Epidermis (Surface)
Address selected superficial pigmentation and support controlled cellular turnover.
Treatments
Cosmelan, selected chemical peels and Hollywood Peel where appropriate.
Skin
Pigmentation & Melasma
Pigmentation & Melasma
Hyperpigmentation can appear as dark spots, post-inflammatory marks, sun-related patches or melasma. The cause and depth of pigment matter because the same treatment is not suitable for every type.
Diagnostic Precision
Hyperpigmentation develops when melanocytes produce excess melanin in response to factors such as UV exposure, inflammation or hormonal change. Melasma is often recurrent and may be affected by sun, heat and hormones.
Before selecting a pigmentation treatment, we assess three key markers:
- Pigment Depth Mapping: Reviews whether pigment appears mainly epidermal, dermal or mixed.
- Melanocyte Activity: Assesses active inflammation and triggers that may continue to stimulate pigment production.
- Vascular Triggers: Reviews visible redness or vascular factors that can coexist with some pigmentation patterns.
The Multi-Depth Treatment Matrix
Dermis (Mid-Deep)
Address selected deeper pigment deposits while minimising unnecessary inflammation.
Treatments
Q-Switch Laser, Photofacial or Lumecca depending on pigment type and skin tone.
Sub-Dermal (Cellular)
Reduce recurrent triggers and support ongoing pigment control.
Treatments
Topical care, sun protection and maintenance plans selected according to the pigmentation pattern.
Step 01
Pigmentation Assessment
The depth, distribution and likely triggers of pigment are assessed.
Step 02
Stabilisation
Sun protection, barrier care and control of active inflammation may be prioritised before stronger procedures.
Step 03
Clearance & Maintenance
Selected pigment-focused treatment is introduced and response is monitored because recurrence is possible.
Advanced Clinical Platforms
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Cosmelan
Cosmelan
A professional depigmentation system that may be considered for selected melasma and hyperpigmentation concerns. Redness, dryness and peeling can occur.
Q-Switch Laser
Q-Switch Laser
A short-pulse laser that may be used for selected pigment concerns. It is not suitable for every melasma pattern and can cause post-inflammatory pigment change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment depends on the cause and depth. Options may include sun protection, topical care, depigmentation systems, peels or selected energy-based treatment.
Common triggers include UV exposure, inflammation, hormonal change, acne and skin injury.
No fixed timeline can be guaranteed. Superficial pigment may improve sooner than deeper or recurrent pigmentation.
Treatment is matched to pigment depth, skin type and the underlying trigger.
Some post-inflammatory marks fade with time, while melasma and deeper pigmentation may persist or recur.
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