Pigmentation
Melanin is a pigment that gives skin it’s colour. Pigmentation or Hyperpigmentation as it is commonly referred to in the clinical world occurs in most cases due to the excess production of melanin.
Life events such as pregnancy or changes in hormone levels can change your melanin levels. Which manifest visibly by causing pigmentation on your face or body. Sun exposure itself also can also increase melanin production. Using sun factor throughout the year is a must for those who are prone to pigmentation.
How can we help?
By combining our expertise with our state of the art clinical led treatments we are able to tailor make a plan that will help lighten and substantially diminish pigmentation in many cases. You no longer need to live with pigmentation if you do not wish to.
Clinical Peels and the use of a ND:Yag Laser are both proven treatments in reducing the appearance of pigmentation.
Our treatments
At Flawless Body we use Skinceuticals for our peels. They are one of the pioneers of using Vitamin C in their clinical products – exclusive to us in the local area.
Click here for more information on our Clinical Facials.
Our ND:Yag Laser comes in 2 wavelengths, 1064 nm and 532 nm. It is a non-ablative laser, which means that there is no break in skin tissue continuity during the treatment. It is designed to target pigment cells. This specific wavelength are absorbed preferentially by pigments (melanin) and the resultant heat will cause generation and propagation of waves that cause damage to the cells containing pigment. These damaged cells will then be cleared from the site resulting in lightening of the pigmented site.
How do I book a Consultation?
You can contact us online or call 01780 660302 for a FREE no obligation consultation with our Clinic Director.
What areas can be treated?
In the majority of case the face tends to be the most common area that is treated as it is the most visible – however we can treat most areas and we can discuss this during the consultation.
What results can I expect?
Results vary depending upon the individual and the area treated. We will discuss this at the initial consultation with you.
Are you eligible for this treatment?
Laser treatment is not suitable for everyone. Some of the common contraindications where we would not conduct the treatment are listed below. However, we will go through this in your initial consultation.
- Cellulitis (MRSA)
- Psoriasis
- Lichen Planus
- Lichen Nitidus
- Renal Failure (Acute or Chronic)
- Malignancy
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Vitiligo
- Immunosuppression
- Keloids
- Certain Medications (i.e.Accutane (if used within the last year))
- Collagen Vascular Diseases
- Pregnant or Lactating*