A Laser Focus on Skin Pigmentation and Treatment

, freckles, sun spots, age spots, under-eye dark and melasma are all common yet undesired forms of . These scars, and dark-coloured are often as they create an uneven and appearance. Due to the various reasons that skin pigmentation and hyperpigmentation can occur, the best is on your concern. It can be reversing pigmentation, but here at Harley Street Injectables, Alice has outstanding with her by custom programs. These plans and home care, to each patient’s specific problem. Let’s take a look at the three main types of skin pigmentation, how occurs and how to fix skin pigmentation.

Acne Scarring

It’s undoubtedly disheartening having to experience acne little own its . More known to occur in our years, acne can be active our adult life, too. This is because our levels are constantly on our age and what we are and mentally. The change in triggers a higher oil production, in which the oil builds up in the hair follicles and consequently appears as various types of pimples on the skin. Picking at your acne can inflame the skin and leave a lasting scar or indentation. If this broken skin is exposed to the sun, it can magnify the damage. The skin then begins its self-healing by abnormal collagen. The result is an uneven skin tone, permanent scars and dents. Light scarring can sometimes fade on its own, but you can treat acne . We know that many of our patients have due to acne scarring well after the active acne treatment, and we know that we can eliminate those to new confidence and beauty.

Alice’s patients’ before and after: acne scarring treatment

Melasma

is a common skin condition that occurs more often in women as it can be triggered by a change in hormones as well as . The skin condition can be also be or made worse by stress, pregnancy, and excessive sun exposure. as shaded dark patches on the face, often undefined and . Melasma can fade if are regulated (i.e., post-pregnancy), but it can sometimes last for years or a lifetime. This is when treatments are considered in order to reverse melasma, revealing a new and improved beautiful, bright complexion.

Alice’s patient’s before and after: melasma treatment

Sun Damage (Solar Lentigines) and Post-Inflammatory (PIH)

We can often forget or just how strong the sun and its UV rays can be, when we’re it poolside on a tropical getaway. As we know, too much sun is harmful to our bodies; not only in terms of skin cancers but when our skin is damaged, it can also result in hyperpigmentation, including freckles, dark sunspots, age spots and . This is because sun causes our body to increase ( cell) production. is the pigmentation that sun damage, acne or burns. It on a deeper level, creating visibly dark patches on the of the skin. on the severity of the sun and PIH damage, there are ways to treat and clear the skin.

Alice’s patient’s before and after: sun damage and PIH treatment

How to Treat Skin Pigmentation

Skin on the face and body can be healed if treated correctly. Improper can result in PIH. At Harley Street Injectables, the first step Alice takes her through is the patients oral medication, in-clinic or a combination of both. This can only be evaluated during skin analysis and . 

The treatments included in acne plans range from oral antibiotics, peels, and .

The treatment options available for pigmentation laser, dermapen, plasma (PRP), medical skin peels and prescription skincare. Alice prescribes Z.O Zein Obagi nu derm medical skincare that contains . Alternatively, she will use which Arbutin instead of hydroquinone, a and peel.

Alice has the pigmentation and package, which three luxury treatments to diminish the most stubborn pigmentation and acne scarring. The course consists of fractional Cutera C02 Laser, pure facials and skincare to help you continue the journey from home. Alice’s patients have achieved results that leave them beautiful, with new confidence from their fresh skin!

How to Skin Pigmentation

Treatment plans guidance on how to look after your skin long after you have had your in-clinic . To control your once the have been completed, Alice recommends a maintenance skincare programme which includes prescription C, and/or tretinoin. It is also recommended that you wear an SPF 50 with UVB and UVA. This is a crucial step in your home as exposing your treated skin to the sun can result in .

Start Your Treatment Journey Today

If you’re ready to reveal a glowing, clear complexion and regain your confidence, get in touch with Alice at Harley Street Injectables to organise your and pigmentation consultation and treatment plan today.

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