At A Glance
Pigmentation - Treatment & Appointment Expectations
Specialist
Laser & Skin Health Specialist
Nicci
Appointment
Consultation & 4 to 6 Treatments (Minimum)
Procedure Time
From 30 Minutes
Anaesthetic
None
Treatment Recovery
Immediately
Result Expectation
Results noticeable after
1 treatment
Pigmentation Explained...
WHAT IS HYPERPIGMENTATION?
The upper layers of the skin contain pigment cells called melanocytes. They produce pigment called melanin that is then distributed evenly throughout the epidermis to give the natural colouration of the skin. In response to trauma, inflammation, sun exposure, hormones and as a result of genetics, pigment can be over-produced and form ‘clumps’ that look like areas of darker discolouration or ‘hyperpigmentation’. There are a number of different types of hyperpigmentation; common types include: freckles, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and sun damage.
Laser is a safe and effective solution to treat hyperpigmentation. We use a Nd:YAG laser light to target and destroy areas of excess pigment in the skin.