What causes pigmentation?
Pigmentation of the skin is caused by an increase in melanin. It is a harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker in colour than the normal surrounding areas. Melanin is the natural pigment that gives our skin, hair and eyes their colour. A number of factors can trigger this kind of increase in melanin production, but some of the main causes are sun exposure, hormonal influences and imbalances, age, skin injuries or skin inflammation. Any kind of lasting damage caused to skin can lead to an increase of melanin that leads to darker patches and discolouration on the surface of the skin. Pigmentation is particularly common in people with darker, black African or Asian skin tones.
How can pigmentation be treated?
There are a number of recommended ways to treat pigmentation/hyperpigmentation, depending on the severity, your skin tone and type and of course your budget. Lotions, retinol creams, laser surgery and chemical peels are amongst some of the suggested treatments for this skin condition. However, these can often be too harsh for sensitive skin or cause further damage. For darker skin complexions, more natural remedies and treatments are advised and suggested. The Derma White Treatment solution is a treatment exclusively offered by The Laser Treatment Clinic, that aims to treat hyperpigmentation using all natural, herbal products in a tailored peeling facial. The treatment uses gentle products and careful application in order to avoid any further damage to highly sensitive skin. For pigmentation issues, The Derma White Treatment is the ultimate facial, working to lighten, brighten and clear up the affected areas for a more even and consistent complexion.
How to avoid worsening or repeated pigmentation?
There are a few simple precautions you can take in order to prevent or minimise hyperpigmentation. These include, avoiding direct sunlight, particularly when the sun is at its brightest between 10am-2pm, protecting yourself from the sun by using a hat or shade, applying regular SPF and reducing your hand to skin contact, including rubbing, itching or picking at damaged skin and affected areas. Aftercare when receiving treatments such as The Derma White Treatment is also very important, as with any treatment you should always follow the recommended plan and guidelines offered by your clinician in order to receive the best possible results.
