• 1. What Causes Dark Inner Thighs
• 2. Homemade remedies to get rid of dark inner thighs
• 3. Dark Inner Thighs Treatment
• 4. Best skincare products to lighten dark thighs
• 5. How to prevent dark inner thighs

what causes dark inner thighs

When the skin on one part of your body is notably darker than the surrounding skin, that’s called hyperpigmentation. It can happen pretty much anywhere on the body, and to anyone. Sometimes it’s genetic, sometimes it’s caused by environmental factors, and sometimes it’s because of an underlying health condition.

 Hyperpigmentation is normal and common. And if you have hyperpigmentation on your inner thighs, there’s more than one potential reason why.

First, it could simply be that your skin is too dry, or too moist. So if you don’t moisturize enough or if you moisturize too much, this can cause dark spots inner thighs. If you sweat and don’t wear breathable clothing, wearing wet swimsuits, and so on can also lead to a moisture imbalance. Too much sun exposure and not enough SPF can also cause dry skin.

Second, could be friction or chafing. If you wear tight clothing, exercise frequently, or otherwise experience “thigh rub,” these could all lead to hyperpigmentation on your thighs.

There are some other reasons why you may have dark inner thighs that may require medical attention. Hormone imbalances, medication side effects, and even diabetes may be the reason you’ve got darker thighs.

If you aren’t sure exactly what’s causing your hyperpigmentation, or if you’re concerned or experience discomfort, talk with your doctor. They can help diagnose and treat your darker inner thighs.

Homemade remedies to get rid of dark inner thighs

For some people, home remedies can help lighten hyperpigmentation on the inner thighs. Most of these remedies involve some kind of natural ingredient and an exfoliant.

For example, mixing sugar with lemon juice creates an abrasive solution. Homemade scrubs with oatmeal, salt, coffee grounds, and even coconut are common as well.*

However, like most home remedies, your mileage may vary. So DIY scrubs for one person may not work for another, and vice versa.

If you aren’t getting the results you want with home remedies, it may be time to step it up with over-the-counter or prescription treatments.
 
*If you have any allergies (and specifically food allergies), remember to check ingredients before making and using a home remedy.

dark inner thighs treatment

Excluding DIY remedies, there are two main groups of treatments for hyperpigmentation: over-the-counter (OTC), and prescription or professional intervention.

 OTC treatments typically include skincare products you can buy at a drugstore or from a specialty online retailer. You don’t need a prescription for these (more on OTC skincare products in a second).

 There are also medical or professional interventions. These can be topical treatments with stronger ingredients that require a prescription from a dermatologist. Or it can be cosmetic treatments that require application by an aesthetician.

For example, some retinoids are available OTC, but stronger products require a prescription. And for some people, topicals just don’t work — so they seek out treatments with lasers, chemical peels, and so on.

Best skincare products to lighten dark thighs

For many people with dark spots on thighs, OTC scrubs, creams, and washes with these ingredients deliver success:

• Vitamin C
• Retinol
• Hyaluronic acid
• Glycolic acid
• Ceramides
• Aloe
• Arbutin
• Niacinamide

Some people find success with products designed for stretch marks as well. Again, like DIY remedies, whether or not a skincare product works for you may come down to your body and what works for it. For some people, retinoids may be the answer, but for others, it’s all about acids.