A lot of people, young and older, struggle with skin pigmentation. This is a skin concern where patients notice patches on their skin that are darker than the surrounding area. It affects the skin tone and texture, leading to rough and uneven skin tone.
Luckily, a skin pigmentation treatment clinic can offer multiple solutions to address this concern. There are various treatments that can be recommended depending on the extent, spread, and causes of the pigmentation.
What Causes Skin Pigmentation
There are many different factors that can cause skin pigmentation. One of the common factors is prolonged sun exposure. The sun emits UV rays which stimulate the production of melanin, causing darker spots or patches on the skin.
This can be easily resolved by sun protection. Practices such as wearing protective clothes when it is sunny, such as pants, long-sleeved tops, wide-brimmed hats, and sunglasses can go a long way.
Expert dermatologists like Dr. Rinky Kapoor also advise wearing sunscreen regardless of whether the sun is out or not, or whether you are indoors or outside. Use a 30 and above SPF sunscreen and reapply every two hours for maximum protection.
Other factors that can cause skin pigmentation include genetics, medical conditions, and specific medications. Talk to a professional to get the most suitable treatment and preventive measures for any of these conditions.
Skin Pigmentation Treatment Options
The Esthetic Clinics offer multiple treatments for skin pigmentation depending on the patient’s specific case. Some of the treatments are mild and suitable for mild pigmentation while others are stronger for severe pigmentation.
For mild pigmentation, topical creams can be recommended to help fade the dark spots and for light exfoliation to improve the skin tone and texture. Chemical peels are a great option to reduce pigmentation too.
There are different types of chemical peels including light or superficial, medium, and deep peels. Light peels use light chemical solutions for mild exfoliation. Medium and deep peels use stronger chemical solutions to remove the outermost layer of the skin that is damaged and showing symptoms like pigmentation, uneven skin tone, and unpleasant texture.
Can Skin Pigmentation Come Back After Treatment?
There is a possibility of skin pigmentation coming back after treatment if you don’t take care of your skin as instructed by your doctor. For example, if your pigmentation was caused by sun exposure, you get treated, and the pigmentation fades, leaving a better-looking skin, it can still come back if you don’t protect your skin from the sun after the treatment. You are required to wear sunscreen, and protective clothes, and avoid too much sun as much as possible.
Similarly, if you get skin injuries, acne, and other skin traumas, you can easily get hyperpigmentation due to inflammation. Overall skin care and protection are crucial to prevent pigmentation and maintain an even-toned, bright, and smooth skin.
If you have any issues always visit a reputable skin pigmentation treatment clinic like The Esthetic Clinics and speak to a professional dermatologist like Dr. Rinky Kapoor for skin assessment and treatment recommendations.
