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2024.09.30
Boost the Effects of Skin Treatments with Beauty IVs and Supplements? Reduce Downtime? A Cosmetic Physician Explains
To maximize your beauty, care for both the inside and outside is essential. We aim to bring advanced anti-aging treatments, such as peptide therapy common overseas, to our Japanese patients. While aesthetic medical approaches may offer more gradual results, they are crucial for building the foundation that supports beauty and youth. We combine nutritional therapy and lifestyle improvements with hormone replacement, peptide therapy, and regenerative medicine to propose personalized treatment plans. We provide long-term support for health and beauty from within.
Hello, everyone.
I am Yoko Maeda, the supervising physician at BIANCA Aesthetic Medicine.
Profile of Dr. Yoko Maeda, Director of Aesthetic Medicine
Completed initial training at Okinawa Prefectural Nanbu Medical Center and Children's Medical Center. Worked in the Department of Radiology at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine and at an aesthetic clinic. Encountered high-dose vitamin C intravenous therapy at a seminar by the Intravenous Therapy Research Society. Studied abroad as a Research Fellow at the Riordan Clinic in the United States. Achieved notable accomplishments, including passing the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine's specialist certification exam at the youngest age.
Currently serving as a Medical Director of Aesthetic Medicine at BIANCA. The role of a Medical Director of Aesthetic Medicine is to approach healthy beauty by caring for the body from within. As a professional in anti-aging care that treats aging from the inside out, I support patients in improving their constitution and maintaining a youthful appearance for years to come by proposing personalized treatments such as natural hormone replacement therapy, peptide therapy, and supplement therapy.
<Professional Affiliations and Qualifications>
・Director, Japanese Society of Aesthetic Medicine
・American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Certified Specialist
・A4M Anti-Aging, Metabolism, and Functional Medicine Fellowship
・Certified Chelation Specialist, American Academy of Advanced Medical Sciences
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BIANCA offers a wide range of treatments, including comprehensive beauty IV drips and supplement menus. These treatments replenish nutrients depleted by aging or cosmetic procedures through IV drips and supplements, providing anti-aging care from within—truly the essence of aesthetic medicine.
This time, we'll discuss the beauty IV drips and oral medications recommended at BIANCA.
Consistency makes the difference|Beauty IV Drips

Beauty IV therapy is a treatment that directly infuses nutrients often lacking in the body into the bloodstream via IV, providing anti-aging care from within. The benefits of beauty IV therapy include a relatively short treatment time of just a few tens of minutes and virtually no downtime.
<Effects of Beauty IV Drips>
◆Skin Moisturizing and Brightening
◆Antioxidant Effects
◆Fatigue Recovery
◆Boosting Immunity
Some doctors don't prioritize cosmetic IV drips because they aren't an immediate treatment solution, but from a cosmetic medicine perspective, I believe it's beneficial to get them.
When actually undergoing IV or oral medication treatments, you'll be amazed by their effectiveness! Even if you don't feel the effects immediately after starting, continuing for several months will show a noticeable difference in the before-and-after results compared to those not receiving IV or oral treatments.
The frequency of cosmetic IV drips varies depending on the medication and your physical condition, so we'll determine it together through consultation. There are various types of cosmetic IV drips, including those recommended for use alongside skin treatments and those expected to help reduce downtime after cosmetic surgery.
This time, we'll pick out a few of them to introduce.
Recommended for use alongside skin treatments|High-concentration Vitamin C IV Drip
High-concentration vitamin C IV drips are a popular beauty treatment at BIANCA. While other clinics also offer vitamin and mineral IV drips, the ingredients used in the drips are not the same everywhere. Therefore, we recommend checking the ingredients carefully rather than choosing based solely on price.
BIANCA's high-concentration vitamin C IV drip features a high concentration of vitamin C. It helps repair skin collagen and improve dullness. Since vitamins are water-soluble, most of what you take in supplements is excreted in urine. The appeal of IV infusion is that it allows for more effective vitamin absorption.
Additionally, it contains magnesium, calcium, and B vitamins to support protein and metabolic functions. While there are various types of B vitamins, collectively they are expected to aid in cell repair and maintain skin vitality.
This is a beauty IV drip we recommend using alongside your regular skin treatments.
Accelerate Postoperative Recovery|Postoperative IV Drip

Many people think, "I want cosmetic surgery, but the downtime is a problem..."
There are also edema-reducing IV drips containing ingredients that improve swelling and promote wound healing to help injuries heal faster.
The Edema Reduction IV is recommended for reducing swelling after cosmetic surgery.
Vitamin C's antioxidant properties and collagen-boosting effects accelerate wound healing, while magnesium's circulation-enhancing and anti-inflammatory actions reduce swelling. Additionally, it contains ingredients that reduce oxidative stress and promote utilization, all contributing to post-operative recovery.
If you are considering a procedure that may cause swelling as part of the recovery period, please consider this option.
Home Care to Speed Recovery|Postoperative Oral Medication Set

Supplements can also help speed up recovery after cosmetic surgery. Taking them consistently at home can help reduce downtime.
For post-surgery home care, we recommend our Post-Surgery Oral Supplement Set. As a cosmetic medicine specialist, I supervised its formulation to provide all the essential components needed to minimize downtime and promote optimal recovery. It includes nutrients often difficult to obtain through daily life, such as:
<Postoperative Oral Medication Set Contents>
◆Essential Amino Acid-X…Promotes cell regeneration and repair, accelerating wound healing.
◆C250 + Alpha-Lipoic Acid…【C250】Promotes collagen production, 【Alpha-Lipoic Acid】Strengthens antioxidant defense
◆Zinc (with lactic acid bacteria minerals)…Promotes new cell generation and normalizes skin turnover
◆Vitamins A, D, E, and K Micelles... [Vitamin A] Promotes skin regeneration [Vitamin D] Suppresses inflammation, etc.
Beyond mere beauty, BIANCA pursues a state of health for both mind and body. Our oral supplement set not only accelerates post-procedure recovery but also enhances cosmetic results.
You might wonder, "Isn't this different from the supplements prescribed for regular skin treatments?" The postoperative oral supplement set is characterized by its higher dosage. It contains substantial amounts of amino acids and vitamins to support the body temporarily weakened by surgery.
Some may wonder if protein supplements, which provide a balanced intake of amino acids, would suffice. However, since amino acids themselves are easier to digest and absorb than protein, we've formulated this supplement with pure amino acids. This tailored formulation specifically addresses the needs of the post-operative body.
To boost your resilience, we recommend taking all four types, but you can adjust the dosage to suit what you can manage. Feel free to ask us for advice.

Recently, the importance of medical aesthetics has been growing, and various beauty clinics have started prescribing oral medications. The key is choosing truly effective beauty IV drips and oral medications. We will recommend the most suitable oral medications based on each patient's condition and concerns.
If you're interested in anti-aging care from the inside out, please come in for a consultation.
