Another name for Skin Whitening treatment is lightning, depigmentation, brightening, bleaching. Skin whitening basically uses the substances or mixtures to lighten and brighten the skin colour. Melanin gives the colour to the skin. Higher the amount of colour darker will be the skin tone. This skin whitening treatment reduces the content of melanin in the body.

To accomplish skin whitening treatment, there are numerous mechanisms of actions:

Putting a restriction of the action of tyrosinase: By the skin whitening agent, the catalytic activity of tyrosinase is restricted.

Putting restriction on the activation of tyrosinase: The antimelanogenic agent lessens the generation of tyrosinase and it also prevents the activation of tyrosinase.

Restricting the transferal of melanocytes to keratinocytes.

Directly killing melanin which already exists in the body.

Killing melanocytes.

Whitening Agents

Pre-melanin synthesis

Tretinoin

Tretinoin is also known as all-trans retinoic acid. Tretinoin is a very effective whitening agent for treating the discolourations of the skin. Usage of Tretinoin on the skin makes the skin very sensitive to UV ( UVA and UVB ) rays, therefore, the person who has used this agent should avoid sunlight.

During melanin synthesis

Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone is regarded as the primitive topical element for restraining the production of melanin which is responsible for making the skin dark and it does not bleach the skin. The components of Hydroquinone have potent antioxidant capabilities. Hydroquinone is present with another name in the cosmetic products with the name of monobenzone with a concentration of just 2%. In the products prescribed by the doctors, the concentration is around 4% either alone or with the tretinoin with 0.05% to 0.1% concentration.

Resorcinol

Resorcinol is known as m-hydroquinone. Resorcinol is usually used in cosmetics which are made for skin lightening.

Arbutin

Some of the alternative skin lighteners are obtained from the natural sources of the hydroquinone. Some of them are Mitracarpus scaber extract, Morus bombycis (mulberry) extract, Uva ursi (bearberry) extract, Morus alba (white mulberry) extract & Broussonetia papyrifera (paper mulberry) extract.

All of these extracts include arbutin which is technically called as hydroquinone-β-D-glucoside. It can restrain the production of melanin. Arbutin in pure form is more effective in skin lightening. Arbutin is considered a safe option to make the skin fairer.

Kojic acid

Kojic acid is actually a by-product which is formed in the fermentation method of malting rice for use in the production of Sake. Sake is Japanese rice wine. Some experimentations reveal that kojic acid is effective for restraining the production of melanin production.

Azelaic acid

Azelaic acid is a segment of grains like wheat, barley & rye. Azelaic acid is basically applied topically in a form of cream with a concentration of about 10–20 %. Azelaic acid is applied to the skin to heal acne. It is proved that Azelaic acid is also effective for discolouration of the skin and also for restricting the production of the melanin.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C and its different forms, including ascorbic acid & magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, etc.) are regarded as a powerful antioxidant for the skin & it helps in skin lightening also.

Glutathione

Glutathione is basically a tripeptide molecule which is found in the mammalian bodies. Glutathione is an antioxidant which plays an essential role in inhibiting oxidative harm to the skin. Glutathione also takes part in skin lightening activity.

Glutathione is an element in some of the cosmetics products. Glutathione is also available in cream, lotion, soap, nasal spray.

Glutathione can be blended with various additional agents such as Vitamin C to increase its penetration in the skin.

Post-melanin synthesis

Alpha hydroxy acids

Alpha hydroxy acids are fundamentally in the form of lactic acid & glycolic acid. Alpha hydroxy acids have a molecular size which allows efficient absorption into the top layers of skin.

SKIN WHITENING TREATMENTS

Some of the common skin whitening treatments which available in Hyderabad are as follows:-

Peeling

Chemical Peeling is one of the most famous skin whitening treatments. In Chemical Peeling fruit acids and other peeling agents are applied on the skin. In this process, peeling gel is used to exfoliate the darker or a pigmented skin.

Detan Facials

Tan is the darkening of the skin because of the exposure to the UV radiation from the sun. Detan facials with the use of antioxidants treat the discolouration & uneven skin tone. The stimulation of the facial muscles aids with the facial rejuvenation increases collagen growth and a glow on the skin.

Anti Pigmentation Treatments

The de-pigmentation & the whitening agents are used such as Arbutin.

Laser Treatment

In Laser Treatment, short concentrated pulsating light rays are directed on the skin. As a result, the skin is removed layer by layer. This method is also known as a laser peel, laser vaporisation and lasabrasion.

Skin Whitening Products

Skin lightening lotions & skin lightening creams which normally include chemical agents such as azelaic acid & hydroquinone. A dermatologist may give a whitening cream with a high concentration of chemical agents.

Every skin tightening procedure can be used for various skin problems. Gels & creams are normally used for an overall lightening effect. Laser procedures are normally used to diminish the presence of dark spots.

OTHER SKIN WHITENING TREATMENTS:-

Skin Polishing Treatment
Super Skin Rejuvenation
Skin Pigmentation
Uneven skin tone
Dark patchy skin
Marks and mild scars

PROCEDURE OF THE SKIN WHITENING TREATMENT

Schedule an appointment with the dermatologist which you have chosen.
Share the details with the dermatologist like the kind of skin tone you are looking for, any medical history etc.
After having a complete discussion with your dermatologist have a meeting with the plastic surgeon
After having the discussion with dermatologist and plastic surgeon choose the kind of skin whitening treatment you would like to have
Do not forget to ask the doctor after treatment care procedures for your skin.

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS:-

WHO CAN DO SKIN WHITENING TREATMENT???

Everyone is eligible for performing the skin whitening treatment except the following:-

If you are having Heart- related issue, Recurring fever, recurring cold sores should not do Chemical peels.

If you have dark skin then you should not do deep chemical peel skin whitening treatment.

WHO PARTS OF A BODY CAN UNDERGO THE SKIN WHITENING TREATMENT???

The different parts of the body which can undergo skin whitening treatments are:-

Face
Underarms
Feet
Lips
Hands

IS THERE ANY PAIN DURING THE PROCESS?

There is no pain at all during the process of skin whitening.

HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE REQUIRED?

Six sessions are required to get the best results.
Each session has to be done after 2 weeks only.
The duration of each session is mostly 30 minutes
After the six sessions, there would be one maintenance session in a month

For best results, you should search for the best dermatologists and best dermatologists clinic in Hyderabad and then discuss your requirement with your dermatologist who can guide you for the best treatment you can have according to the type of skin you have.

Best Clinics for Skin Whitening Treatment in Hydeabad

Oliva Clinics Hyderabad

Oliva Clinic Himayat Nagar

Oliva Clinic Secunderabad

Oliva Clinic Kukatpally

Oliva Clinic Jubilee Hills

Oliva Clinic Gachibowli

Labelle Clinics Hyderabad

Labelle Skin and Hair Clinic , Kukatpally

Labelle Skin and Hair Clinic ,West Marredpally

Labelle Skin and Hair Clinic , Himayat Nagar

Labelle Skin and Hair Clinic ,Gachibowli