Five Ways To Achieve Brighter Skin

From chemical peels to IV infusions, trust these skin brightening treatments for glowing, radiant and healthy skin

A bright and glowing complexion is a mark of healthy skin. Modern-day stressors like pollution, work stress, fatigue and a poor, unhealthy diet are problems that many are facing, causing their skin to look dull and tired. And while it is easy to prevent these problems if you have healthy lifestyle choices and follow an effective skincare regimen, it becomes difficult to reverse tired and dull skin damage. We list five skin brightening treatments that can help counter these problems and give you healthy skin. 

Chemical peel 

A chemical peel is one of the most accessible treatments available for skin brightening. This non-invasive, gentle treatment is abundant throughout spas, salons and treatment centers. It works by shedding the uppermost layers of the epidermis and stimulating growth factors to reveal brighter and healthier skin. Peels also help minimize pores and reduce the appearance of dark spots, wrinkles and sun-damage. Most chemical peels contain some combination of these five ingredients: alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic acid; beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) like salicylic acid; retinol; fruit enzymes; and trichloroacetic acid (TCA). For brighter skin, a peel with glycolic acid and trichloroacetate is ideal—glycolic gently removes dead skin and TCA helps in the production of new skin. For best results, you must use a peel twice a week. 

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a super-ingredient for the skin—it tightens, brightens and prevents wrinkles. It contains antioxidants that help fight free radicals and boost collagen production, which paves way for a glowing complexion. Vitamin C is a key ingredient in several skin brightening serums. It can be effective when consumed via supplements but the best results of vitamin C can be seen when it is applied topically through moisturizers and serums. It also protects against UV rays and pollution, and rejuvenates dull and damaged skin.

Sunflower seed oil 

Sunflower seed oil is known for its rejuvenating qualities. It stimulates the regeneration of skin cells and protects the skin from external damage. The vitamin E present in the oil evens out skin tone and can help achieve a brighter complexion. Sunflower seed oil has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that prevent and restore problem areas like sun-damage, dryness, wrinkles and pigmentation. The ingredient has been used in new and effective skin brightening products like Zo Skin Health’s Brightalive treatment. Try this highly-rated serum for a brighter, even skin tone, which also helps calm irritated skin. 

Dermaplaning 

Dermaplaning is a cosmetic exfoliation procedure that removes the top layer of the skin. It aims to get rid of dead skin and peach fuzz as well as reduce the appearance of wrinkles and deep acne scarring. The procedure is performed by a trained individual using a surgical blade and can be performed on all skin types. It is ideal for people with sensitive skin who struggle with proper exfoliation treatments. Since it gets rid of dead skin cells, your skin looks brighter post-treatment. This will only improve over the next few days as the newly exfoliated skin is better able to absorb serums and moisturizers. 

Vitamin Infusion Therapy 

Vitamin Infusion Therapy, also known as IV infusions are intravenous injections that supply a cocktail of essential vitamins directly into your bloodstream. These injections help boost energy and achieve a glowing complexion. Did you know that IV infusions break vitamins down into your blood at a higher rate than vitamins supplied through a diet? According to Heathline.com, only 50 percent of a vitamin is absorbed by the body when taken orally, while 90 percent of it will be absorbed through an IV infusion. Vitamins help replace dead and damaged cells of the body including skin cells. Antioxidants present in a vitamin infusion therapy help fight free radicals and replace dead and damaged cells, leading to brighter complexion. An IV infusion therapy lasts 30-45 minutes and you can see the results almost immediately. 

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