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 are light brown to black in colour. They
can vary in size and shape.
The
most common types of hyperpigmentation are:
Melasma
or chloasma which affects 90% of pregnant women. It occurs as a result of
hormonal influences such as pregnancy and birth control pills, and causes dark
and irregularly shaped areas on the face or arms that can be quite large.
Freckles
are caused by sun exposure, and commonly appear on the face.
Post-inflammatory
hyperpigmentation occurs when a skin injury or trauma heals and leaves a flat
area of discolouration behind. It’s commonly found among acne sufferers and can
also be caused by cosmetic procedures such as dermabrasion, laser treatment and
chemical peels.
The
following products available at Lasermed can help to minimise hyperpigmentation:
NeoStrata
Illuminating Serum
Dermaquest
SkinBrite Cream
Obagi
Professional C-Serum
Skin
Tech Blending Bleaching Cream
Phone
us on 021 9146006 or email and we’ll deliver to your door.
