What Causes Pigmentation and How Do You Treat It?
Pigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns we treat at Dolce Vita Skin, and it can present in several different forms including sun spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory pigmentation.
Pigmentation treatment is not one-size-fits-all. The most effective results come from understanding what is causing the discolouration, how deep it sits within the skin, and how it is behaving over time.
This is why a diagnostic-led approach is essential before starting any pigmentation treatment journey.
Types of Pigmentation: Sun Damage, Melasma & Post-Inflammatory Pigmentation
Pigmentation appears in different ways depending on its cause:
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Sun damage (sun spots / age spots): caused by cumulative UV exposure and environmental damage
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Melasma: a deeper, hormonally influenced pigmentation that often requires long-term management
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Post-inflammatory pigmentation: occurs after acne, irritation, or trauma to the skin
Understanding the type of pigmentation is essential, as each requires a different treatment approach for safe and effective results.
VISIA Skin Analysis for Pigmentation Treatment
At Dolce Vita Skin, VISIA skin analysis is used to accurately assess pigmentation beneath the surface of the skin.
This advanced imaging allows us to:
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Identify the type of pigmentation present
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Determine the depth of pigmentation within the skin
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Analyse distribution patterns across the face
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Create a fully tailored pigmentation treatment plan
This ensures treatment is based on data and diagnosis, not assumption.
Best Treatments for Pigmentation (IPL, Laser & Clinical Peels)
Once pigmentation has been assessed, a personalised treatment plan may include:
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IPL pigmentation treatment: targets sun spots, redness, and uneven skin tone
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GentleMax Pro (Gen/Gran Genesis) laser: used for vascular pigmentation and deeper discolouration
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BioRePeel: supports skin resurfacing, clarity, and cell turnover
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Dermamelan Peel: a specialist treatment for stubborn pigmentation such as melasma
Each pigmentation treatment works at different levels of the skin, which is why correct diagnosis is essential before treatment begins.
How to Get Rid of Pigmentation Safely
Effective pigmentation treatment requires a structured, professional approach. Treating pigmentation without understanding its cause can lead to recurrence or worsening of discolouration.
At Dolce Vita Skin, every pigmentation treatment plan is customised based on skin analysis, ensuring safe and effective results for long-term skin clarity.
Still Unsure What Pigmentation Treatment You Need?
Every pigmentation treatment journey begins with a personalised consultation at Dolce Vita Skin. This allows our team to assess your skin, identify the type of pigmentation present, and recommend the most effective treatment plan.
Whether you are concerned about sun spots, melasma, or uneven skin tone, a tailored approach ensures the best possible outcome for clearer, more even skin.
