7 Easy DIY Armpit Masks to Whiten Dark Underarms Naturally
If you’ve been hiding your armpits because of dark patches, you’re not alone. Many girls struggle with dark underarms due to shaving, sweat, friction, or deodorant buildup. The good news? You can brighten your underarms at home — no salon needed.
In this post, I’ll share 7 natural armpit masks you can make with cheap ingredients already in your kitchen. No chemicals, no fancy stuff. Just real remedies that work over time.
🌿 Why Do Armpits Get Dark?
Before we jump into the recipes, here are some common causes of dark armpits:
- Shaving or friction from tight clothes
- Buildup from deodorants or antiperspirants
- Dead skin cells not being exfoliated
- Hormonal changes or hyperpigmentation
Now let’s get into the remedies!
1. Baking Soda + Lemon Juice
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- Juice of half a lemon
How to Use:
Mix into a paste and apply under your arms. Gently scrub for 2-3 minutes. Leave for 10 more minutes, then rinse off.
🟡 Use 2–3x a week. Avoid if you’ve just shaved — lemon can sting.
2. Turmeric + Yogurt Mask
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon plain yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
How to Use:
Mix and apply to clean underarms. Leave on for 15–20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
💛 Turmeric reduces pigmentation, while yogurt soothes and moisturizes.
3. Potato Juice + Rice Flour
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons potato juice (grated and strained)
- 1 tablespoon rice flour
How to Use:
Mix into a thick paste and apply. Leave on until dry, then gently scrub and rinse.
🥔 Potato contains natural bleaching agents.
4. Aloe Vera + Vitamin E Mask
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh aloe vera gel
- 1 capsule of Vitamin E (or 1/2 teaspoon oil)
How to Use:
Mix and massage onto your armpits. Leave on for 15–20 minutes.
🌿 Aloe soothes and repairs skin, while Vitamin E nourishes.
5. Cucumber + Lemon + Honey
Ingredients:
- 2 slices cucumber (blended or grated)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon honey
How to Use:
Mix all ingredients and apply to your underarms. Leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing.
🍯 Gentle and refreshing — great for sensitive skin.
6. Apple Cider Vinegar + Rice Flour
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon rice flour
How to Use:
Mix and apply the paste to your underarms. Leave on until it dries, then rinse while scrubbing lightly.
🍎 ACV exfoliates and kills bacteria.
7. Milk + Honey + Turmeric
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon honey
- A pinch of turmeric
How to Use:
Apply the mixture under your arms, leave for 15 minutes, and rinse.
🥛 This one brightens, soothes, and moisturizes at once.
💡 Extra Tips for Brighter Armpits
- Exfoliate 2x/week with gentle scrubs
- Stop shaving and try waxing or epilating instead
- Switch to natural deodorants without alcohol or aluminum
- Moisturize daily with aloe vera or coconut oil
Final Thoughts
Natural remedies take time, but they work if you stay consistent. Try these armpit masks 2–3 times a week and take pictures to track your progress!
Want more DIY beauty recipes? Follow my Pinterest board for skincare inspo and easy glow-up tips 🌸
