• Hyperpigmentation occurs when excess melanin causes a darkened appearance to the skin in either small or large areas.

• Pigmentation is the natural colour of a person’s skin and is related to melanin production.

• Melanin protects skin cells and their DNA by absorbing the sun’s ultraviolet rays (UVR).

• Darker skin types, in general, are more susceptible to hyperpigmentation than lighter skin types because their skin can naturally produce melanin more efficiently as a natural defence mechanism.

 

Hyperpigmentation Types and Triggers:

 

1. Melasma: Appears as symmetrical patches most often on the cheeks, chin, upper lip and forehead. It can be related to genetics, pregnancy, certain medications, or hormone imbalances.

 

2. Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH): Found in areas of the skin that have been subjected to inflammation due to trauma, inflamed blemishes or irritation. Inflammation stimulates immune cells, causing increased melanin production.

 

3. Photodamage: This type of discoloration can present in the form of freckles, age spots and uneven skin tone. It is caused by prolonged or repeated exposure to ultraviolet rays (UVR), whether from the sun or tanning beds.

 

HYPERPIGMENTATION TREATMENTS

Skin Resurfacing 

Photofacial/IPL

Microneedling 

Chemical Peels

 Platelet-Rich Plasma

MesoGold Facial

AlumierMD Skincare

With every service provided, a complimentary initial consultation is offered to review your aesthetic goals, expectations and desires. We work with you to understand the cause of your concern and build a custom treatment plan to achieve your aesthetic goal and help you feel beautiful in your own skin.

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