Skin Specialist Recommends 5 Treatments To Help With Summer Skin Woes

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Summer is the least favourite time of the year for your skin. And now that we are done planning vacations, the next thing we are planning is some TLC for our skin to make it through the heat without breaking apart (not literally). So we asked a skin specialist as to what kind of facials and treatments are favourable for the skin when mercury's acting all crazy.

Dr. Geetika Srivastava is a dermatologist and founder of Influennz Skin and Hair Clinic, Delhi. She says, 'As the sun's rays intensify and temperatures rise, our skin often bears the brunt of summer's harsh conditions. From excessive oiliness and acne breakouts to stubborn tans and pigmentation, maintaining healthy skin during the hot months can be challenging. Here are five recommended treatments to help you achieve radiant, summer-ready skin.'


Aqua Fairness Facial

The Aqua Fairness Facial is a revolutionary treatment designed to deeply hydrate and cleanse your skin. Utilizing a handheld device known as the 'oxyjet', this facial delivers a fresh boost of oxygen, along with micronutrients and antioxidants, directly into your skin. The process also includes skin exfoliation, which helps in reducing free radical damage, leaving your skin smooth and supple for an extended period.

Benefits of Aqua Fairness Facial:

• Acts as an anti-pollution facial

• Helps in tan removal

• Reduces blotchy pigmentation

• Improves uneven skin tone and dullness

• Fights comedones (blackheads and whiteheads)

Recommended For:

• Oily, acne-prone skin

• Tanned skin

Number of Sessions Required: While a noticeable glow is visible after the first session, for full tan removal, three sessions spaced a month apart are recommended.

Laser Hair Removal

Tired of the constant cycle of shaving, plucking, or using hair removal creams? Laser hair removal offers a safe and effective solution for permanent hair reduction. Suitable for any body area, including the face, legs, arms, and bikini area, this procedure uses laser energy to destroy hair follicles. The pigment in the hair follicle absorbs the laser energy, effectively eliminating the follicle.

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal:

• Permanent hair reduction

• Painless procedure

• Quick treatment sessions

• US FDA approved

Recommended For:

• All skin types

• Both men and women

• Individuals over 18 years of age

Number of Sessions Required: At least six sessions are necessary to start seeing results, with maintenance sessions of 4-6 based on individual hair type and treatment area.

Instabrite Laser

Instabrite laser treatment is perfect for tan removal and treating various forms of pigmentation. This technology uses low-energy pico laser shots at high frequency to target and destroy pigment cells. Whether it's internal pigmentation like freckles or external issues like tanning and tattoos, Instabritelaser breaks down pigment cells, making the skin look brighter and fairer.

Benefits of Instabrite Laser:

• Treats melasma

• Reduces freckles

• Addresses sun damage and sun spots

• Evens out skin tone

• Removes tanning

Recommended For:

• All skin types

• Not recommended for those with active acne

Number of Sessions Required: 2 to 4 sessions, depending on the severity of pigmentation and tan, with results visible from the first session.

Photofacial

Photofacial, or Intense Pulse Light (IPL) therapy, uses a highly energized, computer-controlled flashgun that emits broad-spectrum light pulses. These pulses target and destroy specific structures like oxyhemoglobin and melanin in hair, helping to reverse sun damage and reduce skin sensitivity.

Benefits of Photofacial:

• Reverses sun damage

• Decreases skin sensitivity

• Reduces breakouts and acne

Recommended For:

• All skin types

• Especially suitable for sensitive skin

Number of Sessions Required: At least three sessions spaced two weeks apart to effectively reverse signs of sun damage.

Underarms Botox

Excessive sweating can be a source of social embarrassment, especially during summer. Underarms Botox uses 100-300 units of Botox to block the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing sweat secretion and associated odors. This treatment is also effective for palmar (hands) or feet hyperhidrosis.

Recommended For:

• Individuals with excessive underarm sweating

Number of Sessions Required: A single session provides results that last for 6-8 months. The best time to undergo this treatment is around March, ensuring effectiveness throughout the summer season.

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