Tanning Removal Methods

Apart from the accumulation of pigmented cells, tanning also causes an increase in the dead skin cell layers. This makes the skin look dull and dry. Besides, it may also result in the formation of sunspots, fine lines, and wrinkles. However, tan skin removal is possible with the following tried and tested procedures.

Topical Applications

Use a good tan removal cream or gel that contain retinoids, vitamins C, E, and other antioxidants. These are known to be the best tan removal creams by dermatologists as they increase collagen and lighten spots. Moreover, the alpha and beta hydroxy acids in the acid exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate new skin cell formation. The best tan removal creams by dermatologists go beyond the upper layer to reach deeper into the skin to contain the production of melanin.

Who should try this?

Topical application creams or gels containing vitamin C help you out best in cases when you suffer from excessive melanin production. These serums reduce melanin synthesis and give you a bright glowing skin. Dermatologists also recommend it to also promote the formation of ceramides throughout your skin.

Chemical Peels

The use of chemical peels enables the removal of the upper dead skin cells. This is a popular tan skin removal process that aids in new skin cell formation by removing the upper tanned skin layers. These de-tanning peels use glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, or carbolic acid (phenol) and are available in different concentration strengths. The choice of chemical peels must be according to the extent to which the skin color is darkened or tanned.

Who should try this?

You should opt for chemical peels treatment only if your skin isn’t too sensitive. It works best in your favor if you’re suffering from wrinkles, discolored skin, and scars. The right chemical peel treatment can eliminate immovable dirt and dry skin out to give you a clean and fresh looking skin tone.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive, tan skin removal process that involves manual exfoliation of the top layer of the epidermis. The removal of the tanned epidermal layer gives way to  new, healthy-looking skin.However, this de-tanning method should not be performed if the patient is being administered tretinoin in the past six months, or anti-inflammatory medication in the past week. Suited to any skin type and completely painless, this procedure is deemed to be the best way to remove tanning from the face as it increases new cell formation, reduces scarring and smoothens your facial skin as well.

Who should try this?

One of the best tanning removal options, it can benefit your skin the most especially if you’re trying to maintain the natural facial skin texture by removing the sun damaged parts. The right implementation of this procedure can help remove tan and dead skin cells from your body. 

Laser Therapy

Stubborn tans and pigmentation can be removed using laser therapy. This tan removal treatment by dermatologists uses light to repair and regenerate damaged skin cells. In this procedure, damaged skin is exposed to a low-level red laser, which penetrates the skin up to three inches. This induces the skin to produce fresh and healthy skin cells, thereby improving the skin’s aesthetic appeal. This tan treatment process involves the use of Fractional Q switched 1064 Nd YAG laser for tan skin removal. Skin specialists recommend this sun tanning removal technique to treat pigmentation and advanced skin tan problems.

Who should try this?

Laser therapy can help you out when you are searching for quicker ways to get rid of your tan. The process breaks down your pigment and reduces the tanning, sun spots on your skin using Q-switched laser.

Intense pulsed light (IPL)

Also called photofacial, this anti-tan treatment method uses light to remove pigmented spots and improves the color and texture of the skin. The device coagulates and evacuates the blood vessels present beneath the skin surface and stimulates collagen production from fibroblast cells. A gel is applied to the skin after which an intensely bright light is pulsed through a chilled sapphire gem which is connected to the face. 

Dermatologists state this as one of the best ways to remove tanning from the face as it can correct many skin conditions with minimal downtime. Moreover, it helps to make way for cleaner, smoother, and youthful skin through. Roughly one to five sessions are recommended to see any visible effects on the skin.

Who should try this?

You must opt for Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy as it’s an excellent treatment for removing spots from sun damage. You can also use it in case you’re noticing any freckles and moles on your skin or to minimize your signs of aging and remove unwanted hair.

Alternative Methods of Getting Rid of Sun Tan

Many people usually prefer home remedies for less serious cases of sun tanning removal. Although these are ineffective in cases of pigmentation, they may have a slight lightening effect if applied the right way. Home remedies for anti-tan treatment include:

• Applying a layer of lemon juice mixed with honey to remove sun tan and smoothen skin texture
• Mixing a spoonful of Bengal gram powder, turmeric powder, some lemon juice, and curd for application on the affected area to get rid of pigmentation and sun tan spots
• Mixing papaya and honey to lighten the skin and make it supple
• Applying aloe vera gel on the affected area helps to get rid of dark spots due to sun tanning.

What to expect from treatment? 

The choice of treatment depends on the nature and extent of tan coupled with skin complexion. Topical applications are among the most tan removal treatment methods while the laser technique is preferred most by those with deeper and prolonged sun tan problems.

Results of tan skin removal options differ and can take as long as six months to show visible results.

Why Choose ClearSkin?

Your day out in the sun could turn disastrous with the appearance of dark spots and an unevenly toned complexion. We can help you recover your skin tone through evidence-based treatment methods and are transparent about the expected results to ensure customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves in giving patients great care and guidance during the pre and post-op stages, instead of treating it as a one-time session.

We practice the safest, quickest and most effective procedures for treating skin pigmentation and tan removal, ensuring a relatively painless experience. We do not recommend invasive procedures unless absolutely necessary.  

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