Alas, we all love the sun. But sunshine gets a bad rap as one of the major causes of hyperpigmentation – otherwise known as ‘liver spots’. This may occur on any skin colour at any age. Other causes may be hormonal fluctuations or injury to the skin. The age factor Unfortunately, hyperpigmentation goes with the
With the lockdown blues, many of us are suffering from a dull, lacklustre skin. A dehydrated skin is when there’s a lack of water in the skin. This can happen to anyone, regardless of skin type — people with oily or combination skin can still experience dehydration. Dehydrated skin typically looks dull and can show
Hyperpigmentation can cause significant distress as the dark spots tend to appear on the face, hands, and other highly visible body parts that have been exposed to the sun, and can be difficult to hide. Hyperpigmentation occurs when melanin is overproduced in certain spots on the skin, resulting in flat, darkened patches of skin that
At last, after a tough few weeks for all of us, Lasermed is open for product purchases and to treat medical conditions only, such as Melasma, Pigmented Lesions. Sun spots, Facial veins, Rosacea, Poikiloderma (discolouration of the neck), Acne, Acne scarring, Hirsutism (excessive facial hair), Folliculitis (ingrown hair), Warts and Vitiligo, to name but a
To achieve optimal results, you may require a combination of treatment modalities. In most cases, you’ll require a course of treatments. Remember, best results are seen months later. Avoiding the sun, applying sun block 2 to 3 times daily and using active creams will enhance your results. Maintaining a healthy skin is vital. 1. Start
Superficial chemical peels (NeoStrata, Skin Tech, Dr Schrammek, SkinCeuticals) Superficial peels are quick, in-office procedures. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) gently dissolve outer layers of dead skin, repair damaged collagen and speed up cell turnover. Thus AHAs help the skin to appear healthier, plumper and tighter with enhanced smoothness and clarity. Also, peels are ideal for