Raise the Roof with These Underarm Whitening Treatments

Having dark underarms is a social stigma, especially in the Philippines. It shouldn’t be a cause for worry or embarrassment, but if it does bother you, here are some dermatological treatments to lighten dark underarms.

Miracle Light Laser
WHAT: Miracle Light Laser is a quick, “lunchtime” rejuvenation treatment that delivers instant glowing skin with no downtime.
FOR: This works best as your maintenance for an already bright skin.
HOW: Your underarms will be cleansed prior to the passing of laser light on the area. You will feel light pulses aimed at the underarms on a slow stroke for whitening purposes, followed by fast strokes for rejuvenation purposes.
FREQUENCY: It is recommended to do this procedure once every 2 weeks for a series of sessions to achieve your desired results.
CONTRAINDICATION: For safety reasons, this procedure is not allowed for pregnant and lactating women. Accutane intake must also be discontinued at least 6 months prior to the treatment.

Picotone Laser
WHAT: PicoTone Laser delivers picosecond pulses of light that hits deeper into the skin to progressively lighten and rejuvenate the skin with no downtime.
FOR: It works best for pigmented skin and initial results are usually seen a few days after the treatment.
HOW: Your underarms will be cleansed prior to the passing of laser light on the area. Multiple shots will be aimed directly to your underarms. You may feel a minimal stinging discomfort but is otherwise tolerable. Post-laser creams (hydrocortisone and mupirocin) will be applied to reduce redness and to avoid bacterial infection.
FREQUENCY: It is recommended to do this procedure once every 2 weeks for a series of sessions to achieve your desired results.
CONTRAINDICATION: For safety reasons, this procedure is not allowed for pregnant and lactating women. Accutane intake must also be discontinued at least 6 months prior to the treatment.

Tranex
WHAT: Tranex is the application of a whitening solution (a combination of Azelaic Acid, Resorcinol, and Phytic Acid) to treat dark spots and pigmentation.
FOR: It works best for pigmented skin. Achieve maximum results when paired with Miracle Light Laser.
HOW: Your underarms will be cleansed prior to the application of the Tranex solution, which will be left on the area for 10 to 15 minutes. During this process, a fan for ventilation will be directed to the area when an itching or tingling sensation occurs. Once the solution is removed, a neutralizing solution will be dampened on the underarms to avoid further irritation.
FREQUENCY: It is recommended to do this procedure once every 2 weeks for a series of sessions to achieve your desired results.
CONTRAINDICATION: For safety reasons, this procedure is not allowed for pregnant and lactating women. It is also not allowed for those with skin irritation or peeling. Be reminded that you cannot wash the treatment area 24 hours post-treatment.

3-Day Peeling
WHAT: For some cases, though very rarely, Dr. Pie recommends undergoing a 3-Day Peeling procedure. It’s an exfoliation treatment to remove dead skin cells and even out the skin tone, enhancing the overall quality of the skin.
FOR: This treatment is for anyone who wants total exfoliation; however, consultation with our doctor is required before undergoing the treatment.
HOW: The peeling solution is applied on the underarms three times, with a 10-minute gap in between to allow the solution to dry. During this process, a fan for ventilation will be directed to the underarm area to keep it dry. This will be done for three consecutive days.
FREQUENCY: It is recommended to have at least 1 or 2 sessions to achieve your desired results. The next session should be done a month after your first session, but consultation with our doctor is required prior to this.
CONTRAINDICATION: For safety reasons, this procedure is not allowed for pregnant and lactating women. It is also not allowed for those with skin irritation or peeling. Be reminded that you cannot wash the treatment area 24 hours post-treatment. Avoid sun exposure to prevent skin irritation.

Whatever you decide on trying, it is best to undergo a consultation with our doctor to know the best course of action for your skin care needs, especially that the skin on the underarms is very sensitive to irritation. For more information, please do send us a message here or on our social media pages @mannyandpiecalayanclinic.