Used thoughtfully and sparingly, aspirin can be a handy addition to your at-home toolkit—with common-sense precautions to keep your skin and health protected.
1) Soothe Insect Bites
Occasional itchy bites can ruin your day. A quick aspirin paste may offer short-term comfort by dialing down surface redness and itch.
How to try it
Crush 1 aspirin and add a few drops of clean water to form a soft paste.
Dab lightly on the bite (unbroken skin only).
Leave on for 10–15 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
Follow with a plain, gentle moisturizer.
Good to know
Don’t use on broken, scratched, or infected bites.
If swelling is significant or you have signs of allergy (hives, wheeze, lip/tongue swelling), seek medical care immediately.
2) Brighten Dark Underarms (Use Carefully)
Underarm darkness can be linked to friction, shaving irritation, buildup from deodorants, or skin conditions. A diluted aspirin rinse may help lift buildup—but go slow, because underarm skin is delicate.
