Pigmentation

What is Pigmentation?

Pigmentation refers to the color of the skin, which is largely dependent on the amount of melanin present. While melanin is crucial for protecting the skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation, its overproduction or uneven distribution can lead to various pigmentation concerns.

What are the Causes of pigmentation?

Sunlight exposure: This stimulates melanocytes to produce more melanin as a defense mechanism against UV rays.
Genetics: Most pigmentation have a strong familial risk. An individual with family members that have pigmentation will be at higher risk of having the same problem.
Hormonal changes: This includes pregnancy, menopause, or the intake of oral contraceptive pills and hormone replacement therapy.
Inflammatory skin conditions like eczema can lead to hyperpigmentation over the affected areas.
Trauma leading to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Certain medications may contribute to pigmentation as well.

What are Common Types of Pigmentation?

Freckles

Small concentrated spots of pigmentation, commonly occurring over the upper cheeks.

Can occur in younger people, and is predominantly caused by genetics and sun damage.

Sun Spots or Age Spots

Large, brown spots that develop on sun-exposed areas due to cumulative sun exposure over time.

More common in individuals over the age of 50.

Melasma

Common especially in Asian females, melasma appears as brown or gray-brown patches, often triggered by hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or birth control use.

Hori's Naevi

Blue-gray or brownish spots on the face, commonly affecting both cheekbones.

This has a strong genetic and hormonal influence and can occur or worsen during pregnancy and menopause.

Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation

Darkening of the skin in areas previously affected by inflammation or injury, including acne, eczema, and previous wounds.

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preventing pigmentation

Sun protection: This is, by far, the most important way to prevent and slow down pigmentation. UV damage is accumulative throughout life, so there is benefit to using sunscreen prior to the onset of any pigmentation.
Topical Medications: Certain agents, like hydroquinone or retinoids may be effective in lightening certain types of pigmentations.
Maintenance treatment: This can include both topical or procedural treatments.

Best Treatments For Pigmentation

Fortunately, there are now several options available to deal with different types of pigmentary concerns.
Everyone requires a customised solution based on skin type, medical history, and type of pigmentation.

Pico laser

An effective treatment against pigmentation by targeting melanin using picosecond laser technology.

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Morpheus8

Microneedling Radiofrequency (RF) technology helps break down clumps of melanin into smaller pieces, thereby improving pigmentation.

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