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What is Bikini Rejuvenation?

Do you also have a dark bikini line and inner thighs as compared to your skin color?

A darker pubic area is completely normal for everyone, this darkening is called hyperpigmentation. The bikini line and inner thighs are the most common places for hyperpigmentation.

Some of the causes of dark skin around the pubic area include:

Hair removal creams/ Shaving: You most likely shave, wax, or sugar your legs because you want to remove your hair, which can result in hyperpigmentation and ingrown hair scarring.

Hormone: The melanocytes in the skin are specific cells that produce melanin. These melanocytes are particularly hormone-sensitive in the vaginal region. In reaction to hormonal changes, the vaginal area gradually darkens over time. This may occur during puberty, pregnancy, or natural aging.

Friction and inflammation: The potential of melanocyte hyperactivity rise with an increase in friction. Friction can cause melanocyte cells to produce more melanin, leading to pigmentation around the pubic area. The skin may get inflamed as a result of friction, and this inflammation may then result in hyperpigmentation after the fact. Compared to other parts of the body, the skin surrounding the inner thighs and bikini area is thinner and more sensitive. This is why even the slightest amount of friction can aggravate these places and make them darker.

Fungal infection: Fungal infections are also a cause of dark pubic skin. Both men and women experience this as a skin condition.

Hyperpigmentation in the pubic area is normal but it doesn’t mean you can’t rid of it

Avataar offers a combination of lasers and peels which are 100% safe and act only upon the topmost layer of the skin, giving you a cleaner and whitened look without causing any internal harm.

How to get rid of the dark pubic area?

  1. Laser Hair Reduction- Hair reduction is the first step towards a clean bikini. Over multiple sessions, Bikini loses up to 90-95% of its hair growth
  2. Q-switched laser treatment- Lasers are used to break the pigmentation and stimulate the process of new cell generation so that the renewed skin is lighter in tone
  3. Chemical peel treatments- Chemical peels are used to further aid in the lightening of the skin. The peel treatment is also completely painless and goes very well with the above-mentioned treatments
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Why does the skin become dry in winter?

Now that the winters are here, everyone is going to suffer from this problem- dry skin. While some people have naturally dry skin, others develop dry skin during the winter months. Dry skin is more common in winter months than in summer months due to changes in temperature and humidity which can irritate the skin. It affects many people and the severity of the condition varies from individual to individual.

The dryness that occurs during winter is also known as xerosis. The outermost layer of the skin called the epidermis is the skin barrier. This skin barrier is a combination of lipids (commonly known as fats) and dead skin cells. As how a barrier should function, it serves to protect our body and prevents any toxin or irritant from entering our bodies. But when this barrier gets damaged that is when the skin appears dry and irritated.

Moisture is very important for the skin barrier to be doing its work. During winter the air becomes cold, and people turn on their indoor heating high, plus low humidity levels suck the moisture right out of your skin. Not just that, cold harsh winds, and taking hot water baths can also lead to damage and dryness of the skin.

The most common signs of dry skin in winter include:

  1. Flaky skin
  2. Redness
  3. Rough patches
  4. Rough texture
  5. Itchiness
  6. Cracks on skin
  7. Stinging

Dry winter skin is something that is unavoidable. But making some changes in your skincare routine and habits will definitely help in getting smooth soft skin. Dry and damaged skin needs moisture to repair itself. Using a moisturizer is the best way to rehydrate the skin. Especially moisturizers that contain linoleic, linolenic, and lauric acids can help smooth rough and dry skin.

Here are some tips to take care of dry skin during winter:

  • Moisturizing after bath

Taking a hot bath in winter strips the natural oils from the skin which prevents the skin from getting dry. Therefore, it is important to apply a moisturizer right after taking a bath to rehydrate the skin and prevent it from getting dry. 

  • Drink lots of water

Using a topical moisturizer is good but it is also very important to take care of your skin internally. Drinking the required amount of water is also important to keep your skin hydrated.

  • Sunscreen

A lot of people neglect wearing sunscreen just because it’s winter and cloudy. Just because they feel there is no sun, the UV rays can penetrate through clouds and fog and still damage the skin barrier. Therefore it is necessary to apply sunscreen every single day. 

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Things to know before signing up for laser treatments

Before signing up for laser hair reduction

We all know about the pain of getting waxing done every month. Smooth, soft, and hairless skin is something that everybody likes. But going to the salon every month to endure pain only to enjoy a few days’ worth of hairless skin (let us be honest hair starts to grow back on the third day after waxing) can be a pain. That is why human beings found a way to get rid of hair once and for all Laser hair reduction.

In laser hair reduction, the laser targets the pigment in the hair bulb which heats up and destroys the follicle from which the hair grows, therefore, arresting the growth of the hair follicle. But the thing is that this is not a one-time process since every hair follicle is at a different stage of the growth cycle. You might need about 6-8 sessions to get the results you want. So do not expect instant results. It is also important to use sunscreen after your sessions.

Before getting a laser facial

Laser facials use a patented device that exfoliates, cleanses, and hydrates the skin. In addition, laser facials also treat problems like acne, acne scars, pigmentation, enlarged pores, melasma, fine lines, and wrinkles. It also uses chemical peels to lighten and brighten the skin. Some key benefits of laser facials are that it works on all skin types, outcomes are always consistent and immediate, and finally, no downtime is needed.

But you do need to take some due care before and after the facials like ceasing the use of retinoids, avoiding exposure to sunlight, and stopping acne medications at least two weeks before the treatment. It is essential to use sunscreen after the facial to protect the skin from harmful sun rays.

 Before chemical peel treatment

Chemical peels remove the topmost layer of the skin that contains dead skin cells to reveal the healthy layer of skin underneath. There are three types of peel light, medium, and deep. They bring out healthy skin underneath the dead skin.

Before getting a chemical peel treatment, stop using topical retinol (tretinoin or retin-A) at least two weeks before the treatment. It is vital to inform your specialist about any medications you are taking. Some of the common temporary side effects include redness, irritation, dryness, stinging, burning, and slight swelling. It is necessary to apply sunscreen religiously after the treatment. It protects the skin from the harmful rays of the sun.

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Debunking Skincare Myths

There are so many myths about skincare that people believe in and follow. Nobody stops to see if those are even true. To have clear radiant skin is everyone’s goal but to get there you will need to figure out what information is real and what is not.

A lot of the skincare products that people usually use are either ineffective and some skincare myths can even have bad repercussions. Some of the common skincare myths are as follows:

Myth: not washing your face causes acne

A lot of people are not aware that hygiene is not the cause of acne. Acne happens due to the oils produced by the skin, bacteria, clogged pores, and inflammation. Hormones and stress are the bigger triggers of acne.

Myth: only teenagers get acne

Acne does not just happen to teenagers. It occurs at all ages. Granted, it makes its first appearance during the teen years, but that happens because the body undergoes several changes and these changes in the hormones trigger the production of oils that causes acne.

Myth: eye creams don’t do anything

In fact, an eye cream can have many benefits if it contains the right ingredients required for your skin type. It also depends on your condition, for example, if you are dealing with under eye dark circles and puffiness, then eye creams that contain caffeine as the active ingredient will help reduce the puffiness and dark circles. Other ingredients- like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid will also help combat dark circles and puffiness.

Myth: you don’t need retinol until the age of 50

Retinol is gaining popularity because it works on the production of collagen. It also regulates the production of new skin once the dead skin falls off. It actively treats acne, unclogs pores, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, and works on evening the skin.

Myth: there is no need for sunscreen in winter

People often relate sunscreen with summer and often forget that the sun is all year round. A lack of heat does not necessarily protect you from the harmful rays of the sun. Despite being cloudy or foggy the UV rays of the sun can even penetrate the clouds and damage your skin. That is why it is very important to apply sunscreen every day! The UV rays cause fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation; it rapidly increases the process of aging, and sunscreen protects the skin from it.

Myth: The harder you exfoliate the skin the better

Exfoliating too many times can actually do more harm than good for your skin. Exfoliating once a week is more than sufficient. Giving your skin time to regenerate is also important, that is how one gets a natural glow.

Myth: Laser facials can adversely affect the skin

No, lasers do not harm your skin. They only penetrate 1-4 mm of the skin. They only treat the surface layers of the skin. In fact, the gentle heat from the laser applied to the epidermis stimulates the production of collagen and elastin replacing the old damaged skin cells. This is how laser gives a rejuvenating effect and reduces wrinkles and fine lines, making the skin look plump, soft, and smooth.

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Recommended treatments for Brides to be

The wedding day is one of the biggest days of a girl’s life and being a new married you deserve to glow differently and feel new. Try Avataar to get a new Avataar on your special day. Ditch the salon services and get laser skincare for instant and long-lasting results.

Laser skincare provides technologies that let you obtain critical skin care effects. They’re more effective than your common facials/body treatments, however, these are completely non-invasive (don’t involve injections or blood or cuts) like many other cosmetology treatments. There can be a little recuperation time involved (max 24 hours), but the effects are really well and worth it if desire radiant, youthful, and supple skin.

Must do treatments for the bride to be

Laser Hair Reduction

Go for Laser Hair Reduction treatment to get rid of body hair permanently and avoid the hassle of removing body hair every 2 weeks. Laser Hair Reduction is a painless treatment unlike waxing and takes almost equal time as other hair removal methods. Flaunt your smooth skin in every outfit and look confident in your wedding album.

Body Polishing

Take Body Polishing treatments for shiny moisturized skin. Our Diamond Skin Polishing uses refined crystals on the surface of the skin at high velocities to exfoliate dead skin cells and improves blood flow. This promotes cell regeneration which gives more youthful and glowing skin! 

Laser Facial

Laser facial includes using concentrated light from different resources to give you a medical-grade facial. It yields much better results than a salon facial. L It penetrates deeply to get to the root of the skin problem to get rid of it, giving you deeply rejuvenated skin that a salon facial cannot. Laser facials have been used to treat several skin problems (like dark spots, pigmentation, acne, etc.) for a very long time. Laser facials are extremely safe and generate permanent results.

Bikini Rejuvenation

With our Bikini Rejuvenation treatments, you can get a clean, smooth, whitened, and younger bikini and labia area. Avataar offers a combination of lasers and peels which are 100% safe and act on the topmost layer of the skin giving you a cleaner and whiter look without causing any harm to the sensitive skin down there.

Under Arm Rejuvenation

Similar to bikini rejuvenation, we offer treatments to reduce pigmentation in the axilla region. Get clean and smooth armpits with 100% safety and satisfaction in the comfort of your home.

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LHR vs. Waxing/Razor

Why choose laser hair reduction over waxing/razor?

1. Save money in the long run

Laser Hair Reduction is a permanent solution for body hair that costs more than getting waxing done at once but if you will calculate the amount you spend every month on waxing that automatically costs 100 times more than LHR.

2. Save your time

One session of Laser Hair Reduction takes around 30 minutes for one part of the body which is almost equal to getting waxing done but LHR gives you permanent relief from body hair whereas waxing is a temporary solution. After laser hair removal treatment, you no longer have to spend time shaving or going to appointments to get the hair waxed. You will have clean smooth skin without the hassle of shaving or waxing.

3. Get rid of ingrown hair

Laser Hair Reduction Treatment damages hair follicles within the skin that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth whereas waxing plucks body hair from inside the skin after a period of time hair follicles produce new hair which might result in ingrown hair and strawberry legs in some cases. LHR is a good option to choose if your skin gets ingrown hairs or strawberry legs after waxing.

4. Get painless hair reduction

Laser Hair Reduction is a completely painless process. The laser beam used in the process gives a sensation like tickling but it does not affect the skin or give any harm or pain

5. It’s a permanent solution

Most people see permanent, lasting results with laser hair reduction. In some cases, people may need a touch-up after a few months or years, but it is the best long-term solution to get rid of body hair.  

How does Laser Hair Reduction Work?

Laser hair removal is a procedure that uses a concentrated beam of light (laser) that is absorbed by the pigment melanin in the hair. The light energy then converts into heat, which damages the sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. Most people have permanent hair loss after an average of three to six sessions. A cooling gel mechanism is applied to the skin before starting the laser treatment to protect the skin from getting harmed. 

Laser Hair Treatment does not have any side effects; the only skin problem people face after the treatment is mild redness which goes away after a few hours. In some situations, you cannot take laser hair reduction treatments which are metal implants inside the body, pregnancy, nursing, and people with a history of keloid scars.