The Esthetic Clinics offer different types of skin whitening treatments, performed to address issues such as hyperpigmentation, clearing dark spots, and the general desire to have a fairer complexion. Specialists at the clinic, like Dr. Rinky Kapoor, can provide customized treatments tailored to different concerns.
Types of skin-whitening procedures
There are different types of skin-whitening procedures, including:
Topical creams and serums: these include products that contain hydroquinone, kojic acid, alpha-arbutin, and Vitamin C, which help inhibit melanin production for lighter skin. They don’t have to be prescribed by a specialist and are easily available as over-the-counter treatments.
Chemical peels: a chemical peel treatment, as the name suggests, is the application of chemical solutions to exfoliate the skin, getting rid of the older, hyperpigmented skin and leaving a more even-toned skin with improved texture.
Laser therapy: laser therapy treatments involve the use of beams of light focused on targeted areas of the skin to break down the cells responsible for producing melanin.
Microdermabrasion: this procedure uses a medical device to exfoliate the outer layer of the skin, improving the appearance of superficial pigmentation.
Skin whitening treatment costs
Skin-whitening treatment costs vary depending on a number of factors. It is important to consult with your specialist to get the exact price, depending on your concerns and goals. Here are some factors that affect the cost of skin whitening treatments:
The type of treatment: there are various types of skin-whitening treatments, each of which costs differently. Topical creams and serums may be cheaper compared to laser therapy treatments. These treatments are also narrowed down further. For example, different types of laser therapies cost different; the same goes for different types of creams and serums, as well as chemical peels and the rest.
Experience of the technician: highly experienced and well-known specialists may have a higher rate card compared to specialists with less experience and those who are less known.
Location: metropolitan areas and those living in regions with a higher cost of living will find the cost to be higher than those living in less expensive regions. Different healthcare regulations may also contribute to the difference in costs.
Potential side effects of skin-whitening treatments
You can expect anything that has all these benefits to also have some side effects, and skin whitening treatments are no exception. Patients may be exposed to potential risks such as:
Skin irritation: some treatments, such as topical creams and serums and chemical peels, may cause itchiness, redness, and skin irritations.
Hypopigmentation: when some treatments are used in excess, they may end up causing hypopigmentation and skin bleaching, which may not have been the initial goal of the patient.
Hyperpigmentation: Hyperpigmentation is another potential side effect patients may experience if some products used in the treatments are used excessively.
Skin sensitivity: treatments such as laser therapy and deep chemical peels may cause the skin to be more sensitive to the sun, which increases the risk of sunburn and skin damage.
Scarring; rarely, scarring may also occur. This is often caused by aggressive treatments or improper care after the procedures, especially with deep chemical peels and laser therapies.
