India, April 19 -- Lightening dark underarms takes time and patience. But according to beauty influencer Sid, consistent and gentle care can help achieve the desired results. In a video she posted on Instagram on January 11, she shared natural ways to get rid of dark underarms. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr DM Mahajan, senior consultant, dermatology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals reacted to Sid's home remedies. Also read | Woman shows rubbing banana peel on face works like Botox for brightening skin: But does it really?

He said, "Dark underarms are a common dermatological concern, often caused by post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation due to friction, shaving, use of irritant deodorants, or underlying metabolic conditions such as ac...