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I was wondering if it's true that lemon lightens your skin? if so, is it wise to put it on the sensative areas of your skin?
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No: Lemon and limes can cause an irritant reaction, especially with sun exposure. Lemon does not lighten you skin. Sun protection with sunscreens will reduce pigment production. Thus far, all "bleaching" agents on the market simply reduce pigment production so your skin can metabolize the existing pigment, which takes time.
Answered 4/1/2019
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