How to whiten skin tanned by the sun
Nov 13, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, sun-induced skin darkening can be improved through hydration, proper diet, photorejuvenation, chemical peels, and laser treatments to promote skin whitening. If any discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended. Ultraviolet radiation is strongest at noon and can easily cause sunburn; therefore, direct exposure to UV rays should be minimized in daily life to maintain healthy skin.
Generally, sun-induced skin darkening can be improved through methods such as hydration, balanced diet, photorejuvenation, chemical peels with fruit acids, and laser treatments to promote skin whitening. If discomfort occurs, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Hydration and Moisturizing
After sun exposure, increasing water intake or using gentle skincare products containing moisturizing ingredients can help hydrate the skin, accelerate metabolism, reduce melanin deposition, and promote recovery of a fairer complexion.
2. Balanced Diet
Regularly consuming foods rich in vitamin C and vitamin E—such as cucumber, kiwi, and lemon—can nourish the skin, inhibit melanin production, and support skin repair and whitening.
3. Photorejuvenation (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy)
Photorejuvenation uses intense pulsed light to penetrate deep into the skin, promoting the breakdown and metabolism of pigment particles while stimulating collagen regeneration, gradually restoring skin brightness. The typical reference cost is 1,000–3,000 yuan per session. Improvement is usually visible after 1–2 months, although side effects such as redness or swelling may occur.
4. Chemical Peel with Fruit Acids (Glycolic Acid Peel)
This treatment uses high-concentration fruit acids to exfoliate the aging stratum corneum, accelerating epidermal cell turnover to improve uneven tone and dullness. The typical reference cost is 2,000–3,000 yuan per session, with noticeable improvement generally seen after 2–4 weeks. However, temporary side effects such as stinging, redness, or swelling may occur.
5. Laser Treatment
Laser therapy selectively targets pigmentation using photothermal effects, breaking down pigment in both superficial and deeper skin layers to achieve skin whitening. The typical reference cost is 4,000–6,000 yuan per session, with results often visible within 7–15 days. Possible side effects include redness and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
UV radiation is strongest at noon and can easily cause sunburn. It is important to avoid direct UV exposure whenever possible to maintain healthy skin.
