In today’s time, it is a common aspiration to have fair and flawless skin at all times. The aesthetic market is loaded with skin whitening and skin brightening products. However, these are a failure as they provide short-lived results or unsatisfactory outcomes to some people.
If you are suffering from hyperpigmentation or tanning and wish to have a uniform skin complexion/tone, thankfully, a skin whitening treatment or skin lightening treatment with a certified dermatologist can best serve you! By choosing full-body skin whitening treatment you can transform your all-body skin appearance!
Coming up next is all about body whitening treatment in Bangalore- its benefits, procedure, causes, and more.
What is Body Whitening Treatment?
Body whitening treatment is a dermatological service, offered by cosmetic dermatologists at Dr. Dixit Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic to attain a lighter, evenly toned skin using different methods like chemical peels, lasers, and IV therapy, as desired/needed by the patient.
Why Opt for Body Whitening Treatment?
We all have our skin exposed to environmental pollutants, UV rays from the sun, chemicals/toxins, and harmful microbes that make our skin look dull, dry, rough, and dark. If we do not take care of our skin properly every day, we might look aged before time and even fatigued which can lower our esteem and confidence. Moreover, the use of lasers, chemical peels, skin irritating/harsh skin products, or hair removal with razors or waxing can also make us suffer from skin pigmentation. Here’s where body lightening treatment can help us!
Neck whitening treatment, underarm whitening treatment, and bikini whitening treatment are some popular body whitening treatments opted by people to make their skin healthier, evenly toned, and fairer and gain back their confidence and comfort with their skin.
Types of Body Whitening Treatments
Among a range of body whitening treatments, here are the three most sought-after types of body whitening treatments detailed below:
- Chemical Peels- These are acid-based peels that work to chemically exfoliate the skin and reveal healthier, smoother skin as well as stimulate fresh collagen production. There are different types of chemical peels available, varying in the strength of the acid- superficial, medium, and deep. Nowadays, cocktails and modified peels are available that can be tailored as per the client’s skin type, health, and concern. For mild and medium peels, repeated application is needed every 2-3 weeks. The results obtained need maintenance.
- Q-switched laser toning- When chemical peeling does not provide desired skin whitening, this option is recommended.
Q-switched lasers emit high-energy light pulses to thermally break down the superficial melanin deposits. They even cause controlled skin injury to the targeted skin, thereby triggering a natural healing response that involves collagen skin remodeling. There is no harm caused to the nearby healthy skin. The skin tone and texture get optimally improved after repeated monthly laser sessions. - IV therapy with Antioxidants- The best approach to achieve quick and almost permanent skin lightening for both face and body is drip therapy. Gluta-thione and other antioxidants like Vitamin C can be administered into the body via a drip to detox the body and revitalize the skin. Antioxidants fight against free radical damage. Gluta-thione is a wonder chemical that can even help inhibit melanin production by melanocytes and enhance skin complexion inside-out. This treatment needs to be done weekly. The skin improvements show up in about 6 weeks and full effects after around 10 sessions. To preserve the desired treatment outcomes, maintenance sessions are a must.
Procedure for Body Whitening Treatments
Pre-Treatment Care
Here are dermatologist-provided general instructions on how to prepare skin for full-body skin whitening treatment:
- Limit or avoid direct sunlight exposure
- Avoid any harsh skin products/treatments
- Keep body and skin well hydrated
- Avoid smoking and alcohol intake
- Avoid traditional hair removal methods like waxing, plucking, and shaving
- Inform the dermatologist about current medications and any allergies/conditions.
Body Whitening Treatment Types
The treatment experience varies as per the chosen type of body whitening treatment. Here’s what to expect:
- Chemical peels- The dermatologist applies an even layer of suitable chemical solution to the targeted skin and leaves it undisturbed for a few minutes. This causes a slight tingling and burning sensation. After a specific duration, the dermatologist applies a neutralizer and wipes the skin.
- Laser treatment- The dermatologist focuses the light of a laser device onto the targeted skin. As the laser works on the skin, there is a feeling of a pin-prick or a rubber band snapped against the skin.
- IV therapy with antioxidants- The patient just needs to lie down and relax as the dermatologist injects a sterile needle of IV drip into the patient’s arm. It takes about an hour for the contents of the IV drip bag to be administered into the patient’s bloodstream drip by drip. The dosage of gluta-thione and other antioxidants is decided by the dermatologist. The only discomfort felt during the procedure is that of a needle injected into the skin.
Post-Treatment Care
Here are general aftercare instructions or precautions to follow after full body whitening treatment in Bangalore to achieve optimal desired outcomes with quick, smooth recovery:
- Use only natural, gentle skin care products and avoid any harsh skin treatments. Practice a skincare regime as suggested by the dermatologist
- To soothe the skin, apply aloe vera or petroleum jelly
- Protect the treated skin against harmful UV effects with good quality, suited sunscreen and sun-protective clothing
- Avoid rubbing, scratching, or touching the treated skin for a few days
- Refrain from bad lifestyle habits and strenuous physical activities for some time
- Take proper rest and keep the body well hydrated and nourished.
Benefits of Dermatologist Recommended Body Whitening Treatments
Body whitening treatment is generally minimally invasive and thus associated with no extensive downtime, discomfort, or serious side effects/risks/complications. By choosing the skin tanning removal treatment, one can enjoy the following benefits:
- Reduced appearance of dark spots/patches, birthmarks, age/sun/liver spots, acne marks, and freckles
- Evenly toned skin
- Smoother, glowing, youthful-looking skin
- Improved looks and boosted confidence.
Find the Best Dermatologist for Body Whitening Treatment!
One’s skin color or tone has a major role in physical appearance. Unfortunately, for some reason, the skin may turn darker and thus need the lightening treatments.
To address skin color-related concerns, it’s important to choose medically supervised, best skin whitening treatments that are available with a dermatologist. However, you must have an in-depth understanding of what governs natural skin color and be aware of the mechanism behind different body whitening treatments before going ahead with any treatment to mitigate potential side effects and risks.
If interested, get in touch with our leading dermatologist, Dr. Rasya Dixit for the best body skin whitening and even get tips on maintaining healthy, bright skin.
FAQs on Body Whitening Treatments
Is Full-Body Whitening Safe?
Yes, it can be safe if it is suggested and performed by a qualified, experienced dermatologist and the selected type of body whitening treatment suits you. However, there are still potential, temporary, mild side effects like skin dryness, bruising, irritation, tightness, pigmentation changes, and others.
How Long Do the Effects Last?
The longevity of the desired effects of body whitening treatment depends on the chosen treatment option and how well the results are maintained.
How Is Skin Whitening Treatment Done?
Skin whitening treatment that targets the whole body can be done in many ways like by applying chemical peel or lasers or through Glut-athione and Antioxidants IV drip therapy.
How Does Skin Whitening Treatment Work?
Skin whitening treatment generally works to make the skin fairer by reducing or inhibiting the extra melanin deposition in the skin and increasing skin cell turnover. The exact mechanism of action depends on the chosen type of skin whitening treatment.
What’s the Difference Between Face Brightening and Whitening?
Face brightening treatment works to restore the natural color/vibrancy of the facial skin whereas face whitening treatment in Bangalore works to lighten and tone the skin by reducing its melanin content.
It is important to get help from a dermatologist to achieve best outcomes if considering advanced cosmetic treatment for skin brightening or whitening. The skin experts first check the patient's overall health and then prescribe necessary treatment for best outcomes. Consult Dr. Rasya Dixit to get expert care and advice on skin care!
