Do your patients have unwanted age spots, freckles, darkened patches or melasma? Dermapen Treatments™ for pigmentation give patients the chance to rewrite their skin's history for a smooth, even complexion.
Pigmentation Treatment
Condition Overview
Cells inside the skin called melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin (also known as pigment). Melanin determines the colour of the skin. If the skin produces more melanin or pigment, there will be darker skin.
When people talk about skin pigmentation concerns, they’re talking about hyper- or hypo-pigmentation. Both of these are a result of changes in melanin production. Hypopigmentation is when there is no pigment in parts of the skin, resulting in white or pink patches. Hyperpigmentation is an excess production of melanin resulting in darker patches of skin.
Dermapen Treatments are highly effective for targeting pigmentation concerns. The pigmentation treatment is for all skin shades, but is a particularly advantageous solution for dark skin colours, where laser treatments may not be the safest option due to further pigmentation risks.
Symptoms
Several types of skin pigmentation issues can contribute to an uneven skin tone, and depending on their severity, they may affect your appearance and self-esteem. Age spots, also known as sunspots, are common and often appear due to prolonged sun exposure. Melasma, sometimes referred to as chloasma, presents as larger patches of discoloration and is often triggered by hormonal changes. This type of pigmentation can be more prominent in people with darker skin tones or during pregnancy. Freckles, though generally harmless, can also cause uneven skin tone, especially in those with lighter complexions.
While freckles may fade with age, they can be exacerbated by sun exposure. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) occurs after skin inflammation or injury, leaving darkened areas where the skin has healed. This type of pigmentation is often seen after acne or skin trauma and can linger for months. Each of these pigmentation concerns can lead to visible changes in the skin, impacting how people feel about their overall appearance.
Pigmentation Dermapen Treatments™
Dermapen Treatments can help reduce the visible appearance of the skin pigmentation concerns and reveal a more even and radiant complexion.
What to expect:
Thousands of flawless fractional micro-channels are created in the skin using the Dermapen 4™ to promote a more balanced and normalised cellular function with regulated melanin production. As melanocytes (pigment producing cells) are directly targeted, a repair and corrective process encourages even skin tone for a smooth and radiant appearance.
Each of the needles in the Dermapen 4 cartridge are ultrafine and move in such a way as to cause very little discomfort. The speed of the device means your procedure will be over before your patient know it so they can luxuriate in a BRITE LITE 3D SCULPTURED FACE MASK as their skin begins its transformation.
Our Authorised Treatment Providers will advise patients how many procedures are required to fade the appearance of their pigmentation. Dermapen Treatments follow proven DermapenWorld Protocols and are able to address other concerns, such as acne or signs of ageing, at the same time. Our Protocols include a tailored Dp Dermaceuticals skincare routine to achieve the best outcomes for the skin.
Pigmentation can be made worse with sun exposure, so protecting the skin with COVER RECOVER™ SPF30 from Dp Dermaceuticals is a non-negotiable part of the Dermapen Treatment for pigmentation. Using the Dermapen HOME™ device will accelerate and enhance the journey towards even skin tone.
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Dermapen Treatments™ offer a holistic skin care system — a powerful combination of deeper clinical microneedling procedures, weekly top-ups with Dermapen HOME, Dp Dermaceuticals L.E.D.™ and twice-daily application of your tailored Dp Dermaceuticals skincare routine.
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MicroneedlingWhat is Skin Pigmentation?
When people talk about skin pigmentation, they're talking about the natural colour of your skin, determined by the amount of melanin it contains. Here are some common types of skin pigmentation disorders:
Melasma: These dark patches on the face are often triggered by hormonal changes (like pregnancy).
Hyperpigmentation: The skin can produce excess melanin in response to damage, resulting in dark spots or patches. Causes include sun exposure, acne scars, and inflammation.
Hypopig...mentation: In contrast, hypopigmentation occurs when melanin production decreases. It leads to lighter patches on the skin. Conditions like vitiligo and post-inflammatory hypopigmentation fall into this category.
Freckles: These small, flat brown spots are often caused by sun exposure. They’re more common in fair-skinned individuals.
Age spots (lentigines): These are also related to sun exposure and appear as flat, brown spots on areas frequently exposed to the sun.
How Does Skin Pigmentation Affect My Appearance?
Skin pigmentation changes can significantly impact your appearance. Let’s break it down:
1. Hyperpigmentation: Dark spots or patches can make your skin look uneven. These may result from sun damage, acne scars, or inflammation.
2. Hypopigmentation: Lighter patches due to reduced melanin can also affect appearance. Conditions like vitiligo can cause noticeable contrast.
3. Freckles and age spots: While freckles are harmless, they can alter your complexion. Age spots (lentigines) may make you appear older.
Remember, a regular twice-daily skincare routine with targeted activities and wearing sun protection play a crucial role in maintaining an even complexion.
Why Choose Dermapen Treatments for Pigmentation
Microneedling, also known as collagen-induction therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure that involves using ultra-fine needles to create tiny punctures in the top layer of your skin. These controlled microinjuries stimulate your skin’s healing process, leading to increased collagen and elastin production.
Dermapen Treatments are a holistic combination of in-clinic microneedling procedures with the Dermapen 4 and at-home microneedling top-ups with Dermapen HOME, combined with effective and transformative Dp Dermaceuticals™ skincare.
Here’s how it benefits your skin:
Evens skin tone: It helps fade dark spots, stubborn melasma, and other uneven pigmentation issues.
Reduces stretch marks and scars: Dermapen Treatments can fade stretch marks and various types of scars, including acne scars, which commonly co-exist with hyperpigmentation.
Enhances absorption of topical ingredients: By creating tiny channels, microneedling allows pigmentation-preventing skincare products to penetrate deeper into the skin.
Safe for melasma and darker skin tones: Since it doesn’t involve heat, Dermapen Treatments are generally safer for patients with melasma or darker skin tones.
