Small patches of discoloration or hyperpigmentation on the face may develop as we age, lifestyle, etiological factors, which may lower our self-esteem and confidence. The cheeks, hands, shoulders, and arms are the most prevalent areas.

Pigmentation  can be treated with a variety of procedures at our Clinic, including IPL Skin Rejuvenation, laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels etc.

UVA exposure is frequently the culprit. Your pigment cells (melanocytes) are stimulated by UVA sunlight to make a pigment called melanin, which is what gives you a tan but also results in these pigmented spots that, regrettably, do not disappear with your tan. Age spots are more prevalent in those over 40 since by this time, your skin would have been exposed to UVA radiation frequently. However, it is not unusual to find younger individuals with age spots who have used sun beds or spent too much time in the sun, for example. The easiest strategy to avoid developing sunspots is to protect your skin by wearing SPF30 or above whenever you are outside, year-round.