Treatment at Derma Solution
Pigmentation Course
Pigmentation Course
A common cause of hyperpigmentation is an excess production of melanin. Melanin is a pigment that gives skin its color. It’s produced by skin cells called melanocytes. Several different conditions or factors can alter the production of melanin in your body.Certain medications can cause hyperpigmentation. Also, some chemotherapy drugs can cause hyperpigmentation as a side effect. Pregnancy changes hormone levels and can affect melanin production in some women.
A rare endocrine disease called Addison’s disease can produce hyperpigmentation that’s most obvious in areas of sun exposure, such as the face, neck, and hands, and areas exposure to friction, such as elbows and knees. The hyperpigmentation is a direct result of an increased level of a hormone in your body that results in increased melanin synthesis.
Excessive sun exposure can also cause an increase in melanin.
How it Works
Laser Pigmentation Removal works to safely and effectively reduce the appearance of freckles, pigmentation, and post-trauma pigmentation including acne scars and age spots. The laser targets only the pigmented lesion in the skin which absorbs the light, without damaging the surrounding skin. The laser heats up and shatters the pigment. The pigment is then drawn to the surface without harming the surrounding tissue.
Once drawn to the surface, the pigmented lesions will fade or dry and flake off the treated area, leaving the skin with an even tone and complexion.
Types of hyperpigmentation
There are several types of hyperpigmentation, the common ones being melasma, sunspots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Melasma. Melasma is believed to be caused by hormonal changes and may develop during pregnancy. Areas of hyperpigmentation can appear on any area of the body, but they appear most commonly on the stomach and face.
Sunspots. Also called liver spots or solar lentigines, sunspots are common. They’re related to excess sun exposure over time. Generally, they appear as spots on areas exposed to the sun, like the hands and face.
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This is a result of injury or inflammation to the skin. A common cause of this type is acne.
Treatment Area
- Face
- Nose
- Cheeks
- Neck
- Hands
- Upper body
- Lower body
Treatment Summary
Procedure Time:
15 – 30 mins
Back to Work:
Next day
Anaesthetic:
According to your needs
Full Recovery:
24 hours
Sensitivity Period:
24 hours
Duration of results:
Immediately
Book Now:
Procedure Time:
15 – 30 mins
Back to Work:
Next day
Anaesthetic:
According to your needs
Full Recovery:
24 hours
Sensitivity Period:
24 hours
Duration of results:
Immediately
Book Now:
Price GuaranteeOn All Treatment
Derma Solution offers a price guarantee on all of our treatment ranges. If you are able to find a treatment that we offer cheaper anywhere in Copenhagen we will match the price.
Pigmentation Course
Treatment Prices
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Full Face DKK 2,600
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Neck DKK 2,150
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Chest DKK 2,150
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Neck + Chest DKK 3,200
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Hands DKK 1,950
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Single body part (e.g. forehead, Cheeks, Nose) DKK 1,500
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Consultation DKK 0.00
Pigmentation Course
Frequently Asked Questions
We can safely treat any benign hyperpigmentation, including freckles, sun spots, age spots and café au lait birthmarks.
Any area of the body can be treated safely and effectively. Our most common treatment areas include face, neck, chest, arms and hands.
Your treatment plan will depend on many factors such as the location, depth, size and type of pigmentation. Some lesions will require several treatments for optimal results, where some can be resolved in a single treatment. On average, patients will need 2-3 sessions for complete removal. Subsequent treatments can be scheduled for four weeks after your treatment.
The frequency of your pigmentation removal appointments will be based on clinical judgment. For most patients, treatment will be performed every 4 – 8 weeks.
Pigmented lesions that have been removed will not return after your laser treatments. However, various factors such as aging, changes in hormone levels or UV exposure can stimulate new hyperpigmentation. Laser pigmentation removal treatments do not prevent new hyperpigmentation from occurring.
