We all love a bit of sunshine but sometimes a fun day out leaves us with tan or patchy skin that just won’t budge. You’re not the only one who has looked in the mirror and wished you could just ” wipe off” the tan.
While many people try home remedies, they can be slow and sometimes even irritate your skin. To get results that truly work, it helps to know what a tan is and how a professional skin doctor in PCMC can help you fix it safely.
What Exactly is a Tan?
A tan is like an umbrella for your skin. Your skin gets scared of the damage when the sun beats on you. It makes a dark pigment called melanin to protect itself. This pigment works like a shield but makes your skin look darker and often dry or rough feeling.
You have to do two things to get your original color back:
- No longer produce dark pigment.
2. Assist the tanned skin cells to shed faster so new, fresh skin can come through.
Top Professional Ways to Remove Tan Fast
If you have a big event coming up or a really stubborn tan, the fastest way is to go to a clinic for a tanning solution in PCMC. The most common treatments are:
- The “Magic” Peels (Chemical Peels)
Don’t be afraid of the word ‘chemical’. Most of these are natural acids (like those found in milk or sugarcane). A doctor applies a liquid that gently breaks down the ‘glue’ that holds your tanned, dead skin cells together. A few days later that old skin sloughs off, revealing the bright skin underneath.
- Laser Toning
This is very simple but high technology. A laser beam grazes your skin and the dark pigment is shattered into microscopic particles of dust. Then your body is naturally flushing those particles out. It’s quick, painless and takes 15 minutes with no ‘peeling’ involved.
- Medi Facials.
These are not your average salon facials. A Medi facial uses medical grade vitamins and cooling masks to calm the skin and instantly lighten the tan. It’s like giving your skin a big glass of cold water and a hit of vitamins.
3 Easy Ways To Remove Tan At Home
Even if you have a professional treatment, you need a good routine at home. You can do it easily with these three steps:
Step 1: Protect (The Sunscreen Rule)
Any treatment that you use will be a waste of time if you do not use sunscreen. Use a sunscreen with SPF 50 even if it’s cloudy or you’re sitting by a window. It will prevent your tan from darkening while you are trying to lighten it.
Step 2: Brighten (Vitamin C)
Vitamin C serum in the morning is like a booster. It helps to fade dark spots and makes your skin look “glowy” instead of dull.
Step 3: Renew (Night Cream)
At night your skin heals itself. Use a professionally recommended cream that promotes skin turnover. Niacinamide and other ingredients like this are wonderful because they are gentle, but very effective at evening out your skin tone.
Why You Should Steer Clear of “Quick Fix” Home Remedies
We have all heard of the lemon and/or baking soda rubs on the skin. Watch out!
• Lemon is very acidic and can actually cause a chemical burn if you step out in the sun after.
• Harsh scrubs (like walnut scrubs) can create tiny tears in your skin, making it more sensitive to the sun.
This is why seeing a skin doctor in PCMC is the best decision. They can tell you exactly what your skin needs, no guesswork involved.
Why Bodysutra Clinic?
At Bodysutra Clinique, we don’t do harsh bleaches. We believe in healthy, radiant skin. When you come to see us we’ll assess your skin type and devise a plan that fits in with your lifestyle. From a light peel to a relaxing facial, we make sure you leave looking and feeling great.
Last Advice
You don’t need to complicate getting rid of a tan. Drink lots of water, wear sunscreen and don’t be shy about seeking professional help. Your skin is your largest organ, so treat it well!
Want to reclaim your glow? Come and see us at Bodysutra Clinique and let’s get started!
Read our previous blog on – Effective Treatments for Skin Pigmentation You Should know