Why is it that after dripping vitamins, I still don't get "white skin"?
- Nabi
- Jul 18
- 6 min read
Updated: Jul 26
In this era where many people turn to take care of their skin from the inside, skin vitamin drips have become a popular choice that has gained more attention because it has the advantage of being fast in restoring skin health, replenishing important nutrients, and helping the skin look naturally clearer. However, some people may feel disappointed when the drip is not as “white” as expected. So what causes this? Today, Pure Clinic will explain in detail and provide advice on how to take care of yourself to see the best results.
What is a vitamin drip and how does it help your skin?
Vitamin drip (IV Drip) is the delivery of vitamins and nutrients directly into the bloodstream, which the body can absorb immediately. It is suitable for people who need an urgent body boost, such as dull skin from staying up late, working hard, or being physically weak. Pure Clinic's vitamin formulas are designed by a team of doctors to suit each person's skin problems and lifestyles, such as formulas for clear skin, moisturized skin, reducing dullness, or helping to fight free radicals.
Why doesn't my vitamin drip make me white?
Many people misunderstand that vitamin drip will make your skin "white" instantly. But in fact, vitamin drip does not work like "skin bleaching medicine". But it helps nourish the skin to be strong, bright, reduce dullness and look healthy. Whether the results are clear or not depends on many factors as follows:
1. Inconsistent drip: The body needs “consistency” to strengthen the skin from within.
Vitamins and nutrients given through drip into the bloodstream, even though they are absorbed almost 100% and faster than normal eating, the body still has to naturally metabolize and excrete them. For example, vitamin C, which is a water solution, will be excreted in the urine within 24-48 hours. If it is not taken continuously, it will not be able to maintain the levels of vitamins necessary to stimulate collagen production and fight free radicals in the skin.
In the clinic, doctors usually recommend dripping every week at least 3-5 times in the beginning to allow the body's system to receive enough vitamins and accelerate the recovery of damaged skin. The recovery process may take 2-3 months, after which the frequency is gradually reduced to 1-2 times a month in the long term to maintain the results. Leaving it too long will cause the skin to return to its original state.
2. Not taking care of your skin after the drip: Protecting your skin from external “destroyers” is the key.
After the drip, the body will be in a state of “ready to repair” the skin. If you do not supplement your skin care from the outside, such as not applying sunscreen (especially SPF50+ PA+++, which can filter UVB rays by more than 98%) or being exposed to strong sunlight without protection, free radicals from UV light will destroy new skin cells that have just been nourished.
In addition, not using a nourishing cream to strengthen the skin barrier will cause the vitamins and antioxidants to be destroyed faster than normal. Therefore, they should be taken care of together to ensure that the drip results are long-lasting and clearly visible.
3. Unfavorable lifestyle behavior: Good skin is not just about vitamins, but also about “balance of the body’s systems”.
Not getting enough sleep (less than 6 hours per night) causes the body to produce high levels of the stress hormone “cortisol,” which directly reduces skin repair and collagen production, as well as increases inflammation within the skin.
At the same time, behaviors such as smoking and drinking alcohol reduce the effectiveness of vitamins C, A and E, which are essential for skin nourishment, and cause capillaries to constrict, reducing blood flow to the skin.
Even though you receive concentrated vitamins from dripping, if your body systems are out of balance, you will not be able to use them to repair and restore effectively. Therefore, you must always control your lifestyle.
4. Vitamins do not match your skin problems: Each skin type requires a “specific formula” for targeted results.
Each person's body has different skin conditions and problems, such as some people have dark skin from accumulated sun exposure, some people have skin inflammation from acne, or some people have low immunity. Therefore, each type of vitamin is designed to meet different needs. Choosing a drip formula without first evaluating the skin may result in unclear results or not responding as expected.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an important antioxidant for the skin. It helps stimulate the production of collagen , which is the main structure of the skin. It helps the skin look firm, smooth and reduces wrinkles. It also helps inhibit the enzyme tyrosinase, which plays a role in the production of melanin, making the skin look brighter and reducing dark spots.
For clear skin results, vitamin C is the core of any drip formula that should be used appropriately.
Vitamin B-Complex
The B-complex vitamins are a group of several B vitamins that work together, such as B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12, which play a role in repairing skin cells, enhancing energy metabolism, and reducing skin inflammation. Vitamins B3 (niacinamide) and B5 (pantothenic acid) help reduce oiliness, reduce inflammation, and restore acne-prone skin. They are suitable for those with sensitive skin, or those prone to acne.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
Vitamin B12 plays an important role in the nervous system and red blood cell production , but it also helps with skin, especially in stimulating the process of cell division and repairing skin tissue.
It also has the ability to reduce internal inflammation, suitable for people who do not get enough rest, are easily stressed, or have a weak immune system, which makes the skin dull and dull easily.
Vitamin Concentration: The “Probable Results” or “Ineffective” Decision Point
In addition to the type of vitamin, the “concentration” of the substance in each formula is also an important variable, such as:
Normal Concentrated Formula: Suitable for general skin care, basic recovery, suitable for beginners.
Extra concentrated formula (High Dose): Contains more vitamins. Suitable for those with dull skin, need urgent repair, or those who cannot drip frequently.
5. Unreasonable expectations about “white skin”
Our skin contains “Melanin” which protects the body from UV rays. Whiteness also depends on each person’s genetics. Thai people especially live in environments with strong sunlight, which results in them having naturally dark skin genes as a mechanism to protect the skin from sunlight. Vitamin drips cannot change skin genetics, but they can help reduce excess melanin production and reduce dark spots.
Therefore, vitamin drips cannot make people with naturally dark skin white like Europeans, but they can make the skin tone appear brighter and “brighter” than before, naturally, by 1-2 levels.
What you should hope for is “healthy skin” that looks full, radiant, and glowing, not “white and floating” in an unnatural way. Understanding the nature of your skin and giving it time to heal properly will help the results last longer and be safer.
How to take care of yourself so that your vitamin drip is effective
Always consult an expert to choose the right formula for you.
Drip regularly 3-4 times per month at first, as recommended.
Drink plenty of water and avoid activities that harm your skin, such as lack of sleep and drinking alcohol.
Avoid strong sunlight and apply sunscreen regularly.
Don't rush to expect results. Give it time and observe the gradual changes.
Don't just expect results, but pay attention to "how to take care of yourself".
Good results start with proper understanding and continuous care. Vitamin drips are just one tool, but having healthy skin from within requires discipline and consistency. Choose Pure Clinic to let us help you take care of every step professionally.
Why drip at Pure Clinic?
Pure Clinic is a beauty clinic in Bangna area, providing special vitamin drip service, using high quality vitamins, safe, and effective in a warm, minimalist atmosphere. It is conveniently located near BTS Bearing, has parking, and offers various promotions and the Pure Member system, which provides special privileges such as discount coupons and program purchases at special prices.
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