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Pigmentation Treatment Nottingham
Zenith Cosmetic Clinics in Nottingham offers a range of skin pigmentation treatments; most notably the Dermamelan Peel designed specifically for this skin condition.
Pigmentation is usually caused by an imbalance of melanin in the skin, sometimes stimulated by sun damage or another kind of trauma. It creates patches of lighter or darker skin that stand out against a person’s overall skin tone.
Pigmentation can have a large impact on the way people view themselves, and is often detrimental to self-esteem.
Zenith’s carefully curated list of pigmentation treatments gives you a choice of options depending on the cause and severity of your condition.
To get in touch and find out more about what we offer, please contact Zenith Nottingham online or on 0115 899 0252.
What is pigmentation?
Pigmentation is caused when the pigment melanin (responsible for skin, hair and eye colour) is either too concentrated in the skin, or not concentrated enough.
Too much melanin leads to hyper-pigmentation, which appears as dark patches on the skin. Too little melanin causes hypo-pigmentation, which appears as lighter patches.
Pigmentation often occurs when the skin is damaged, for example, by the sun, acne, or dermatitis.
Common Types of Pigmentation
Freckles and age spots and are common forms of skin pigmentation, alongside:
Melasma/Cholasma:
- Common in adults, especially women
- Light to dark brown/ greyish pigmentation
- Appears in flat patches, mainly on the face
- Caused by hormonal changes in the body, e.g. pregnancy
- More common in people who tan well or have a naturally dark skin tone
Post Inflammatory Hyper-pigmentation (PIH):
- Appears similar to age spots (doesn’t cover as much area as melasma)
- Tan, brown or purple in colour
- Can fade on its own but may take months or years to disappear
- Caused by the skin becoming inflamed or damaged, e.g. acne, laser treatments, chemical damage, eczema, insect bites, infection
Sun spots
- Flat, dark marks, bigger than a freckle
- More prominent in summer, but visible in winter
- Caused by the sun’s UV rays
- Could develop into skin cancer in some cases
Pigmentation Treatment at Zenith Nottingham
At Zenith Cosmetic Clinics in Nottingham, we offer the following types of treatment for skin pigmentation:
Enlighten Laser
We are lucky to be the only clinic, outside of London, with this revolutionary Laser. This laser not only treats pigmentation but scars, semi-permanent makeup and even tattoos. With the best results on the market, this laser is a perfect option.
This treatment is designed specifically to treat skin pigmentation disorders caused by imbalances in melanin. It offers incredible results for treating Melasma/Cholasma, sun damage, PIH and stubborn pigmentation caused by acne scarring.
Dermamelan has two phases: the application of a prescribed product at home for a given period of time, and then the Dermamelan peel at our Nottingham clinic.
Chemical peels are applied as a chemical solution which exfoliates the surface layers of skin, peeling them away. Newer, fresher skin is revealed in its place and natural healing processes are stimulated, causing healthier skin cells to grow. Stronger chemical peels are effective at treating hyper-pigmentation and mild Melasma.
This treatment uses lasers to even out variances in pigmentation. The laser light is absorbed by pigmented areas of skin and converted to heat energy. This causes the pigment to break up, at which point it is reabsorbed by the body.
A chemical and laser-free treatment, microdermabrasion uses crystals to remove the outermost layer of skin. Dead skin cells are lifted away to allow new cells to grow, rejuvenating the skin and improving the appearance of pigmentation.
We encourage you to book a free consultation with one of our Nottingham skin specialists to determine the best course of treatment for you and your skin.
Side-effects of Pigmentation Treatment
Each of the treatments above will have their own risks and results, so it is important that you explore each one and speak to one of our specialists to find out which is suitable for your skin condition.
In some cases, you will need further treatment sessions in the future to maintain or strengthen results.
For peels, side effects often include temporary tightness, redness and flaking of the skin. Enhanced Skin Rejuvenation may cause redness, swelling and a temporary darkening of pigmented areas. Microdermabrasion has few side effects, other than temporary redness, but is perhaps the least effective treatment for pigmentation.
About Zenith Cosmetic Clinics, Nottingham
Zenith Cosmetic Clinics is a doctor-led clinic that can be found near Nottingham city centre:
6 Clinton Terrace,
Derby Road,
Nottingham,
NG7 1LY
We have ample parking for clients and visitors if you would like pay us a visit or bring someone to support you during your treatment. We want you to feel comfortable at every stage of your journey with us and will do everything we can to accommodate your needs.
Both our Nottingham location and our second London Harley Street location are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and are full members of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM).
We employ a diverse team of qualified and experienced specialists, all trained in the latest cosmetic and aesthetic beauty techniques. As a multidisciplinary aesthetic clinic, Zenith Nottingham offers a range of advanced treatments at the highest quality of care.
Call our Nottingham clinic on 0115 899 0252, or send us a message online to learn more about Zenith’s pigmentation treatments.
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Registered with Care Quality Commission – See our latest report here or download a PDF here. Serving clients from London, Leicester, Derby, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands and throughout the UK.
