Skin Treatment

Arbutin Drip — Plant-Derived Brightening IV

Bearberry-derived alpha-arbutin IV — clearly halal, plant-based brightening for pigment correction and even skin tone.

Safety summary
Duration
40–50 minutes per session
Pain level
Mild — warm tingling
Downtime
None
Contraindications
Pregnancy · active acne flare · isotretinoin within 6 months
Aftercare
SPF 50 + reapply · no exfoliation 5 days · gentle cleanser
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Key facts
Category
Skin Treatment
Duration
40–50 minutes per session
Downtime
None
Anaesthesia
Not required
Price (from)
From ฿2,500 / session · ฿7,500 / 3-session program
Country of origin
Japan / South Korea (plant-derived bearberry)
Halal compatibility
Compatible (synthetic ingredients)
Locations
Siam Square One · Ekamai
Patient rating
4.7 / 5 (198+ reviews)

Arbutin Drip delivers alpha-arbutin extracted from bearberry plant (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) directly into the bloodstream alongside vitamin C and supportive antioxidants. Alpha-arbutin is the gold-standard tyrosinase inhibitor for melanin overproduction — the active is plant-derived, the carrier is verified plant-derived glycerin + saline, and the manufacturer holds BPJPH (Indonesia) halal certification reference on file.

This is the cleanest halal IV-brightening option in the menu — particularly important for Muslim patients seeking pigment correction without the source-verification overhead of conditional drips.

Authenticity & Provenance

Where it comes from, what's inside, who certifies it.

Halal-compatible

Vitamin C, glutathione, B-vitamins — synthetic / plant-derived ingredients. No porcine, no animal-derived. IV vehicle is sterile saline.

Country of origin
Japan / South Korea (plant-derived bearberry)
Siapakah Ini Untuk
  • Halal-conscious patients seeking IV brightening
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) on Asian skin
  • Melasma-spectrum patients (in combination with topical regimen)
  • Pre-summer pigment-prevention protocol
Rawatan Anda, langkah demi langkah
  1. 01
    Consultation

    Pigment assessment, melasma vs PIH classification, halal-cert provided.

  2. 02
    IV insertion

    Sterile cannula; nurse-led under physician oversight.

  3. 03
    Drip infusion

    40-minute infusion. Patients comfortable, often napping.

  4. 04
    Aftercare

    SPF 50+ daily essential. Topical regimen prescribed for amplification.

Why Waleerat at this price

Compare our pricing with anyone — here is what you get that's different.

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Board-certified physicians since 2013

Every treatment performed by a Thai-licensed physician — Mahidol-trained MDs with documented case counts. No nurse-injectors.

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Lot-number verification, on demand

Show me the lot. Every injectable opened in front of you with serial visible — no white-label or counterfeit risk.

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Thai FDA + US FDA + KFDA + CE approved

Our injectables and devices pass at least one major regulator's filing. Provenance is published on every service page.

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8-language clinical support

Thai, English, 中文, 日本語, 한국어, العربية, Bahasa Melayu, Español, Русский — written and spoken at consultation.

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Two Bangkok BTS-station branches

Siam Square One (BTS Siam, opposite Paragon) + Ekamai (BTS Ekamai, Sukhumvit). Walk-in distance, no driving stress.

Pain level — honest 1-10
3/ 10

Mild — warm tingling

Topical anaesthetic 30 minutes before every treatment. Anxiolytics available on request. Your physician adapts technique to your sensitivity level.

Open-Box Protocol — see the lot before injection
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Vial opened in front of you

Every injectable is unwrapped + opened in front of the patient — never pre-prepared in another room.

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Lot number photographed if requested

Take a photo of the lot number + expiry on the box — verify against the manufacturer database any time.

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Authentic-source-only policy

Allergan / Galderma / Merz / Allergan / LG Chem / CLASSYS direct — no grey-market, no white-label, no parallel imports.

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Consent form lists the actual product

Consent form names the exact brand + lot. If we substitute, we re-consent on the spot.

Many of our chat patients cite 'doctor opened the vial in front of me' as the reason they chose Waleerat — so we made it an explicit, published protocol.

Pre-visit checklist

137 first-time patients asked this in chat — so we wrote it as a checklist.

Avoid before
  • NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin) — 5 days prior
  • Fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, ginkgo — 5 days prior
  • Alcohol — 24 hours prior
  • Heavy facial massage / sauna — 24 hours prior
Bring with you
  • Government photo ID
  • List of current medications + supplements
  • Reference photos (Instagram saves work great)
  • Sunglasses — easy on the eyes after numbing
Compare with alternatives
TreatmentMechanismDurationResults lastPriceBest for
Arbutin Drip — Plant-Derived Brightening IV(this page)Bearberry-derived alpha-arbutin IV — clearly halal, plant-based brightening for pigment correction and even skin tone.40–50 minutes per sessionVisible brightening across 4–6 weeks of weekly dosing. Cumulative pigment correction across 3-session program; melasma patients require longer 6–8 session courses.From ฿2,500 / session · ฿7,500 / 3-session programHalal-conscious patients seeking IV brightening
Wrinkle-Relax InjectionInjeksi relaksan garisan untuk garis dinamik.15–20 minutesOnset 3–7 days, peak at 14 days. Lasts 3–4 months.From ฿3,000 (Hutox/Neuronox) · ฿5,000 (Xeomin) · ฿8,000 (Allergan)Garis dahi dan frown
Volume FillerPemulihan Isi Hidrolik.30 minutesImmediate. Lasts 9–18 months depending on product and area.From ฿4,999/cc (Neuramis promo) · ฿9,999 (Restylane) · ฿11,999 (Juvederm)Kehilangan Isi Pipi
Hutox Botulinum Toxin Type A (Korea)Korean Huons BioPharma — 99.8% purity · 4–6 month duration · Thai-FDA approved · accessible Korean Botox brand.15–20 minutesOnset 3–5 days; peak result 10–14 days; sustained effect 4–6 months. Maintenance every 4–6 months for continuous results.From ฿3,000First-time Botox patients (entry tier)

Comparative information only — individual results vary. Please consult a licensed physician before deciding.

Before & After
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We respect PDPA — only patients who provided written consent are shown publicly. Ask to see consented case examples privately during consultation.

Aftercare
Do
  • Terapkan pelembab ringan
  • SPF 50+ sehari - tidak boleh dilupakan
  • gunakan hanya pembersih ringan selama 5 hari
  • tahapkan penghidratan
Don't
  • Jangan gunakan retinoid / AHA / BHA selama 7 hari
  • hindari paparan sinar matahari selama 2 minggu
  • jangan masuk sauna / mandi panas selama 3 hari
  • hindari menggosok atau eksfoliasi selama 7 hari

General guidance — your physician may adapt based on your individual case.

Available at our branches
Flagship · BTS Siam
Siam Square One

Siam Square One flagship — opposite Siam Paragon, skywalk from BTS Siam Exit 3, in the CBD heart of Bangkok (Pathum Wan). 1-minute walk from BTS.

226/1 Rama 1 Road, 2F, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330 — Siam Square One, opposite Siam Paragon · BTS Siam Exit 3
Walking distance to
  • BTS Siam (Exit 3)1m
  • Siam Paragon2m
  • Siam Discovery3m
  • Siam Center3m
  • Siam Kempinski Hotel4m
  • MBK Center5m
  • Chulalongkorn University8m
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Japanese-focused · 日本語サポート
Ekamai · 日本人専用窓口

Ekamai branch — standalone clinic near BTS Ekamai on the Sukhumvit corridor. Japanese-speaking concierge (Omotenashi). On-site parking.

Ekamai, Bangkok — standalone clinic near BTS Ekamai (Sukhumvit corridor)
Walking distance to
  • BTS Ekamai4m
  • Gateway Ekamai6m
  • Major Cineplex Ekamai6m
  • Park Hyatt Bangkok12m
  • EmQuartier14m
  • EmSphere15m
View on Google Maps →
Keistimewaan
  • Tyrosinase inhibition — addresses pigment at the source
  • Plant-derived active + carrier (clearly halal)
  • BPJPH (Indonesia) halal-cert reference on file
  • Visible brightening across 4–6 weeks of cumulative dosing
  • Pairs with topical Arbutin / Vitamin C serum for amplified effect

Apa yang Anda Tunggu

Visible brightening across 4–6 weeks of weekly dosing. Cumulative pigment correction across 3-session program; melasma patients require longer 6–8 session courses.

Keputusan individu berbeza. Hasil bergantung kepada umur, jenis kulit, anatomi, gaya hidup dan kepatuhan kepada rawatan selepasnya. Semua prosedur membawa risiko; maklumat risiko terperinci dibincangkan semasa konsultasi dan maklumat persetujuan yang telah ditandatangani diperoleh sebelum sebarang rawatan.

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Soalan Lazim
Is Arbutin Drip halal?+
Yes. Active ingredient (alpha-arbutin) is plant-derived from bearberry. Carrier solution is plant-derived glycerin + saline. Manufacturer holds BPJPH (Indonesia) halal-certification reference on file — we provide the certificate to halal-conscious patients on request, no 24-hour notice needed.
How does Arbutin Drip differ from a topical Arbutin serum?+
Topical Arbutin works at the skin surface and addresses the upper epidermis. Arbutin Drip works systemically — delivering active to all skin via the bloodstream simultaneously. The two are best combined: IV addresses the systemic + deep dermal layer, topical addresses the upper layer. Most patients see the best results when both are used in parallel.
How quickly will I see results?+
Cumulative — visible brightening across 4–6 weeks of weekly dosing. Single-session brightening exists but is subtle; the 3-session program at weekly intervals is the protocol that delivers consistently visible results.
Common questions about our clinic

Real questions from real customers — collated from chat conversations.

Are there other promotions?+
Current promotions are refreshed monthly at /promotions. Follow LINE @waleeratclinic for early access to special offers. → View live promos
How much does it cost — is there a promo?+
Starting prices are listed on each service page. Current promos are at /promotions, refreshed monthly. → View live promos
How long does the treatment take?+
Each service varies — topical numbing 30 minutes + procedure 30–90 minutes, totalling 60–120 minutes per session.
Are there side effects?+
Every aesthetic treatment has minor reversible side effects (mild swelling, bruising, redness for 1–7 days). Serious side effects are rare and preventable with a board-certified physician and following aftercare instructions.
Where is the clinic?+
Two Bangkok branches: Siam Square One near BTS Siam (Exit 3) and Ekamai near BTS Ekamai. Open 11:00–19:00 daily.
How long do results last?+
Varies by treatment — Botox 3–6 months · HA filler 9–18 months · thread lift 12–18 months · HIFU/RF 12–24 months · Sculptra 2–3 years · Pico/Drip ongoing per physician guidance.
Does it hurt?+
Topical anaesthetic applied 30 minutes before. Discomfort averages 3–6/10 depending on treatment. Anxiolytics available for anxious patients.
Pregnant or breastfeeding — can I do this?+
All injectable treatments are paused during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Light facials and select vitamin drips remain safe. Always inform your physician.
Can I go home immediately / how many days off work?+
Filler/Botox/laser — go home immediately, no rest needed · thread lift — go home immediately, avoid strenuous activity 2–3 days · HIFU/RF — go home immediately.
Translation support for Chinese / Japanese / Korean / English?+
Chinese + English interpretation at both branches · Japanese/Korean — book 24h ahead. Ekamai branch has Japanese-speaking staff on-site.
How do I book — is rush appointment available?+
Book via LINE @waleeratclinic or website. Rush appointments within 24h subject to availability.
Can I pay by credit card / 0% instalment?+
All credit cards accepted · 0% instalments up to 10 months (KBank/SCB/BBL/Citi) · QR PromptPay supported.

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