Tanning happens in response to increased pigment production within our skin, caused by exposure to sun.
 

There are 4 tan removal treatments which are as follows:

• Laser toning (Rs. 4,000-10,000): laser device breaks down pigment and reduces the appearance of tan, sun spots, etc.
  • Common side effects include: Pain, discomfort, and stinging sensation.
  • Whereas the risks are: Pigmentation, scarring, and blistering.
     
• Chemical Peel (Rs. 1,800-10,000): A mixture of acids that is beneficial for skin, is applied on the concerned region of your body, in the required quantity, which dries up and is removed thereafter - this process aids in the regeneration of newer & healthier skin cells by removing upper tanned layers of skin.
  • Common side effects include:
    • Redness & stinging.
    • Increased sensitivity to sun.
    • Scabbing and swelling.
  • Whereas the risks are:
    • Permanent scarring.
    • Pigmentation.
    • Damage to Heart, kidney, or liver.
       
• Microdermabrasion (Rs. 1500 to Rs. 6000 per session): Acts on the epidermis only (superficial scarring). During the treatment, your dermatologist will use a drill-like handheld appliance with a wire brush or some other abrasive as its attachment, to swipe over your skin. Same will eliminate epidermal scarring.
  • Common side effects: Swelling, bruising, and redness.
  • Whereas the risks are:
    • Skin getting pierced.
    • Any damage to eye if the doctor isn't careful enough.
       
• Creams/face pack/face wash (Rs. 200 to Rs. 2000): Results last for comparatively lesser amount of time, and tanning can affect even deeper layers of your skin while these would work on only the surface level of your skin.

To know more, you can consider getting in touch with experts through our page - Dermatologists, or that based on any other city nearest to your residence, let us know!