Sun exposure and the build-up of dead skin cells, due to friction or pressure can also cause the color of the knees to get dark. Other factors that contribute to dark knees are genetic factors, hormonal imbalance, obesity, and increased melanin pigment. If you are also facing this problem, then you are at the right place! Here are 10 effective home remedies that can help you get rid of those dark knees.

1. Baking Soda and Milk

Baking soda is very effective in exfoliating the skin and reducing the darkening of the skin. Milk bleaches and cleanses the skin. Take one tablespoon of baking soda and mix it with milk, then apply this paste to the knees and scrub it using a circular motion.
Repeat the remedy once every two days.

2. Olive Oil and Sugar

Rubbing the paste, made by mixing olive oil and sugar in equal quantities, on the knees exfoliates and moisturizes them. Rub the mixture on your knees for five minutes. And then, wash using mild soap and water. You can do this twice a week.

3. Lemon and Honey

Lemon juice is the best natural bleaching agent and honey moisturizes the skin preventing further darkening. Apply the mixture of lemon juice (1 lemon) and honey to the knees, and remove it with water after 20 minutes.

4. Yoghurt and Vinegar

Apply the mixture of plain yogurt and white vinegar (1 teaspoon each) to the knees and let it dry. Rinse it off with warm water, pat dry, and apply a moisturizer. Do this daily, until you get the desired results.

5. Turmeric, Honey, and Milk

Turmeric has antiseptic properties, honey moisturizes dry skin, and milk act as a bleaching agent. Apply the mixture of these three ingredients to the dark areas and let it be there for at least 20 minutes. Remove by scrubbing it with wet hands, and then wash the area with water.

6. Exfoliating Gloves or Pumice Stone

Rub the dark skin using exfoliating gloves/loofah, or a pumice stone. This helps to remove the dead cells of the skin. Use them while taking bath on moist skin, by scrubbing your knees in a circular motion.

7. Gram Flour and Lemon

Gram flour or chickpea flour has a variety of vitamins, minerals, and proteins that make it act as an excellent exfoliant. Mix equal quantities of gram flour and lemon juice and stir them to make a paste. Apply it to the knees and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Wash it with water. Do this regularly to get good results.

8. Coconut Oil and Lemon Juice

Coconut oil not only helps to soothe the skin but also acts as natural bleaching and hydrating agent to get rid of dark knees. Mix 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice; Rub it on the knees and let it stay for 15-20 minutes. Use paper towels to remove it; Do not wash.
Do this once daily.

9. Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera Gel moisturizes the skin and reduces the sun damage caused to the skin due to overexposure of the knees to the sun. Extract the gel from a fresh aloe vera leaf, and apply it to your knees. Let it dry. Wash off with warm water after 20 minutes. This can be done twice daily.

10. Potatoes and Yoghurt

Potatoes are one of the bleaching vegetables. They help in removing any sort of marks from the body. Mix mashed potatoes with yogurt, and apply the mixture on dark knees for a minimum of 20 minutes. This, when applied regularly, will help to lighten up the dark knees.