Skin Concern
Pigmentation

Hyperpigmentation can be an unwanted consequence of internal physical factors and/or external factors which can include hormonal changes, sun exposure, skin type, trauma and the skin’s natural ageing process. Presenting as areas of uneven skin tone, darkness, age spots or freckles, pigmentation occurs when excess melanin (skin pigment) has been stimulated. Factors that may contribute to this process can be divided into external, internal and genetic triggers.

What causes pigmentation?

  • Sun damage;
  • Genetics;
  • Skin type;
  • Hormones/Pregnancy;
  • Skin trauma/Injury;
  • Birthmarks;
  • Environmental exposure;
  • Environmental changes;
  • Friction;
  • Uric acid (sweat burn); and
  • Trauma, medications and medical conditions.

What are the different types of pigmentation?

Epidermal Pigmentation (Superficial) usually affects lighter skin tones, and is usually caused by sun damage. Some examples of Superficial pigmentation include:

  • Sun spots;
  • Age spots; and
  • Freckles.

Dermal Pigmentation (Deeper) which can be caused by trauma, medications and hormonal factors, can present itself as:

  • Pigmented acne scarring;
  • Birthmarks; and
  • Chloasma/Melasma.

Hyperpigmentation is not just restricted to the facial area and commonly presents on the shoulders, neck, décolletage, backs of the hands and bikini area. 

Pigmentation affects all skin colours and all skin types and conditions. Any form of hyperpigmentation may be further aggressed by sun exposure and the daily use of an SPF30 or greater sunscreen on all affected areas is crucial.

Skin Concern Pigmentation

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Emerald Automotive Repairs
Emerald Automotive Repairs
2023-11-02
Fantastic, very professional treatment today. Thank you so much for your attention to detail.
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Jeff Deck
2023-10-12
Found the service to be very professional and caring. Would recommend.
Lanavk
Lanavk
2023-10-05
Katherine was so attentive to my needs as a first time patient. It was important to me that my questions were respected and answered. She was professional and personable. She was a great listener and she delivered a great anti-wrinkle treatment. I feel really great and I will definitely be returning.
Jessica Stock
Jessica Stock
2023-10-03
Always a great experience with Dee
Robert Cicciarelli
Robert Cicciarelli
2023-10-03
Great service, friendly, fast & painless. Will definitely return
Carmela D'Amore
Carmela D'Amore
2023-10-02
I’ve been coming here for years! Love Mako wonderful service and really nice feel all around, they assist you with what your skin needs, I highly recommend coming here..
Lisa McKee
Lisa McKee
2023-09-23
Dee is friendly and professional. I have been really happy with my results for laser hair and vein removal. highly recommended.
georgia fennessy
georgia fennessy
2023-09-21
Always fast, easy & comfortable. Dee is gorgeous & friendly & makes you feel very at ease. THANK YOU🙌🏻

What our Clients are Saying

Emerald Automotive Repairs
Emerald Automotive Repairs
2023-11-02
Fantastic, very professional treatment today. Thank you so much for your attention to detail.
Jeff Deck
Jeff Deck
2023-10-12
Found the service to be very professional and caring. Would recommend.
Lanavk
Lanavk
2023-10-05
Katherine was so attentive to my needs as a first time patient. It was important to me that my questions were respected and answered. She was professional and personable. She was a great listener and she delivered a great anti-wrinkle treatment. I feel really great and I will definitely be returning.
Jessica Stock
Jessica Stock
2023-10-03
Always a great experience with Dee
Robert Cicciarelli
Robert Cicciarelli
2023-10-03
Great service, friendly, fast & painless. Will definitely return
Carmela D'Amore
Carmela D'Amore
2023-10-02
I’ve been coming here for years! Love Mako wonderful service and really nice feel all around, they assist you with what your skin needs, I highly recommend coming here..
Lisa McKee
Lisa McKee
2023-09-23
Dee is friendly and professional. I have been really happy with my results for laser hair and vein removal. highly recommended.
georgia fennessy
georgia fennessy
2023-09-21
Always fast, easy & comfortable. Dee is gorgeous & friendly & makes you feel very at ease. THANK YOU🙌🏻
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