Can hyaluronic acid injections whiten the skin?

Jan 17, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am a 25-year-old female with a yellowish skin tone and mild pigmentation spots. I hope to improve my skin tone and achieve a whitening effect through hyaluronic acid injections (mesotherapy). I have seen information about hyaluronic acid injections online, but I'm unsure whether they truly have a whitening effect.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu

Hydroquinone injections can whiten the skin.

Hydroquinone injections are a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves injecting nutrients such as hyaluronic acid into the dermis to achieve skin hydration, brighten skin tone, and improve skin texture. This treatment increases the water content of the skin, making it appear more plump and radiant, and can effectively improve skin dullness. Therefore, hydroquinone injections have a certain skin whitening effect, helping to improve darkened skin tones and making the skin appear brighter and more lustrous.

Although hydroquinone injections can lighten the skin, the effects may vary from person to person. After receiving hydroquinone injections, it is important to enhance skincare, especially sun protection and moisturizing, to reinforce the whitening effects and prevent hyperpigmentation. Additionally, hydroquinone injections are considered a medical aesthetic procedure and should be performed under the guidance of a qualified physician to ensure safety and suitability.

It is also important to avoid over-reliance on medical aesthetic treatments in daily life. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and good skincare habits are key to sustaining long-term whitening effects. Post-treatment care should follow medical advice, including avoiding sun exposure and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, to preserve and enhance the treatment outcomes.