Hyperpigmentation is brown, brownish patches that are darker than the normal colour of the skin. Pigmented spots are caused by an increase in melanin production. Melanin is a pigment that gives colour to the skin, hair and eyes. Melanin production is intensified by exposure to sunlight, age, use of certain medications, hormonal changes in the body, and skin trauma.
Hyperpigmentation can take many forms. The most common types are:
- Age spots – can appear as small darkened areas anywhere on the body that is frequently exposed to the sun, such as on the arms, hands, shoulders, chest, back or face.
- Injury-related hyperpigmentation – the most common type of hyperpigmentation associated with acne. This type of pigmentation occurs in areas where the skin has healed, leaving a darkened patch.
- Melasma – large, dark, irregularly shaped patches on the face and hands, most often occurring during pregnancy due to hormonal changes.
The pigmented spots that appear expand over the years, affecting a larger and larger area of the skin, causing aesthetic discomfort and discomfort. The Laser Dermatology Centre performs IPS (Intense Pulsed Light) laser treatments, after which the pigmented spots become less pronounced or are completely removed. This hyperpigmentation treatment will act as an effective treatment for sun-damaged skin, remove freckles and reduce dark spots and sun spots. As it is an IPL treatment, along with the removal of pigment spots, there is also a skin rejuvenation effect, with a brighter, clearer and more even skin tone after the course of treatment.
What areas are treated with laser for pigment spots?
Pigmented spots are removed on the face, neck, décolleté, arms and shoulders
How long does it take to remove pigmented spots with laser?
The procedure takes about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the number of spots to be removed and the area of skin.
How many treatments are required?
To achieve maximum effect, it is recommended to undergo several laser pigment spot removal treatments, usually 2-4. A few days after the treatment, you will see pigmented spots fading and your complexion becoming smoother. However, you will only see the final result after several treatments.
What to expect after the treatment?
This procedure is non-invasive and you can go home or to work immediately afterwards, with only a slight redness on your face after the treatment.
Is it safe to remove pigmented spots with laser?
Laser pigmentation removal is safe and effective, and the reviews for the procedure are excellent.
It should be noted that all IPS treatments are not available if:
- the skin on the face is tanned;
- a tendency to scarring.
The longevity of the results depends on how the skin is cared for after the treatment. Sunscreen should always be used to prevent sun damage. Sunbathing is not recommended for 2 to 3 weeks after laser pigmentation removal.
Before the pigmentation removal procedure, you will be consulted by a dermatologist who will assess your facial skin, discuss the possible effectiveness of the procedure and the number of treatments required. Sometimes a test is carried out to assess the sensitivity of the facial skin and the skin’s reaction to the IPS procedure.
