Intimate bleaching is a popular add-on practice for hair removal. It has gained more popularity than ever over the years with clients, but this is a treatment that should only be performed by a professional to avoid complications and discomfort. Intimate bleaching can be performed on the genital area, inguinal, perineal, knee, elbow, and axilla areas. It can restore clients’ confidence with their appearance. When performing hair removal services, not only are dead cells removed but also the first layer of skin. For some, this treatment can cause hyperpigmentation or occur over time from hormonal changes. For these clients that are experiencing darkened spots in some areas of their body, intimate bleaching is the perfect treatment to offer as an add-on service. When clients come with this concern, professionals can customize a treatment for them and, since it is painless, will target the hyperpigmented areas. After each treatment, some clients can experience redness, swelling, and sensitivity. These side effects usually are resolve within 24 hours. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE With more than 20 years of experience in the beauty field, Anabel De La Vega is a certified licensed specialist, reflexologist, herbologist, crystal healer, instructor, and presenter. She has training and experience in Japanese and Chinese facials, Indian treatments, morpho-lymphatic drainage, and more. De La Vega has received education in China, Thailand, India, and the United States. In 2013, she received an aesthetician of the year award. De La Vega is the published author of “Tao the Art of Relaxation” and is also a guest speaker at the International Congress of Esthetics and Spa. Want to read more? Subscribe to one of our monthly plans to continue reading this article.