SmoothWHITE Underarms Whitening Singapore
Improve stubborn hyperpigmentation and lighten 2 – 3 shades in just 1 session! Contact us for consultation opportunities, pricing, eligibility and more. Eligible for Atome Installment payments.
Dark underarms, or hyperpigmentation in the armpit area, can affect your confidence and comfort, especially when wearing sleeveless outfits. At Blush, our SmoothWHITE Underarm Whitening Treatment offers a scientifically backed solution to reduce pigmentation and enhance the skin’s natural radiance, ensuring an effective armpit whitening treatment.
What Causes Dark Armpits?
Many people experience darkening of the armpits due to various factors such as friction, shaving, and the use of certain deodorants. Our armpit whitening treatment targets the root cause of pigmentation through advanced depigmentation techniques, including Dermamelan® and SR Light Therapy. This treatment is ideal for those looking to achieve a brighter, more even skin tone in the underarm area.
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What is SmoothWHITE?
SmoothWHITE is Blush’s unique depigmentation treatment, which is applicable for intimate areas, underarms, joints and more.
It is a combination of
- Topical Dermamelan® Intimate Depigment Treatments expertly applied in our salon,
- Intermittent Skin Rejuvenation (SR) Light Therapy Sessions, which uses the combination of radiofrequency and light waves to restore your skin and clear dark spots,
- Complemented by home-care product application.
The 16-week long treatment program consists of two Depigment Peel Treatments sessions and three SR Light Therapy sessions and includes home-care products.
Why Choose Blush for Underarm Whitening?
Topical Dermamelan® Intimate Depigment Treatments
We utilise the highly effective Dermamelan® Intimate Depigment cream into our treatment program. This topical treatment is specifically formulated to target stubborn pigmentation, offering an additional layer of efficacy. Dermamelan® is known for its ability to inhibit the melanin production process, ensuring that the dark spots are not only reduced but also prevented from reoccurring. Skin Rejuvenation Light Therapy In addition to the Depigmentation Treatment, we utilise the latest Skin Rejuvenation (SR) light therapy technology specifically designed to address hyperpigmentation in delicate areas like the underarms. It targets melanin, breaking down excess pigmentation while promoting an even skin tone.
Customized Treatment Plans
Every individual’s skin is different, which is why our treatments are never one-size-fits-all. During your initial consultation, our specialists will assess your skin’s condition and create a personalised treatment plan that aligns with your specific needs and goals.
Safe, Non-Invasive Procedure
Our treatment is non-invasive, ensuring that the procedure is safe with minimal discomfort. There is no need for any downtime, meaning you can immediately return to your daily activities post-treatment.
Professional Expertise and Care
Our team comprises highly trained and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing the best underarm whitening in Singapore. With a deep understanding of skin physiology, they ensure that each session is conducted with precision and care.
The Underarm Whitening Treatment Process
Our SmoothWHITE treatment program utilises an exclusive dual action mechanism to ensure long-lasting results while preventing pigmentary rebound, with the goal of accelerating skin renewal and exfoliation, effectively reducing the appearance of existing spots. Additionally, its regulatory action targets the root cause of the issue, minimising the development of new spots. Here’s how our underarm whitening in Singapore looks like:
1. Comprehensive Consultation and Skin
Your journey to brighter underarms begins with a thorough consultation. Our experts will assess your skin type, degree of pigmentation, and any underlying conditions that may affect treatment. This step is crucial in designing a personalised plan that effectively combines Dermamelan® Intimate Depigment Treatment with SR Light Therapy for optimal results.
2. Professional Dermamelan® Depigment Treatment
Dermamelan® Professional Solutions is applied to initiate the depigmentation process. We use the full Dermamelan® professional kit, including the peel solution and mask to deliver medical-grade results that go beyond over-the-counter products. This advanced formula works by inhibiting melanin production, effectively reducing existing pigmentation and preventing new dark spots from forming.
3. Skin Rejuvenation Light Therapy
The treatment involves targeting dark pigmentation in the underarm area, breaking down melanin, and promoting an even skin tone. Each session lasts approximately 20 to 30 minutes and is designed to be comfortable and quick.
4. Post-Treatment Care and Maintenance
Proper aftercare is essential for achieving long-lasting results. Our team will provide you with detailed instructions on how to care for your skin post-treatment, including how to continue using Dermamelan® Intimate Products at home to maintain and enhance your results.
What Client Says
With over 650+ perfect five-star Google reviews, Blush SG is the best-rated beauty salon in Singapore. Our clients consistently praise our expertise, comfort-focused treatments, and lasting results. Rest assure, you’re in safe hands.
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I had such a great experience with my waxing session! The place was super clean and hygienic, and Jess was both professional and gentle. She explained the process and made me feel comfortable the whole time. Minimal pain, and the results were super smooth with no irritation. Will definitely be back!
Very good service. Also the staff very kind and approachable. Highly recommended. I always do the hair removal here. More power!
Been a loyal customer Blush since 2019 after my friend introduced me to them and I must say their standards have been improving ever since. All the staff are trained professionals and I am comfortable with almost everyone. Highly recommend them for your hair removal needs! ☺️
I highly recommend this place! Securing an appointment was quick and easy via WhatsApp. The team is friendly, provides excellent service, and prices are transparent and competitive. My favorite feature is their cozy and calming rooms. 👍🏽
Rachel has been attending to me for most of my sessions here. Not hard selling, helpful and very welcoming. Highly recommend this place for this intimate service.
“I’ve been going to Blush for 14 years and experience has been amazing! The staff are incredibly professional and make you feel comfortable throughout the process. The treatments are effective. The salon is clean, well-maintained, and the team is always friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend if you’re looking for quality IPL treatments!
Excellent service by Jess , she’s very experienced, knowledgeable & professional staff, been her regular client for many years , highly recommend !
went 2 times and it is always a lovely experience here as the therapists are friendly and patient! and it’s surprisingly not as pain too!!
I had a great experience at Blush. The staff was professional and friendly, making me feel comfortable throughout the process. The results were amazing, and the treatment was both effective and painless. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality hair removal services!
I have been here a few times for Brazilian waxing. They have good service and great attitude and made my experience so much more pleasant. Great job and thank you for helping me.
Been coming to Blush for the past year and I say there professionalism, ease of booking and competency does not pale to other wax parlours. Jess in particular is very skilful and got my Brazilian done in a speedy manner. Highly recommended
I come here once every four to six months, and I only visit here. The reason is that the staff are kind and so nice, so I will visit here again next time.
Awesome service by Blush! Super friendly staff.. have been taking their service for a years now still i love it so much…. Super satisfied customer!
Been a regular here and loved their professional and attentive service! Every therapist is skillful and provide useful advice when needed. 10/10 recommend!
I have been with May and Blush for more than 5 years. They are amazing - so patient and so professional. It feels like am co'mi'g here. My skin has been so smooth and well taken care off. It's such a wonderful experience - their studios are so clean q'd well maintained. May always checks in on how much pain it is
I’ve came to blush for more than a year and I really enjoyed the service here. They are very delicate.
waxing was less painful than what i have done at other waxing parlour! booking was fuss free and therapists here are very friendly. 🙂 will visit again!
Had my first visit to Blush today and was fortunate to be assisted by Louise. She was friendly, professional, and patiently answered all my questions. The environment at Blush@Orchard is clean and cozy, making the experience even better. Looking forward to coming back 🙂
Wonderful place and really nice atmosphere. Jess is very friendly and very professional. She did a great job, very efficient yet considerate.
Nice treatment here, attended by May today. Good service and I got free scrub sample. Highly recommended!
So GOOD! She was meticulous with her work and it was one of the most painless waxing experience I’ve ever done. 11/10 would come again!
Love the friendly service and very knowledgeable advice given by the staff here! Have been coming back and always in safe hands 🙂
I have been here since 2016, i have never been hard sell or pushed. Love the ambience and the service provided. Mai assisted me most of the time. And also the product, the wax is applied soft on skin and the wax didnt leave the skin itchy or sensitive.
Great good customer service, very meticulous therapists and great results from the laser services i’ve done!
Have been coming to Blush for close to 16 years now. Tip top service from the ladies all the time.
Nice technique - painless and clean environment! Highly recommend this place
As a first timer, i love their service. They’re super friendly and the place is clean 🙂
Very good Service. And can they are very nice to accommodate me last minute. Jess is good.
Very fast and clean! The wax is really warm and doesn’t make the skin hurt that much. The wax doesn’t really hurt.
I did full leg waxing with Blush! I have been coming to blush for a long time now and the services exceed my expectations. I would definitely recommend to come here for waxing services and all other services.
Nice personal, waxing went so easy and quick, everything is really smooth right after. definitely recommend!
Absolutely amazing experience! The esthetician was professional, quick, and made me feel super comfortable. Definitely coming back!!
I have been a client of Blush for almost 2 years. I love that they dont hard sell anything to me. Service is always excellent also.
jess is the best person whom i can trust to give my body too… love her
I have been coming here for 2 years. Their service has never disappointed me. I keep coming back. Thank you for your wonderful service.
Excellent service, and good results! I’ve been going to May for the past year or so and she is excellent!
Amazing service at Blush Centrepoint! My beautician Jess is awesome.The Brazilian wax was quick, professional, and surprisingly painless. The space was clean, inviting, and well-maintained. Definitely my go-to place for waxing!
Have done hair removal with them for awhile now, always have great customer service and advice, plus easy to make bookings.
Been coming here for a long time and i absolutely love their service! Very meticulous and staff are super friendly!!
I had a very good experience at Blush, they were gentle, efficient and very helpful!
The specialist Joy was very professional and patient with me when i visited the first time. It was quick and generally painless for me since I have a higher pain tolerance but I think she made it so it was as painless as possible even if you do have low tolerance to pain. Very happy with the results and thanks for the memorable and least scary experience for a brazillian wax!
overall very pleasant experience! staff was very nice, place was very clean. would definitely recommend
Clean enviroment. Love the friendly staff and service provided is awesome.
Professional service perform by staff, nice environment and reasonable price for treatment. Highly recommend!
Always a comfortable and pleasant experience, and consistently great service 🙂
It’s way more effective than other places that I’ve been to. No hard selling at all (thankful). The staff are very professional and detailed. They are also very honest and are willing to turn up the notch if you can tolerate the pain 🙂
i feel satisfied for every single procedure here and the result is also amazing! thank you
Thank you Jess for helping me with waxing 🤭
Very comfortable and skillful
Very comfortable and skillful
Currently trying underarm whitening treatment with Blush and i'm happy seeing the results.
The staff are friendly too!
The staff are friendly too!
I have been coming to Blush for years, they are still the best. Painless, efficient and comfortable!
have been with Jess for very long for waxing - she is friendly and does the waxing professionally!
Absolutely fantastic place to get my waxing done. Jess is amazing and I only experience minimal discomfort! Very conveniently located and very competitive pricing! 5 STARS!!!
Been coming here almost a year already. Love the service. The staffs are very gentle and they always do an amazing job. Thank you 🙂
The shop is very pleasant and clean. I always ask Jess to do the services for me. She is very thorough and also very caring. She listens very well if you have a concern. She makes the whole process of the treatment very smooth and comfortable.
Have been coming here to have my waxing done by Jess. Clean and comfortable..not mentioning the thumbs up service by Jess
The best place to get your hair removal service!
Jess is very experienced and will make every session bearable. ☺️
Jess is very experienced and will make every session bearable. ☺️
Been here for more than 4years, prompt reply making booking and always quick and get treatment on time, highly recommended
First time at Blush and I’m loving the environment.
Consultant Jess is great and experience. Will be back!
Consultant Jess is great and experience. Will be back!
Super smooth process from start to finish! They confirmed my appointment quickly on WhatsApp and when I arrived, I was greeted by name from the receptionist. Wax was painless and therapist was skilled and completed it quickly. Clean room and nice ambience too! Thank you!!
Ms Joy was very professional and friendly. It was easy and convenient to make an appointment and the location was easy to find. This is my second visit, and I will visit again next time. Thank you.
My beautician, Joy, is very friendly and gentle with my treatment. She constantly check on me to ensure the laser is not painful and will adjust the intensity of the machine accordingly. I have done 3 treatments so far and have already noticed significant difference. Highly recommend this place! Please look for Joy 🙂
The staff was very patient, and the hair removal process was done meticulously. Looking forward to seeing the results!
This is my third visit here. The experience has been very pleasant and smooth. May has been doing Brazilian wax for me and she does a very clean job. The appointments made are on time if not 5-10 mins wait at best. I recommend this place.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Blush for waxing services, and I wholeheartedly recommend them! They are fast and reliable, worth it to try!
All staff are super friendly, been coming here for half a year and always had a pleasant experience
First time visiting Blush @ Orchard. It was a pleasant waxing done by Jess. Strongly recommend her as she was experienced. No pain during the brazillian waxing. 👍 Will come back again
I had a nice laser hair removal session with Jess! She was very detailed and made me feel very comfortable. The place is also very nice and clean. I would come back 🙂
Been here for many years. Comfortable place for ladies for waxing and IPL services.
I am the regular customer here , great service and super professional, great location and super clean , highly recommend!
Service is good. Definitely see the results after a couple of sessions. People here are very gentle and friendly.
Therapists were friendly and were responsive when scheduling appointments
Blush @ Orchard provides good service. Beauty technicians are friendly and knowledgeable. Been recommended by a friend once and I keep on coming back for their services. Loved how they did not hard sell their products/packages.
Meticulous IPL staff , been with them for many many years
Recommended for hair remover service by Blush at Centrepoint
Recommended for hair remover service by Blush at Centrepoint
Joy was my therapist and she was very professional and excellent. I will highly recommend her for her waxing services.
Great service and friendly staff. Their laser service is really good and can see the improvement. Prices are fair too!
Great experience and staffs are friendly. My go to place for waxing. Clean environment and pricing are reasonable.
Very friendly staff and excellent service provided to the customers. Deforming back again! Highly recommended.
I’ve been getting hair removal at blush for months now and I love the service and results every time. Highly recommend 🙂
I’ve been coming here for years for IPL Brazilian and underarm whitening. The staff is friendly and professional, and the results are great. The price is reasonable too! Highly recommend!!
I've been going to Blush for about 1.5 years now, first started with waxing and have since also tried DPL/ LED. Their staff are always very meticulous and attentive, and the environment is clean, comfortable, and relaxing. Thank you!
As a long-time loyal customer, I am extremely satisfied with the service provided. The staff takes the time to explain every detail, which I truly appreciate. Their prices are very reasonable, and I am particularly impressed with their laser treatments and whitening services, offering great value for money. I highly recommend them!
Eyebrow waxing done by May. She is very meticulous and shared tips on maintaining and styling my eyebrow 🙂
I've been visiting Blush for a few years now. I'm extremely satisfied with the professional services rendered by May. Prices here are reasonable, place is clean, staffs are friendly and most importantly, there's no hard-selling at all. 🙂
Had a lovely waxing experience. Joy was very caring as I was post surgery and did a great job. Handled with a lot of care. Very happy with the wax and the service too.
2nd time i came and like the service and quality. also i purchased the package of 7. hope the service quality stays ✌️
Shop is clean and well maintained. Very pleased with the service rendered by May & Louis. Did a very clean job with good hygiene standards . Booking process is seamless too. I hope both of them will be acknowledged for their excellent work.
The people here have always been so kind and very meticulous. Can only recommend this place
Good experience with Blush, first time doing Brazilian with them, it was a joyful experience. Joy served me and she was really professional 🙂 kudos to Blush. Keep up the good work!
First time with Blush , went for waxing and experience was so good.Staff is experienced and whole process was smooth .Gonna be regular with them 🥰
Peaceful ambience and reasonably priced.
Service was very good, very professional through the entire process and a team of experienced specialists for waxing.
Service was very good, very professional through the entire process and a team of experienced specialists for waxing.
Have been a regular at Blush for the longest time since its humble beginning at Boat Quay. Love the presence of all the staffs and they are very friendly and efficient with their services. The price is quite reasonable at the same time the quality of the products is good too. The Centrepoint outlet is central and very convenient. Thanks to Lynn, May, Moon, Joy and all the other staffs.
Came here for waxing - great service and price was relatively reasonable for Singapore, would recommend!
I enjoyed my session here
The staff answered all my queries and reassure me about the pain level as it was my first time. Constantly checked with me if I was comfortable with the pain level and did the needed adjustments
Can’t wait to book my future appointments with them😊
The staff answered all my queries and reassure me about the pain level as it was my first time. Constantly checked with me if I was comfortable with the pain level and did the needed adjustments
Can’t wait to book my future appointments with them😊
I’ve been with blush for years, and their services have been great! Their treatments are affordable and effective as well. Highly reccomended!
I had a great, calming and friendly experience with Rachel one of the beautician at Blush@Somerset. Paid very careful attention to detail to my skin sensitivity too. Would be coming back again!
One of the best salon in town. The location is very convenient.
The staff is very friendly and they are precise in their work . I’ve been coming for the last 2 years and I have no plans to change that
The staff is very friendly and they are precise in their work . I’ve been coming for the last 2 years and I have no plans to change that
Came for wax and saw the laser removal options are affordable, the service is very arranging for last minute booking, went to Center point outlet
I enjoy my previous DPL and current laser sessions at Blush. Louise is friendly and professional. She will never forget to remind me of the follow-ups I would need to do to upkeep my skin condition. Thank you so much!
Have been following Blush ever since they were located at their previous location (Midpoint Orchard). Am very pleased with their pricing and services. They do not hard sell and their prices are very competitive 👍🏻💯
Happy customer!
Happy customer!
Very meticulous therapists with great attention to detail. You can't go wrong with blush!
I had my first-ever waxing session here and decided to follow up with laser treatments for my underarms and Brazilian area. They're currently offering year-end promotions that provide excellent value for the price. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is cozy. I highly recommend it.
Visited the potong pasir outlet for Brazilian wax today and Lin the therapist was friendly and gentle. She gave me tips for my skin type and what to do/not to do. Overall a great experience
Really like this place. The staff Moon is always sweet and gentle:) Thank you so much
I really love and feel comfortable to come here for my waxing services as its such a beautiful environment. This is my second time coming back for waxing, and i still do receive the same quality and results. Moon is such a nice and friendly person and makes me feel comfortable throughout my entire process. Would definitely recommend to people who have not done waxing before to get it done at here 🙂
Really good service and understanding and caring employees 🙂 been going here for years for great prices and service!
The environment at Blush (Centrepoint) was very clean and comfortable. It was my second time here and my therapist, Moon was very friendly and reassuring, making me very comfortable and at ease. She also took great effort to explain the procedures and products being used and gave helpful suggestions for maintenance and hair removal. overall, great experience, 5 stars: highly recommend!
I quite enjoyed for the service and the environment is comfortable,it was really helpful and I also recommended to my friend to come here to enjoy the service.
Been with May at blush for over 10 years. Started with waxing and moved to IPL, now laser. Amazing service each time with competitive rates. No hardselling or overselling, obtained great results, hence keep going for new areas.
I enjoy the great service from Louise! She’s very friendly and good waxing skill. I love that there’s no hard selling. Tried their laser underarm and love it. Will definitely recommend to my friend!
Amazing salon, staff are excellent.
I would definitely recommend the waxing combo.
The waxing is very painless
I would definitely recommend the waxing combo.
The waxing is very painless
I am very happy with the service that May been given for all this 7 years… her advice and recommendation is valid and there always have good improvement for my skins… her skills and knowledge can improve the company in the future and will more client..
I've been visiting Blush for almost 4 years now and I'm always very pleased with the service provided! Especially pleased with the very thoughtful and attentive staff who do not hardsell at all. Very rare for beauty places these days. Will definitely recommend this place for anyone who's looking for a stress-free, fuss-free waxing salon that does a great job 🙂
Recommended by a friend to come here due to great services provided. Indeed, it’s always a great experience here at Blush with my therapist, Moon. No hard selling and gave results as shared by therapist.
My therapist is Moon. She is experienced and cheerful, making the entire session very relaxed and enjoyable. No hard sales yet I still sign up for more sessions as the treatment was comparably affordable than other places I have visited.
I got my first waxing from Lynn, and she was kind and tidy without hurting. It's a very hygienic and clean environment. I'm satisfied.
Excellent service by Louise! She is very attentive and the results after 1-2 sessions are good. Will recommend to others!
I'm very satisfied as this is my first time getting waxed. It's reasonably price too!! It wasn't painful to my surprise and the staff was really gentle!! Very professional and hygienic. Will definitely visit again 🙂
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Very cozy place. Staffs are very accomodating and kind. Highly recommended place.
I’ve been coming here for almost 3 years, and I can confidently say it’s the best place for waxing! My waxing lady Louise is amazing, professional, gentle, and always makes me feel comfortable. The results are consistently perfect, and the service is top-notch every single time. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality, care and other treatments!
Experience waxing and laser treatment at Blush Potong Pasir outlet. Good service. Loius is very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Thumb up for the good service rendered.
Been a Blush customer for years at Centrepoint. First time coming to their Potong Pasir outlet and fell in love immediately! Less crowd compared to Orchard and has very chill vibes. Also conveniently located right next to MRT. Going to book my sessions here from now on
I had an amazing experience at Blush! Can't recommend it enough! Louis was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. The results have been fantastic, and I’m already seeing great improvement. The clinic itself is clean, welcoming, and well-equipped. If you're considering IPL treatment, Louis is definitely the person to go to! Highly recommend!
Been a paying customer for years and I enjoyed every session. Staff are very friendly, accommodating and experienced! Cosy environment and definitely stress-free.
It’s really convenient be it rain or shine as it’s located just above Potong Pasir (NEL) MRT, via exit C, and fully sheltered!
It’s really convenient be it rain or shine as it’s located just above Potong Pasir (NEL) MRT, via exit C, and fully sheltered!
I absolutely love the waxing treatment at Blush SG! My therapist, Joy, is incredibly patient and gentle, making the entire experience so comfortable. She takes great care in ensuring a smooth and painless process, which I truly appreciate. The service is top-notch, and I always leave feeling satisfied. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend Blush @ Potong Pasir to my friends. Thank you, Joy, for the wonderful service!
Expected Results from Underarm Whitening Treatment
Throughout the SmoothWHITE treatment process, the skin undergoes a controlled and gradual renewal. Some expected effects during and after the salon session include mild redness and a warm sensation, which typically subside within 24-48 hours.
It is normal to experience peeling and occasional sensitivity in the treated area. These effects will diminish with the application of the provided home products, over time.
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Immediate Visible Results
SmoothWHITE provides immediate and visible results, with pigmentation lifting and lightening immediately after the session.
Progressive Improvement
Noticeable improvements can typically be seen within a week after the treatment. However, the best results are usually observed around the four-week mark, as the home-care products continue to work their magic.
Maintenance and Continued Improvement
To maintain an even skin tone, it is crucial to keep the treated area well moisturized. Over the next three months, with intermittent SR Light Therapy, you can expect to see further enhancement in your skin’s appearance. If additional skin lightening is desired, the process can be repeated 3 to 6 months later.
Improved Skin Texture
In addition to lightening dark spots, our armpit whitening treatment helps improve the overall skin texture, leaving your armpits smoother and more refined.
Long-Lasting Brightness
With proper aftercare and maintenance, the results of SmoothWHITE underarm whitening treatment can be long-lasting.
Long-Term Prevention
The inclusion of Dermamelan® Intimate Depigment Treatment in your treatment regimen not only helps to fade existing dark spots but also plays a crucial role in preventing future pigmentation, ensuring that your underarms remain bright and even-toned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our SmoothWHITE treatment program consists of two Depigment Peel Treatments sessions and three SR Light Therapy sessions, over the course of around 16 weeks. This includes the application of home-care products.
Yes, we offer the best underarm whitening in Singapore. Our SmoothWHITE treatment is safe for all skin types. Our therapists will tailor the treatment to suit your specific skin needs, ensuring maximum safety and efficacy, upon a thorough pre-treatment consultation.
Some clients notice a difference after the first session, but the best results are typically seen after completing the full course of treatment. The SmoothWHITE program accelerates the depigmentation process, leading to faster and more noticeable improvements.
No, there is no downtime associated with our underarm whitening treatments. You can resume your normal activities immediately after each session. Questions? Ask our Underarm Whitening Specialist.