Skin Whitening Procedures
Everyone wants a flawless, beautiful and lighter skin tone, but hardly have time to follow those home remedies. Wondering how to get fair skin? Try these effective lightening tips and get that lighter skin you can flaunt really soon.
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Microdermabrasion
Looking for a treatment, which will make you get rid of those ugly dark spots? Consult a dermatologist or hit a spa to get microdermabrasion. Somewhat similar to smoothening a rough piece of wood using a sandpaper, this treatment uses an abrasive surface to remove the dead and damaged skin cells, leaving a healthier skin which is free of those ugly age spots. -
Whitening Serum
Whitening Serums contain higher concentration of active ingredients, thus, reaching the deeper layers of the skin. Dr Navin Taneja, director, National Skin Center says, “Since this highly concentrated treatment contains high levels of nourishing ingredients, all of them help restore moisture and elasticity to the skin, while regulating oil production.” As compared to face creams, which contain only 5-10 per cent of active ingredients, a face serum contains up to 70 per cent, resulting in increased hydration, brightening and acne prevention. -
Dermabrasion
Unlike microdermabrasion, dermabrasion involves scouring the uppermost layers of the skin using a special instrument. Performed by a cosmologist, this medical procedure helps in reducing deep acne scars and brown spots. Usually used for softening the edges of skin irregularities, this treatment leaves a beautiful and smoother skin. -
Arbutin
Want a lighter skin tone but afraid of using those harmful chemical agents prone to damaging your skin? Arbutin is an extract of Bearberry plant, helpful in skin de-pigmentation and whitening of the skin. Effective in treating sunburn and regulating melanogenesis, it is safer than those harsh chemicals agents. Miraculous in the quest for lighter skin, it helps in suppressing unwanted pigmentation. -
Retinol
The most important natural form of vitamin A, Retinol (Vitamin A alcohol) is the primary vitamin used for treating damaged skin. Retinol helps in triggering cell division in the skin and thus result in renewing and exfoliation of the skin. Another benefit of using retinol is that it encourages the production of collagen and stimulates mitotic activity, thus giving you a wrinkle-free and lighter skin. -
Chemical peels
One of the most preferred skin whitening treatments, chemical peels, is a treatment in which physicians apply peeling solutions such as alpha hydroxy acid to the skin in order to exfoliate the pigmented and darker skin. Effective in treating facial blemishes, uneven skin pigmentation and wrinkles, chemical peels gives a full facial rejuvenation by revealing a radiant and whitened skin. -
Vitamin C
Every woman desires flawless skin. But sometimes fear of side effects, which come along with harmful chemical treatments withhold us. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a natural alternative to harsh skin bleaching products. Either ingested or applied topically on the skin, it helps in making skin firm and elastic. Helpful in skin repair, it will give you a bright and beautiful skin. -
Whitening creams
Cheap and effective, regular use of whitening creams may give desired results. However, you need to take precaution while buying these skin whitening creams. Avoid creams containing hydroquinone or mercury as they can damage your skin and result in dryness, premature aging and wrinkling of the skin in the long run.