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1. Do skin lightening treatments give permanent results?
Skin lightening treatments like creams and bleaches do not give permanent results. However, laser surgery and some chemical peels might give permanent results.
2. Can i use home remedies for the skin lightening?
Face packs made from some natural substances like sandalwood, turmeric, orange peel powder and rose water have skin brightening properties and can be used as home remedies to lighten the skin.
3. How is skin lightening treatment done?
The method varies with the treatment. In laser treatment, the laser beam removes the outer skin layer or damages melanin-producing cells. In chemical peel, a chemical solution is applied to gently exfoliate the outer skin layer. Dermabrasion uses a rotating brush to sand the top layer of skin. Skin creams and bleaches contain ingredients that reduce melanin pigment in the skin.
4. Is it really possible to whiten the skin tone?
It is not practically possible to change the skin tone; most whitening procedures only remove tan from the skin. Moreover, skin lightening and whitening creams can be harmful for the skin.
5. Is skin lightening treatment a cosmetic procedure?
Yes. Skin lightening treatment, also known as skin bleaching, is a cosmetic procedure.