When pigmentation occurs, it manifests as darker patches of skin, dark spots, blemishes and circles, or a general darkening of the skin, causing uneven skin tone. There are many reasons why pigmentation appears on the skin, such as genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, and burns or blemishes. The visible effects of pigmentation can become more obvious as we age, so early treatment can help with this and prevent any further damage.

There are many reasons why we have skin pigmentation, including;

• Increased sun exposure

• Genetics

• Medical conditions

• The pregnancy

• Trauma to the skin

• Hormonal changes

In addition to pigmentation, there is also hyperpigmentation, and this is when dark spots appear on the skin due to overexposure to the sun. Hyperpigmentation is a concentrated increase in melanin in the skin, where parts of the skin become darker than the surrounding skin.

Using tanning beds can cause patchy and dark skin areas, as tanning beds emit a high dose of ultraviolet light, causing excessive melanin production, causing pigmentation to appear unevenly on the skin. skin. There are several treatment options depending on the type of pigmentation problem.

Treatments for hyperpigmentation:

* Chemical peels – are an effective treatment option. A skin peel removes blemishes and dull cells from the skin’s surface, improving the texture and smoothness of the skin.

* Microdermabrasion – Gentle exfoliation treatments to deeper medical treatments translate into more impressive and long-lasting results. It is popularly used for the face, but is also great for the neck, chest, and hands.

* Laser treatment – Targets pigmentation, undoes and clears deep sun damage and hormonal melasma, creating a more even skin tone.

The laser treatment to remove pigmentation is ideal for use on any area of ​​the body. Pigmentation occurs in areas of the body where there has been exposure to the elements and is most commonly found on the face and hands. Laser is a safe treatment option and does not harm the skin, the average procedure takes around thirty minutes and most clients will notice a dramatic improvement in their skin after the first treatment.

Benefits of laser skin pigmentation treatment:

• It is safe to use on the face, hands, neck, and chest.

• There is no recovery time, you can return to your normal activities immediately.

• It’s effective – it delivers outstanding results every time.

Prevention is better than cure, so as pigmentation and hyperpigmentation are largely caused by excessive sun exposure, it is strongly recommended that you wear a broad spectrum SPF every day to keep your skin safe and prevent them from occurring. more damage. If it is very hot and sunny, wear a hat and do not expose your skin to the sun during the hottest part of the day.