Pigmentation
PIGMENTATION
The cells which are responsible for the colour of your skin can overproduce or underproduce skin pigmentation. This can lead to visibly uneven skin colouring, which can be either darker or lighter than your normal complexion.
GET THE LOWDOWN ON PIGMENTATION.
There is no universal approach to treating pigmentation, so each and every one of us needs our own treatment programme. However, we firmly believe that the best way to treat and prevent pigmentation is through combination therapy.
Causes vary depending on the type of pigmentation. However, all types of pigmentation can get worse from too much sun exposure. Hormones can also play a part, so some will see a change in their skin pigmentation during puberty, pregnancy, as a result of birth control, or even due to stress!
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF PIGMENTATION DISORDERS?
Melissa is a dorm of pigmentation that manifests as darker areas of pigment on the skin, that is usually found on the face, neck, arms, and upper body. This can be caused by your thyroid, hormones, pregnancy or too much sun.
Sun spots are areas of pigmentation due to unprotected sun exposure. It can manifest as freckles and darker spots of varying sizes that may merge together if not treated.
Age spots are typically brown spots found in areas frequently exposed to the sun. Age spots are either lighter (hypo) or darker (hyper) pigmentation.
This is a natural response to skin injury and can be the result of an existing skin condition, burns, friction or aggressive clinical treatments like chemical peels, dermabrasion, or laser treatment. This condition typically resolves with time and usually responds to topical products, though it can recur.
treating PIGMENTATION at Young LDN
Pigmentation can be suppressed or lifted out, depending on the pigmentation type. Treatments include pigment suppressing products, chemical peels and laser therapy. Ongoing care includes the use of SPF 30 sun protection, occasional laser treatment top-ups and the possible use of skin lighteners.
