Hyperpigmentation happens when brown spots appear on the skin. Genetics and
sun exposure are usually behind it, and it can be a sign of ageing —
but it does not have to be permanent.
All skin typesHyperpigmentation occurs in every kind of skin
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About Hyperpigmentation
Brown spots do not have to be permanent
Hyperpigmentation occurs when brown spots appear on the skin, and it can occur
in all kinds of skin. As a result of genetic factors and exposure to the sun,
these pigmented bits of skin can be a sign of ageing.
However, they do not have to be permanent. We can reverse hyperpigmentation
through treatments with chemical peels, lasers, exfoliation techniques and
medical-grade skincare products — usually some combination of them
rather than one alone.
Crave Med Spa has physicians who are happy to help you achieve evenly toned
skin. Contact us, we will discuss your options, and schedule a complimentary
consultation today.
Two things usually drive it
Genetics
Some skin is simply more inclined to pigment than others.
Sun exposure
The most common and the most controllable of the two — and the
reason daily sun protection matters even after treatment.
Knowing which one is behind your brown spots changes what we recommend
— so this is the first thing we work out at your consultation.
01
Sun exposure
The body produces more melanin than usual in order to protect the skin from
prolonged sun exposure. This can produce dark spots, or patches, referred to
as age spots or sun spots.
02
Skin inflammation
Darker areas of skin appear after people have had skin inflammation —
eczema, acne, lupus, or an injury
to the skin. People with darker skin are more likely to develop
post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
03
Melasma
Darker patches of skin form when people experience changes in their hormones.
This type of hyperpigmentation is typically common during pregnancy.
Still unsure? Bring the question to your complimentary consultation —
there is no obligation to book a treatment.
How long does hyperpigmentation last?
It may take three to 24 months to disappear completely, although it may take
longer in some instances. The time it takes relies on how dark the spot is
compared to the skin around it — the greater the contrast, the longer
it tends to take.
What is the best cream for hyperpigmentation?
To treat hyperpigmentation, many individuals use topical treatments. Topical
treatments will include skin-lightening components such as corticosteroids,
azelaic acid, hydroquinone, kojic acid, retinoids like tretinoin, and
vitamin C.
Which of those suits your skin is worth asking about rather than guessing.
Our own medical-grade skincare line is
curated by a board-certified dermatologist, and we are happy to talk through
what belongs in your routine.
What is the difference between pigmentation and hyperpigmentation?
Pigmentation simply means the colour of your skin, which comes from melanin
— everybody has it. Hyperpigmentation is the word used to define regions
of irregular skin pigmentation: where that colour becomes darker in some
places than others.
In practice, hyperpigmentation is what makes skin look uneven —
darkened patches or spots against the surrounding tone.
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