If your skin is not in its best condition, it can impact your self-esteem, confidence, and other areas of your life. Skin pigmentation is the presence of darker patches on your skin. Melanin is produced by special cells called melanocytes. This is what gives your skin its colour. Albinism sufferers have very little, while those with darker skin tones have more.
Over time these cells can become damaged or unhealthy, leading to increased melanin production. This process could affect your entire body or just specific areas.
Skin pigmentation can be caused by burns, injuries, inflammation, drugs and hormones. Skin pigmentation can manifest in many ways, including freckles, age spots and sun spots, liver spots and Melasma. These conditions are not contagious or dangerous but can certainly make you feel less confident.
IPL Laser light treatment is suitable for treating a raft of common melasma related conditions including age spots, liver spots, sun damage and much more.
The appearance of unwanted melasma pigment will be reduced in patients.
Most cases only require a few treatments. However, depending on your condition, you may need several treatments to get the desired results.
Most people feel a mild sunburn sensation immediately after treatment. This may be accompanied by minor swelling. It usually lasts between 2 and 24 hours. Discuss with your provider any side effects and any necessary care after treatment.
