What is Hyperpigmentation?
Hyperpigmentation is a harmless condition where patches of skin become darker comparing to the surrounding area. Darkening occurs when an excess of melanin (brown pigment) forms by pigment cell and deposits in the skin.
Hyperpigmentation can happen on any part of the body including the face, neck, chin, body, legs, hands, arms and back.
Every hyperpigmentation is slightly different. Therefore it is important to seek professional advice before getting treatments. Treatments often involve Plinest, PicoSure Pro, PicoSure, Picogenesis, Sylfirm, Sylfirm X, Aerolase, Dual Yellow Laser, Tixel, Oral Medication and Presciptive Skincare products.
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Hyperpigmentation Melasma
Also known as Chloasma. Melasma can be easily spotted as splotchy patches inconsistent in shape and size, appearing on both cheeks, sides of the face, upper part of the nose, forehead and above the lip. It is commonly seen in middle-aged Asians. Genetics, UV radiation, pregnancy, hormonal therapies are common contributing factors.
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Hyperpigmentation Solar Lentigo
Solar Lentigo is also known as Sun Spots, Age Spots, Liver Spots. It is usually flat or slightly raised, clearly defined coin-like lesion on the face. It can also be brown, tan, or black spots that appear on body parts often exposed to the sun, e.g. hands, face, shoulders, arms, scalp if bald. It is common in middle age to elderly patients. They are related to excess sun exposure over time.
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Hyperpigmentation Freckles
Also known as Ephelides, freckles are concentrated small brown spots found predominantly on cheeks and nose of the face. It is a result of overproduction of melanin. Often seen before puberty, it becomes more obvious after sun exposure. Genetics plays a big part in freckles.
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Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Spots or patches of darkened skin that appear after an inflammatory skin condition, such as acne, injuries, eczema, insect bites etc. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) are normally found in melanin-rich skin, usually appear on face and body. Body PIH generally takes longer to treat.
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Seborrheic Keratosis
Seborrheic keratosis is a common waxy or wartlike noncancerous skin growth. It has a characteristic "pasted on" look, and people tend to get more as they get older. It typically appears on the face, neck, chest, shoulders or back. You may develop a single growth, though multiple growths are more common.
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Dermal Melanocytosis
Dermal Melanocytosis is linked to specific mutations within the dermal melanocytes. Hormones play a part in their development. Nevus of Ota is on the forehead and face around the eyes. Hyperpigmentation of parts of the eye may occur (sclera, cornea, iris, retina). Hori’s Nevus is quite similar to Nevus of Ota but affects both sides of the face. Naevus of Ito is on the shoulder and upper arm.
Solutions
Plinest Newest
Plinest® is the father of Polynucleotide (PN) gel, the origin of gels such as Rejuran® and other PN or PDRN gels in the market.
DNA fragments extracted from Italian Trout Fish using HPT technology developed and patented by Mastelli in Italy, Plinest® can be considered as the Ferrari of the regenerative gels in the aesthetic market.
PicoSure: World's first picosecond skin laser
Superior in treating wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne scars, tattoo regret, and to rejuvenate your skin. It is one of the safest and most effective picosecond aesthetic laser, delivering powerful yet gentle energy in trillionths of a second!
PICO Genesis™: Precise & Powerful
Enlighten PICO Genesis™ is one of the most solid picosecond laser in the market, with very precise and powerful energy delivery. It delivers unparalleled results in treating hyperpigmentation, tattoo, scars, aging skin and many more.
Sylfirm™: Restore your skin health
Sylfirm is state-of-the-art device able to strengthen your skin foundation. Like non-other, it restores skin health by strengthening the basement membrane, reduce inflammation, making it the most powerful treatment for difficult melasma, sensitive skin and rosacea. It is also very effective to treat active acne, scars and also skin tightening.
Sylfirm™ X: Xtraordinary Results!
Skin Toning Gentle Laser
Clique® Skin Toning Gentle Laser is an evidence-based therapy that offers the safest, quick and non-surgical way to effectively minimise the wrinkles and dark spots in any skin type.
FAQ
Hyperpigmentation treatments vary according to the cause of the condition. Hyperpigmentation treatments often involves combination treatments and really takes a very experienced doctor to be able to treat it effectively. Treatment success depends on the best devices and the doctor’s skills.
Hyperpigmentation management requires the best skilled doctors and the best & most updated protocols in the market.
Clique Clinic pride itself to be the leader in the market for hyperpigmentation management. Being the first center to have Plinest, PICO Genesis™, PicoSure, Sylfirm, Sylfirm X, Aerolase, Glacier Rx, Clique Clinic always move two steps ahead in acquiring the latest and best technology in the market.