Understanding your skin
Pigmentation
About pigmentation
Pigmentation shows up as darker patches, spots or uneven skin tone. It happens when the skin makes too much melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour, usually in response to sun, hormones or inflammation.
In the strong Queensland sun it is one of the most common concerns we treat. Pigmentation can be stubborn, but with the right plan and daily sun protection it can usually be improved.
What causes it
- Sun (UV) exposure over time
- Hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or some contraceptives (melasma)
- Inflammation or injury, such as breakouts, burns or picking
- Slower skin renewal as we age
- Genetics and skin type
Signs to look for
- Freckles and sun spots that darken in summer
- Brown or grey-brown patches on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip
- Dark marks left behind after breakouts
- Uneven, blotchy skin tone
- Age spots on the face, hands and chest
Any spot that is new, changing, bleeding or looks different from your other spots should be checked by your GP or a skin cancer clinic before treatment.
How we treat it
Pigmentation responds best to a plan that combines in-clinic treatments with daily homecare and sun protection.
Skin Discovery Treatment
Skin analysis, a consultation and a tailored treatment and homecare plan.
Learn more →Renewal Skin Treatment
A results-focused corrective treatment combining a personalised modality with an advanced one, such as micro infusion or skin needling.
Learn more →Cosmelan De-Pigmentation Treatment
A professional de-pigmentation treatment for stubborn pigmentation, including melasma, followed by a homecare program.
See skin treatments →Peel Skin Treatment
A professional peel to resurface dull, uneven skin and help brighten tone.
See skin treatments →Save 15%Transformative Program
LED, micro and skin needling treatments for stronger results and visible skin improvement.
See packages →MembershipRenewal Club
A Renewal Skin Treatment every month, plus 25% off ASI skincare. Save 20%.
See memberships →Recommended skincare
Brightening and protecting products to use alongside your treatments. When you are treating pigmentation, a broad-spectrum SPF every day is essential.
Australian Skin Institute skincare is freshly formulated on the Gold Coast with our partners at Tugun Compounding Pharmacy.
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Frequently asked questions
Will my pigmentation come back?
It can, especially with sun exposure or hormonal changes. Daily SPF, a good homecare routine and maintenance treatments help keep it under control.
Can I treat pigmentation in summer?
Many treatments suit any time of year. Some stronger treatments need extra sun care afterwards, so your therapist will advise on the best timing for you.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on the type and depth of your pigmentation. Your therapist will recommend a plan at your Skin Discovery Treatment.
What is melasma?
Melasma is hormone-related pigmentation that usually appears as even patches on both cheeks, the forehead or upper lip. It is managed rather than cured, and Cosmelan is one of the treatments often used for it.
Not sure where to start?
A Skin Discovery Treatment ($99, valued at $180) includes a professional skin analysis and a treatment and homecare plan made for your skin.
What You Can Do
Keeping your skin adequately hydrated will allow it to repair damage more effectively, and also helps to prevent fine lines and wrinkles.
Use a professional, cosmeceutical anti-ageing skincare range containing lightening and brightening ingredients like Vitamin C, Retinol and Vitamin B3 as found in Australian Skin Institute.
Avoid sun exposure and wear a high quality sunscreen daily, even if you are not in the sun directly. Don’t forget to reapply as directed.
Make sure you are getting adequate quantities of Vitamin D and Vitamin A. Both of these ingredients improve elasticity, collagen production and the overall resilience of your skin.
Moisturise! Nourish your skin with a quality moisturiser targeted at lightening and brightening uneven skin tones.
Choose products high in Vitamin C, which has been clinically proven to brighten your skin tone.
What We Can Do
Book in for a complimentary skin consultation with one of our experienced skin Therapists to discuss your concerns of pigmentation and learn more about the most suitable treatment options.
In accordance with TGA regulations, prescription medications cannot be advertised to the public. In line with this, we do not display or list all available medical treatments on our website. However, we have a team of qualified health professionals who are available to thoroughly discuss all treatment options and suitability with you during your medical consultation.
