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2024.06.29
Are you ignoring darkened elbows? A doctor's guide to elbow care!
With deep medical insight cultivated as an internal medicine specialist, I bridge aesthetic surgery, dermatology, and internal medicine. Having spent my childhood in China, I communicate fluently in Japanese, Chinese, English, and Korean. Possessing an international perspective—evidenced by invitations to present at overseas conferences—I actively promote techniques as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for GOURI and REJURAN®. My specialty procedures include double eyelid surgery, skin-nurturing boosters, and body hyaluronic acid treatments. My approach leverages the holistic understanding of the body cultivated through internal medicine to guide patients toward natural, healthy beauty.
Ever noticed dark spots on your elbows?
Precisely because it's an area you can't easily see yourself, it's the part that suddenly catches your attention when you notice someone else looking at it.
Actually, the elbows are often called the “second profile,” as they're an area where age and lifestyle habits tend to show.
This time, Dr. Senki Akashi of BIANCA CLINIC explains solutions for the three major concerns of darkened, dry, and wrinkled elbows from a medical professional's perspective.
BIANCA Akashi Senki, MD Profile
Spent childhood in China and is trilingual in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. After graduating from Nagoya University School of Medicine, she specialized in internal medicine with a focus on diabetes and endocrinology, becoming a board-certified internist. Subsequently, she gained experience performing over 5,000 surgical procedures and injectable treatments at a major cosmetic surgery clinic, later serving as director of a clinic in central Tokyo. She specializes in eye area surgeries, particularly double eyelid suture procedures and dark circle treatments. Currently at BIANCA Clinic, he supports patients in achieving a naturally beautiful glow from the inside out, encompassing all aspects of cosmetic surgery, medical aesthetics, and cosmetic dermatology.
＜Professional Affiliations and Qualifications＞
・Japanese Society of Internal Medicine Board-Certified Internist
・Japanese Diabetes Society
・Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
・Japanese Society of Anti-Aging Medicine
＜Check out more information about Dr. Akashi Senki's Aesthetic Medicine here＞
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The elbows are a part of the body where signs of aging tend to show easily.
When you hear “areas where age shows easily,” many people probably think of the “neck.” Actually, the next area to pay attention to is the "elbow."
Elbows are hard to see in the mirror, so we tend to neglect caring for them. However, they're surprisingly noticeable to others, and they especially draw attention during short-sleeved seasons.
Additionally, the skin on the elbows is thick and prone to dryness and friction, making it susceptible to problems like darkening, roughness, and wrinkles.
The Three Major Elbow Concerns and Their Solutions
The three most common elbow-related concerns are likely the following:
① Dark spots
Dark spots occur when melanin accumulates due to friction, dryness, or disrupted skin turnover.
As countermeasures, hydroquinone and otherTopical medication containing whitening ingredientsWell,Peeling treatmentcan be cited.
Boost skin metabolism and help eliminate melanin.
② Flaky
The powdery, flaky texture is caused by dryness-induced thickening of the skin's outer layer.
To remove old dead skin cells,Scrub cleaningやRegular moisturizing careLet's do it.
At medical institutionsChemical PeelIt is also one option.
③ Wrinkles
As skin laxity and subcutaneous fat decrease, drape-like wrinkles become more noticeable.
Home care is difficult to improve,Hyaluronic acid injectionVolume compensation may be effective in some cases.
Hyaluronic acid isn't just for your face! Elbow hyaluronic acid for a youthful-looking body
Elbow Hyaluronic Acid: ¥84,700 and up
Downtime: Redness, swelling, and bruising may occur (lasting a few days)
For those concerned about wrinkles on their elbows, we recommend:Hyaluronic acid injection.
With an injection of about 1 to 2 cc per elbow, wrinkles and unevenness are smoothed out, making you look significantly younger.
Elbow Hyaluronic Acid: ¥84,700 and up
Downtime: Redness, swelling, and bruising may occur (lasting a few days)
Many people feel the effects after just one session, but a more natural result can be expected with about two injections.
The elbow is a challenging site for injections.Treatment by an experienced physician is essential.Therefore, choose your clinic and primary care physician carefully.
Bianca Clinic actively performs hyaluronic acid injections for the elbows, aiming to achieve both safety and beauty.
【Summary】Leave darkened elbows and wrinkles to BIANCA!
The elbows are a surprisingly noticeable part that shapes the impression of your back view.
When it comes to skin care, we tend to focus only on the face, but areas like the elbows—those “out-of-sight” spots—hold the key to projecting a clean, youthful appearance.
If you feel you've reached the limits of self-care, please consider coming in for counseling.
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※This article is intended for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any specific disease. If you have health concerns, please consult your physician.
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