and Tomato
Combine these two ingredients together and apply to the age spots.
11. Watermelon
This fruit is rich in antioxidant compounds and vitamin C. It has been shown to positively improve the appearance of age spots, just rub the rind of a watermelon over them.
12. Cumin Seed
Boil some cumin seed in water (cumin releases many of its essential oils when boiled). Once it has cooled to a warm temperature, wash your face with the cumin water and leave for 30 minutes, before rinsing with cold water.
13. Garlic
A paste made from this ingredient is an efficient remedy in treating age spots.
14. Yogurt Mask
Some people have claimed to see results in this natural remedy. First, wash your face with warm water, to open the pores on your skin. Then, gently pat dry and apply a light mask of whole-milk yogurt to your face, or on areas with age spots. Repeat daily for two months.
15. Cucumber Juice
Due to the bleaching properties of cucumber's organic compounds, applying cucumber juice to age spots dramatically improves their appearance.
16. Onion
Applying a sliced onion on the affected areas will reduce the color of an age spot. The organic compounds in onions, as well as its vitamin C act as a natural skin lightener.
17. Dandelion
Dandelion stem is your go-to herb when dealing with skin issues. Age spots can also be treated effectively when consuming this powerful plant every day.
18. Radish, Vinegar, Lime Juice and Rosemary Oil
Combining these ingredients together and applying it to the affected area cleanses the skin and brightens its color and glow.
19. Rose Water and Sandal Powder
These ingredients may be used to prepare and apply a mask over the relevant area. You may also add some saffron to the mix, as this too has some skin-lightening capacity.