Written By: Dr Shuba Dharmana | Updated : October 13, 2015 10:07 AM IST
The Navratri season starts from Octobr 13 this year. For nine days, men and women show off their dancing skills in garba and dandiya but it is also an occasion to wear backless cholis and sari blouses which demands having a toned, spotless and sexy back. Dr Shuba Dharmana, a celebrity cosmetic dermatologist tells us about the various beauty treatments you can opt for to get that sexy looking back this Navratri.
Skin brightening
This treatment along with glutathione (a powerful antioxidant used for its skin lightening properties) tablets, injections and mesotherapy is quite popular for people who want to make their backs a shade lighter. Also read: Get smooth and flawless skin with Besan
Party peels
The most popular treatment is party or super peels that do not cause any peeling but infuse a boost of radiance similar to a bridal peel. This makes the back look flawless and glowing.
Microdermabrasion/skin polishing
If a smooth, flawless back is what you want, opt for this treatment. A mild peel like lactic or glycolic is used to exfoliate dead skin cells and give an instant glow. Opt for a microdermabrasion with or without a mild glycolic peel for a glowing back this Navratri.
Chemical peels
For removing pigmentation, spots or tanning, a series of TCA peels are used. TCA peels penetrate little deeper into the skin and cause more peeling of skin. A milder peel only penetrates the superficial layers hence causes little flaking. This kind of peel needs to be repeated every 2 weeks for 6-8 times to see results. If you have warts on the back, they can be cauterised by a dermatologist.
Lasers
Scars on the back are lightened with the help of fractional laser or C02 laser while laser hair removal is best suited for unwanted hair on the back. Also read: Peel off years from your face with laser skin resurfacing
Costs involved
The costs of these treatments usually depend on the brand, peel used, the doctor s skill, the clinic, location, etc. A microdermabrasion can cost anything between Rs 1,000 to 3,000 while stronger peels for pigmentation cost around Rs 2,500 to 30,000. Also read: Navratri special - How to fast the healthy way
Home care tip
If you can t find the time to go to a skin clinic, you can use a body scrub to help exfoliate the dead skin cells and then moisturise the skin. This will make your back smoother and add some shine to it. Lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent. Rubbing half of a lemon on your back and then using a mild scrub to exfoliate it will remove tanning and lighten the skin colour. And don t forget to apply sunscreen on your back when you step out during the day. Also read: Exercises for a sculpted back
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