Hyperpigmentation - Skin Savvy USA

Hyperpigmentation & melasma treatment options

Skin pigmentation is something you can be born with or something that can occur over time as a result of sun exposure and environmental factors. Those struggling with hyperpigmentation or melasma can find it difficult to discover effective treatment on their own, as home remedies are largely inadequate. Melasma can appear anywhere on the faces, on the forearms, the neck, and other areas with frequent sun exposure, making it a prominent concern.

The traditional treatments of postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) tends to be a difficult and prolonged process that often takes 6-12 months to achieve the desired results of depigmentation. It’s time to try something new! Discover the world of Advanced Aesthetics with Skin Savvy’s treatment offerings. These treatments help rejuvenate the skin’s epidermis and break up added melanin within the skin!

Causes of Melasma and Hyperpigmentation

We know that hyperpigmentation is typically a result of sun exposure and environmental factors, with the sun’s rays triggering excess melanin production. Melasma is a slightly different concern, and is typically linked to hormonal fluctuations, and certain medications that increase the skin’s likelihood of developing pigment

How is hyperpigmentation treated?

At Skin Savvy Med Spa we use therapies customized to each patient’s needs, based on skin type and severity of your hyperpigmentation. Your particular pigmentation may be treated with one or more Skin Savvy treatemnts listed below.

Corrective Treatments

Chemical peels →

Chemical Peels are formulated with an acidic gel made up of naturally occurring acids such as alphahydroxy acid (AHA), beta hydroxy acid (BHA), glycolic or salicylic acid combined with other skincare ingredients. Chemical peels are often used in combination with micro-needling in order to resurface and improve the health of the skin.

Photofacial →

PhotoFacial is a very powerful and precise light-based treatment that can be used to both target acne causing bacteria, and redness resulting from acne scarring. The light energy delivered by Photofacial will target redness and brown spots by gently heating the upper layers of the skin.

CO2 laser →

CO2 Laser Resurfacing is a highly effective way to reduce wrinkles, scars and other imperfections, laser resurfacing in general involves removing the damaged outer layer of the skin. In this way, it promotes collagen production and encourages the skin to replenish itself from the inside out, revealing a smooth and hyperpigmentation-free appearance.

Pico genesis →

Enlighten PICO Genesis laser procedure takes an entirely new approach to the treatment of hyperpigmentation issues and skin revitalization. It is also one the best and safest treatments for melasma! Primary melasma irritant in most laser resurfacing treatments is the extended exposure to heat, which the PicoSure laser system reduces drastically!