Pigmentation Treatment
Hyperpigmentation Treatment – Treating patches of discoloured skin
As we get older, pigmentation (also referred to as age spots or brown spots) can tend to appear on our skin. Pigmentation (or hyperpigmentation) is patches of skin that are darker in colour than our natural skin tone, caused by increased melanin.
Hyperpigmentation can be treated in a number of ways here at the DrBK Clinic, including with topical creams, laser treatments and more. Read on to find out more about our treatment options.
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Hyperpigmentation
Types of pigmentation
Brown Spots
Also known as ‘age spots’. These vary in size and usually appear on the face, hands shoulders and arms (the areas usually most exposed to the sun). Brown/Age spots are very common in adults older than 50.
Melasma
Melasma is a common skin condition in adults in which light to dark brown or ‘greyish’ pigmentation develops. This mainly affects the face.
Freckles
Freckles are flat, tanned and circular spots that can develop on the skin after repeated exposure to sunlight. These mainly affect the face, hands and arms.
Common areas for hyperpigmentation
The most common areas for pigmentation to develop is;
- The Face
- Neck
- Décolletage (Neckline)
- Shoulders
- Hands
Causes of hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation develops as a result of exposure to harmful UVA rays which penetrate deep into the skin. More melanin is produced to help protect the skin against the effects of the sun (such as skin cancers and premature ageing).
Typically, the pigmentation does not tend to appear on the surface of the skin until a number of years later and, in some cases, as long as 20 years after the initial damage. This is why pigmentation is associated with ageing and often referred to as ‘age spots’.
In some cases, the onset of hyperpigmentation can come about as a result of hormonal changes from taking the contraceptive pill or during pregnancy.
Regardless of the cause, pigmented lesions can be an aesthetic concern for many people, and can cause a more ‘aged’ look.
Treatments for Hyperpigmentation at DrBK
Depending on your specific circumstances, our Skin & Laser Technician will discuss the various options of treatment available to you. Once you have decided on the best treatment option, a bespoke treatment package will be created for the treatment and management of your acne.
Your treatment plan may involve one or a combination of the following treatments…
Artemis (Radio Frequency Skin Rejuvenation)
The Artemis uses radio frequency technology to gently and selectively target the different skin layers, accelerating cellular renewal. Learn more about this treatment here.
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Pricing | From £750 per session
Aqua 3 (Mesotherapy Skin Rejuvenation)
Combines cleansing, moisturising and rejuvenation into one technology, to provide the ultimate facial, for all skin types. The Aqua3 is a mesoporation-based treatment that combines the extraordinary cleansing power of water peeling with sequential acids with microdermabrasion and transdermal delivery, to completely rejuvenate the skin from deep within. Learn more about the Aqua3 Microdermabrasion Facial today.
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Pricing | From £140 per session
HydraFacial (6 in 1 facial)
HydraFacial® has a 6-in-1 process and uses advanced, patented “vortex” technology to deeply cleanse the skin and effectively deliver botanical ingredients. We are able to use a specific hyperpigmentation ‘booster’ in conjunction with the HydraFacial treatment to target and reduce dark spots. Learn more about this treatment here.
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Pricing | From £168 per session
Treating Hyperpigmentation at Home
We offer a range of skincare products, including the DrBK SKIN collection. The collection is designed to target all common skin complaints including hyperpigmentation. The products within the collection best designed to target pigmentation are:
If you are unsure which products would be best for you, please book a skin consultation and we will be able to advise you on the best skincare products for your needs and desires.
Before & after photos
Not sure what treatment option is best for you?
If you are unsure which treatment option would be best for you, please book a skin consultation with us and we will be able to advise you on the best course of action for your needs and desires. Our skin consultations include an in-depth analysis using the VISIA Skin Analysis device.