Tanning is the process whereby skin color is darkened or tanned.
It is the natural process by the body against harmful sunrays, body used to make melanin pigments which is black in color to protect our body against the sun, but it is not good for aesthetic point of view.
Complete dead layer of stratum coronium looks like dull & damage skin.
Symptoms –
- Blackness, dull & damage skin.
- Darkened areas on the skin are the main symptoms of tanning.
- Patches can vary in size and develop anywhere on the body.
- The risk factors are sun exposure and inflammation, as both situations can increase melanin production.
Basic treatment for tanning in cosmetology is Hydra facial (microdermabrasion) –
Microdermabrasion (MDA) is a minimally invasive epidermal resurfacing procedure used to treat uneven skin tone & texture, photoaging, striae, melasma, and scars, including acne scars.
MICRODERMABRESSION
- Microdermabrasion is considered a safe procedure for most skin types and colors. People might choose to get the procedure if they have the following skin concerns:
- fine lines and wrinkles
- hyperpigmentation, age spots and brown spots
- enlarged pores and blackheads.
- dull-looking skin complexion
- uneven skin tone and texture
- melasma
- sun damage
contraindication
- Any active infection like fungal, viral, etc.….
- Acne
- Sensitive skin
- Thin skin
- Acute fever, coryza
- No current medical conditions.
- No exfoliation procedures before 21 days of treatment (e.g. Scrubbing)
Side effects
- Redness
- Inflammation
- Erythema
- But it will subside within 24 hrs. after the procedure
Post care
- Application of sunscreens
- Application of moisturizers
- Sun protection
- Sun block