What are the benefits and risks of Brazilian bleaching in Ayurvedic practices?

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I am struggling with some skin concerns lately, and I can't help but wonder about Brazilian bleaching. I’ve heard mixed opinions about it. Like, is it really safe? I've been considering this treatment but I’m kind of concern about the long-term effects. My friend said she had Brazilian bleaching done and she loved it, but I've also read stories of people who've had horrible reactions! Just last week, I went to a clinic where they marketed Brazilian bleaching as the miracle solution for skin brightness. I'm all in for wanting to feel confident and fresh, especially now that it's summer and all, but what about the chemicals involved? Are they harmful? I mean, I wouldn’t want to trade off my skin’s health for just looking good for a few weeks, right? And, do you think that using Ayurvedic alternatives could be safer? I wanna know if there is a “natural” form of Brazilian bleaching or something similar, like maybe a herbal treatment or a soothing paste that wouldn’t strip my skin but lightens it effectively. I’ve tried some over-the-counter products before, but they haven’t worked much, and they were kinda harsh. I'm worried about the balance between beauty and safety. Any advice from your experiences? What should I look out for when considering Brazilian bleaching? Are there specific herbs or treatments you’d recommend as alternatives to Brazilian bleaching? I just wanna be sure before I make a decision and jump into anything.

Dr. Arun Desai · Accepted Answer

Hello Charlotte

NO ! ABSOLUTELY NOT ADVISABLE !!

• It's Social Media Hoax Created Hype About Labial Bleaching Misleading Quires Opinions Wrong Products Information Fake Marketing Fake Reviews Unprofessional & Not Research Backed Topics

• It's Trend In Females now a days to have Labial Bleaching.Many Women get under Trap as they are conscious about intimate cosmetics Desires.

• INTIMATE AREA BLEACHING PRODUCTS CONTAINS HARMFUL CHEMICALS like Hydroquinone Mercury Corticosteroid Bleaching agents which Surely Affect sensitive Intimate areas and leads Mild to Server Adverse reactions,Rashes Inflammation, Infections Ulcers and high risk of cancer.

• It may give Short Term effect but get Long term irreversible side effects.

• Color or Discoloration of Any Body part including Labia Genitals Depends upon lots of Factor Viz.Genetics Heridity issues Phases of Life ( Puberty Pregnancy Delivery Menopause Menstrual Phases etc ) Geography Hormonal issues Diet Lifestyle Factors Mechanical Friction Obesity Clothing Intimate Products chemicals Blood Circulation difference Metabolic Effects Infections etc

" INTIMATE AREA DARKENING IS NORMAL PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESS THAN PATHOLOGICAL "

• Body has Protective Melanin Pigment ( Black Pigment ) against such Harmful event to Counter.

• Melanosis is Physiological process ( Collection of Black Protective Melanin Pigment at Perticular area as protection).

• By Such Physiological changes the body will try to correct by its Own.
For Example :- During Pregnancy Lips Areola Genitals become darker and After Delivery it's normal by its Own.
If It's Unable then check for some Medical Conditions Under Gynecological Guidance and then Medicine interferes are needed

" SO ACCEPT THE FACT & PRIORITIZE UR SAFETY RESPECT & PROTECT WHAT NATURE HAS GIVEN TO YOU "

REGARDS

Dr Arun Desai

God Bless You 😊🙏

Dr. M.Sushma · Answer

As they contain chemicals i suggest better to avoid as they vl be too harsh to your skin

Dr. Prasad Pentakota · Answer

I don't know about the Brazilian bleaching products so I can't comment on that
But as per me 
Any bleaching agent will have side effects 
Rashes 
Itching 
Bleeding

Dr. Keerthana PV · Answer

Any bleaching may cause irritation/ Allergy to skin, so try to avoid risky things on your skin.

Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya · Answer

Hello Charlotte - your concern is valid and its great that you're thinking critically before going ahead with something like Brazilian bleaching as it involves delicate, intimate areas of skin

in this of bleaching chemicals like Hydroquinone, ionic acid, lactic acid etc are used or even strong peels. while some experience good results other face side effects like burning itching redness hyperpigmentation etc

severe allergic issue 
 it depends heavily on the ingredients, concentration used, skill and skin type and sensitivity
even if your friend had good experience your ski night respond differently

long term harsh chemical can disrupt your skin natural barrier

Herbal alternative -

natural brightening routine 2-3 times week
step 1- cleansing- rose water-1tsp allovera gel- 1 tsp
mix and clean area using cotton pad
pat dry with bowl

step 2- pack
Yastimadhu powder- 1 tsp + Manjistha powder-1/2tsp, Sandalwood powder-1/2 tsp.
cucumber juice 
mix, make paste apply leave for 10 minutes then wash it off with lukewarm water

step 3- moisturising skin
coconut oil cold pressed or alovera gel

Night routine- mix Kumkumadi oil with alovera gel apply gentle and leave it overnight

do not scrub harsh or hard
avoid tight synthetic clothing 
stay hydrated

follow this for 30-60 days and see magic

thank you
Dr. Maitri acharya

Dr. Prasad Pentakota · Answer

Thank you so much for sharing your honest thoughts and concerns. You are absolutely right to pause and reflect before undergoing any treatment. That could affect your skin, long-term health, especially delicate areas. Like those involved in Brazilian bleaching
Brazilian bleaching treatments, often involve chemical agents like hydroquinone, Kojic acid, glycolic acid and hydrogen peroxide which can give instant brightness, but meanwhile, they have some risk like skin, sensitivity and burns hyper pigmentation over time disruption of the skin barrier and with long chemical exposure, we can see disruption of skin barrier
Each person skin is different, so the that which was good to your friend is not mandatory that you have a same experience .in ayurveda We mainly concentrate on those which help you in natural skin glow, and even tone some effective treatments you can consider like herbal ubtan for intimate skin brightening
Mixture of white turmeric with sandalwood powder ST Madu powder. Add rose water with one spoon of aloe vera gel. Make a spoon paste. Apply for clean skin 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse with ecom water moisturise witth kumkumadi taila or coconut oil
Meanwhile, internal support for skin glow, you can take Manjista kashaya-1 teaspoon with 400 ML water boil until it remains hundred ML filter and drink on an empty stomach twice daily
Triphala churna- 1 teaspoon with  water drink at night
Avoid Harsh scrubs or acid based peels
Fragrance, soaps, or intimate washes
Ayurveda teachers us beauty is a reflection of balance and true confidence comes from caring for your skin. Inways  that nourishes  it not stress it.

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