The skin is the indicator for many things and dark armpits is just another illustration of that. But before we go about discussing how to resolve the problem of dark armpits; we need to know the reason for underarm discoloration. The fact is there is not just one cause, but it could be one or a combination of things. We have to narrow it down.
Causes And Solutions
Shaving with cream hair removers can actually leave chemical burns on the skin. Once the burn heals, you can try a bleaching cream that should over time fade and gradually lighten area. Vitamin E or a slice of lemon can also be used.
Shaving with razors can also darken skin under the arms because only the tip of the hair is removed. In this instance the skin is discolored only because of the underlying hair left in the skin. To resolve this you will need to pull the hair out by its root with a tweezers or hair waxing solution.
Excessive sweating has been known to darken under the arms due to the uric acid. Sweat
