Pigmentation Reduction
What is pigmentation?
Pigmentation can cause a patchy or uneven appearance of the skin however our pigmentation reduction treatments can greatly reduce this. Pigmentation covers a variety of conditions including:
- Lentigo/lentigines (age spots)- presenting as flat brown patches on areas of sun exposed skin
- Birthmarks
- Melasma - Brown patches on the face which is linked to pregnancy, hormonal changes, and sun exposure.
- Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation - The darkening of skin caused by inflammation.
- Freckles - multiple small brown spots. The medical term used is Ephelides.
Melanin is the pigment which determines the colour of our hair, eyes, and skin. Darker skin types have more melanin in their skin cells than lighter skin types. When skin cells become damaged or deteriorate extra melanin is produced to protect the skin which can result in areas of pigmentation.
The causes of pigmentation
As we age our skin is more susceptible to pigmentation from factors such as:
- Sun exposure
- Injury or trauma to the skin (picking spots)
- Hormone imbalance
- Pregnancy
- Medications
- Acne
Treatment of Pigmentation
We have a range of treatments for pigmentation so please book a consultation and your practitioner will create a bespoke treatment plan for you. We now have the Candela Picoway Laser which can visibly reduce areas of pigmentation.
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WHAT IS PICOWAY?
Meet the picosecond laser intentionally designed to work from the inside out.
With this remarkably innovative picosecond laser, you can:
- Significantly improve acne scars and wrinkles with a series of quick, 15- to 20- minute treatments, with low downtime.
- Treat benign pigmented lesions with 50% clearance after two treatments (96% of treated discolorations) across a range of skin types (Fitzpatrick Types II-V).
HOW IT WORKS
Clinical evidence. Studies have shown that PicoWay lasers can deliver:
- Reduced acne scarring after just three treatments
- High rates of improvement in wrinkle appearance
- A high rate of benign pigmented lesion clearance
Comfort. The PicoWay Resolve system uses a well-tolerated approach to building new collagen and elastin in the treatment of acne scars and wrinkles.
Low to no downtime. In brief, 15- to 20-minute treatment sessions, PicoWay Resolve treatment transforms skin while leaving the epidermis intact.
Photoacoustic effect. The PicoWay system’s photoacoustic effect, rather than photothermal effect, minimizes risk of skin heating and damage to surrounding tissue.
Before & After Results
Take a look at some fantastic results that have been achieved through pigmentation reduction.
