Skin: Pigmentation Disorders | Laser Solutions

Understanding Skin Pigmentation Disorders

Skin pigmentation disorders affect the color and tone of the skin. Our body contains a pigment called melanin, which determines the color of our skin, hair, and eyes. Individuals with darker skin tones have more melanin in their skin cells than those with lighter skin tones. When skin cells are damaged or unhealthy, it can affect melanin production, impacting skin appearance.

Common Pigmentation Problems

• Uneven skin tone
• Dots
• Sunspots
• Liver spots
• Age spots

Types of Pigmentation Issues

Hyperpigmentation: This occurs when the body produces too much melanin, resulting in darker patches of skin. It can be caused by overexposure to the sun, genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, or injuries.

Hypopigmentation: This occurs when there is too little melanin, or if the cells that produce color become damaged, leading to lighter patches on the skin.

Benefits of Laser Skin Pigmentation Treatment

• The procedure is safe, particularly for the face, hands, neck, and chest.
• No recovery time is required, allowing a quick return to normal activities.
• Highly effective, providing outstanding results with each session.
• Advanced laser technology can resolve skin pigmentation issues, resurfacing the top layers of skin to reduce sun damage and pigmentation irregularities.
• Treatment typically consists of two sessions, spaced four weeks apart.
• Most patients experience minimal discomfort during the treatment.

Each treatment session can take between 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the affected area. While a single treatment session may suffice for desired results, two treatments may be necessary. Following treatment, the skin may appear darker initially but will eventually exfoliate, revealing improved skin tone and texture.