Having whiter and brighter skin is the dream of some people. One way to achieve this is by injecting chromosomes. However, before you decide to use chromosomal injections, come on, know in advance what the content in it and whether this method is safe to do or not.
Various innovations to make skin whiter are growing in the world of beauty, and one of them is chromosomal injection. This injectable product contains an agent or substance that is claimed to be able to inhibit the SLC24A5 gene.
This gene is known to produce a protein with the code NCKX5 which plays a role in the formation of melanin, the pigment substance that determines human skin color.
Are SLC24A5 Chromosome Injection Products Safe to Use?
To determine whether a health product is declared safe or not for humans, a series of studies are needed. This research was conducted to find out how it works, safe effective dosage, and side effects of a product. Initially, the research will be carried out on tissues or animals in the laboratory.
If it is declared safe, then clinical testing is carried out with human research subjects. So, it can be concluded that a product whose benefits and safety in living and animal tissues are not widely known cannot be used directly on humans.
To date, there has not been sufficient research on the benefits of injection of the chromosomal inhibitor SLC24A5 in humans. The research that has been done has only been in the form of trials on animals, such as: zebrafish and albino frogs, as well as stem cells taken from the skin of newborns.
So, chromosomal injection products cannot be said to be safe to use to lighten the skin. Further research is still needed to ensure the effectiveness and safety of using this injection product.
Some beauty clinics may provide white injection therapy which is done directly by a doctor. However, the therapy may not use products that contain chromosomes, but stem cells or vitamin C.
Therefore, you are advised to be more careful. It should also be noted that the many chromosomal injection products on the market may not contain a true SLC24A5 chromosomal inhibitor, but other substances that can be harmful to health.
What Skin Lightening Products Have Been Proven Safe?
If you want to whiten your skin, you still have to be wise in choosing products that are safe to use to brighten your skin.
If you don't have the time or opportunity to consult a doctor, you can use products with natural ingredients that have been proven safe to lighten the skin, such as beta carotene, extracts tea tree, soya bean, oats, and licorice.
If you want to use drugs or chemical-based products to whiten your skin, you need to consult with your doctor first. Remember, avoid products that contain mercury because it can damage the skin.
Products containing hydroquinone and corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone, fluocinolone, or betamethasone, are also not recommended for use without a doctor's prescription because they can cause serious side effects.
In addition to using skin lightening products, you also need to regularly use sunscreen (sunscreen) with sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 to avoid the risk of occurrence sunburn and other skin disorders due to sun exposure. Apply sunscreen every 2-3 hours if you are outdoors during the day.
If you feel that you are not compatible with a skin whitening product or the use of these products does not give the desired results, do not hesitate to consult a dermatologist.
The doctor will examine your skin to determine the right therapy. In addition to providing therapy with drugs, doctors can also perform various cosmetic procedures, such as skin lightening with laser light.
Written by:
dr. Alya Hananti