Feeding my Vanity: Ultrapeel Day

I underwent Ultra Peel procedure today. It's a procedure wherein the dermatologist performs several applications of 10% TCA on your problematic areas. The skin will peel by itself for several days resulting to a lighter, smoother skin surface.

And where are my problematic areas?.... dan-da-ran.....my dark underams and elbows! ha!ha!

Dark underarms are mainly caused by shaving and using deodorants that contain harsh ingredients that can darken the skin. I've been doing these for several months...years now... and so I have to face the consequences ...dark underarms!!!!!!!

Ideally, laser hair removal is the recommended procedure to solve the problem of constant shaving, plucking or waxing. But of course, if you can't have the laser treatment, then waxing or plucking is the next best thing. And because I'm super lazy(!!!!!), I just resorted to the easiest thing to do...shaving! So guys...take it from me...don't shave!!!! ha!ha!

And for the deodorants or anti-perspirants, I've always been trying out new products that would suit me...Even those with "glutathione" which they say can lighten the skin....but I see no change at all!!! So now, I'm going to use Milcu underarm powder as recommended because it doesn't have any additional harsh chemicals or fragrance that can darken the skin.

Now, if you're using Milcu but has a problem with excessive perspiration, I also have a solution for that but that's another blog entry! :)

My New Skin Regimen

Out of the blue, my sister suggested that I change my skin regimen this morning. Probably it's because I've always complimented that her skin has become more radiant and clearer now. So to help me in my quest for finer and blemish-free face (ha!ha!), she instructed me to use the following:

1. green transparent soap with salicylic acid to clean my face
2. Nuderm Supreme Lightening Clarifiance Toner - 2x a day
3. Clindamycin Solution - 2 x day
4. Nuderm Dermage 0.05% cream - at night

Of course, she also reminded me to always wear sunscreen everytime I go out. Right now, I'm using Floxia cream which is both a sunscreen (with SPF 50) and skin tint.

My Weekly Dose Of IV Glutathione

Obviously I am vain. And since I am Filipina, I share the sentiments of most girls who want that whiter, clearer and glowing skin!!! Ideally I should be getting IV Glutathione weekly but because of sheer laziness and of course, my sister's busy schedule, I've been receiving it once every 2-3 weeks. Unlike, the diamond peel which I've learned to do on my own, it's impossible for me insert the needle through my vein on my own! ha!ha!

So anyway, what is glutathione?

Glutathione is the body’s master antioxidant. It is a small protein produced naturally in our cells when certain required elements are present. It functions both as an antioxidant and an antitoxin and is a major defense system against illness and aging.

Glutathione has been shown to slow down the aging process, detoxify and improve liver function, strengthen the immune system, and reduce the chances of developing cancer. Glutathione also works to help improve mental functions, increase energy, improve concentration, permit increased exercise, and improve heart and lung function.

Skin whitening is a side effect of oral or intravenous glutathione (IV route is preferred for faster results) over the skin pigment, melanin , which is responsible for skin color and tone. Glutathione reduces stimulation of melanin which leads to a whiter skin tone or color. Effects for whitening will depend on patient's skin pigmentation . Visible effects of skin tone change are usually noticeable after the third to fourth sessions of intravenous injection of glutathione.

A 10cc syringe attached to a butterfly needle.

Remaining vials of IV Glutathione

Diamond Peel Day

I didn't work today because of the weather so I decided to ask my sister how to operate our diamond peel machine. We bought a portable one a few months back but I always depended on my sister to do it for me. The problem with me is that I'm just too lazy in taking care of my body (but not lazy enough to surf the net! ha!ha!)!

So what is a diamond peel machine? This is a machine which is used to improve skin texture and to lighten dark pigmentations. It helps rejuvenate the skin and at the same time, remove dead skin cells which results to a healthier and smoother skin. It also helps remove fine skin lines. To get that glowing skin faster, one session every week is the recommendation of my dermatologist (sister!).

Here is our Diamond Peel Microdermabrasion Machine. It looks like a big make-up kit from afar!


Taadaa! Here's what the machine looks like inside.

These are the different diamond heads (I'm not sure about the term...) which are used depending on what area of the body you're working at.