How to whiten the face
Nov 28, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Under the guidance of a physician, methods such as daily skincare, dietary adjustments, photorejuvenation, chemical peels, and picosecond laser skin rejuvenation can be utilized to lighten the skin tone. Use a gentle facial cleanser morning and night to clean the face, removing dirt and excess oil. After cleansing, promptly apply moisturizing products, such as hydrating toners or lotions containing hyaluronic acid, to help lock in moisture and maintain skin hydration.
Under normal circumstances, methods such as daily skincare, dietary adjustments, photorejuvenation, chemical peeling, and picosecond laser skin rejuvenation can be adopted under a doctor's guidance to lighten facial skin tone. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Daily Skincare
Cleanse your face morning and night using a gentle facial cleanser to remove dirt and excess oil. After cleansing, promptly apply moisturizing products, such as toners or lotions containing hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and other ingredients, to help lock in moisture and maintain skin hydration. Regular exfoliation is also important to remove dead skin cells and promote skin metabolism. Many specialized whitening products are available on the market, such as serums or creams containing skin-lightening ingredients like vitamin C, arbutin, and kojic acid. These ingredients can inhibit melanin production and fade existing pigmentation. Choose products suitable for your skin type and follow the instructions for use.
2. Dietary Adjustments
Eat more foods rich in vitamin C and vitamin E, such as citrus fruits, kiwifruit, and nuts, which can help neutralize free radicals and reduce skin pigmentation. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish and soy products, also promote healthy skin. Try to avoid consuming high-sugar foods, as they may burden the skin.
3. Photorejuvenation
Photorejuvenation utilizes high-energy, broad-spectrum pulsed light to irradiate the skin. Light of different wavelengths can be selectively absorbed by pigments, hemoglobin, and other tissues in the skin, thereby breaking down pigment particles and stimulating collagen proliferation, improving skin texture and complexion. The general reference price for photorejuvenation is 1,000–3,000 RMB per session. Noticeable improvement is usually seen 1–2 months after the procedure, but it may be accompanied by temporary symptoms such as localized redness and pain.
4. Chemical Peeling
Chemical peeling uses high-concentration fruit acids to promote the shedding of the skin's stratum corneum, accelerating the turnover rate of keratinocytes and some superficial epidermal cells, and stimulating the proliferation of elastic fibers in the dermis. It can help improve dull skin tone and fade pigmentation. The general reference price for chemical peeling is 500–2,000 RMB per session. Noticeable improvement is usually seen 1–3 months after the procedure, but it may be accompanied by symptoms such as pain and itching.
5. Picosecond Laser Skin Rejuvenation
Picosecond laser skin rejuvenation uses ultra-short pulse laser beams at the picosecond level to target the skin, instantly shattering pigment particles into finer dust-like particles that are more easily metabolized and eliminated by the body. It also stimulates collagen proliferation, improving skin tone and texture. The general reference price for picosecond laser skin rejuvenation is 2,000–8,000 RMB per session. Noticeable improvement is usually seen 2–3 months after the procedure, but it may be accompanied by symptoms such as redness and pain.
It is recommended to visit a reputable hospital and perform the above procedures under a doctor's guidance to ensure effectiveness and safety. Postoperative care includes maintaining wound cleanliness, strict sun protection, avoiding scratching or irritation, following a light diet, and using prescribed postoperative skincare products and attending follow-up appointments as directed.
