Skin hyperpigmentation is caused by skin cells that produce too much melanin (the protein that gives our skin, hair and eyes its colour). This can result in unwanted dark spots on the face and across the body.
Pigmentation can also be caused by sun exposure, injuries, new medications, hormonal changes, genetics or skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis or acne. Many people live with unwanted pigmentation that affects their confidence, but this needn’t be the case.
Pigmentation can be classified into three primary types: epidermal, dermal and mixed.
Laser pigmentation removal is an effective, relatively painless process that helps to permanently remove unwanted pigment from anywhere on your body.
The permanence of skin pigmentation varies. While some pigmentation, particularly that which is superficial, may fade over time, other forms can be permanent without professional intervention. Factors such as the type, depth, and cause of pigmentation play a crucial role in determining its persistence.
A holistic treatment strategy is generally the most effective against hyperpigmentation. This begins with diligent sun protection to prevent further pigment darkening. Implementing a topical skincare regime to prepare the skin is a critical next step. Additionally, topical products, chemical peels, energy-based devices such as Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and lasers, as well as cryotherapy, are effective methods. Each treatment targets pigmentation in specific ways, making them suitable for different types and severities of skin pigmentation.
Laser pigmentation removal offers a targeted approach to pigmentation removal, often providing quicker and more pronounced results compared to other treatments such as topical creams or chemical peels. However, the best treatment option depends on the type of pigmentation, skin type, and various other factors. A comprehensive evaluation by a dermatologist is necessary to determine the most effective treatment plan.
Our advanced laser technologies ensure a safe and effective pigment removal process. Easy to operate and highly effective, there is no better choice than Cynosure Lutronic.
Its peak power of 1.8GW and its ultra-short pulse duration of 450 picoseconds make the PicoPlus one of the most powerful picosecond lasers on the market. This allows it to better target pigments and fragment them into very fine particles that are more easily eliminated by the body while preserving the surrounding tissues. Its wavelength of 1064nm allows it to treat any phototype and target dermal pigmented lesions such as melasma, Ita and Ota nevus, dark circles and PIH. The PicoToning handpiece allows the use of large spot sizes and low fluences to eliminate the pigment without destroying the cell wall that contains it, which highly limits the risk of pigment rebound. It is very safe for melasma and HPPI treatments. Moreover, its 532nm wavelength is the most effective on epidermal pigmented lesions such as lentigos, age spots and freckles on light phototypes. The Ruvy Touch at 660nm is very helpful for treating epidermal pigmented lesions mentioned before on phototypes IV and Asian phototypes by limiting the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation thanks to its lower absorption by blood.
Thanks to its Hypersurge technology, the Hollywood Spectra delivers a much higher power peak than standard Q-Switched lasers. Thus, its photoacoustic effect is similar to that created by picosecond lasers. Hypersurge technology combined with IntelliBeam technology, which allows a very high-quality beam profile, allows 20-30% faster visual clinical improvement with less pigment rebound compared to standard Q-Switched lasers. Its wavelength of 1064nm allows it to treat any phototype and target dermal pigmented lesions such as melasma, Ita and Ota nevus, dark circles and PIH. Moreover, its 532nm wavelength is the most effective on epidermal pigmented lesions such as lentigos, age spots and freckles on light phototypes. The Ruvy Touch at 650nm is very helpful for treating epidermal pigmented lesions mentioned before on phototypes IV and Asian phototypes by limiting the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation thanks to its lower absorption by blood.
Safe and effective at treating pigment including, but not limited to, freckles, photoaging, decolletage, pigmentary disorders, hyperpigmentation, infraorbital dark circles. The PicoSure Pro spares skin from high thermal damage, meaning that, due to the 755nm wavelength, there is a reduced risk of redness, downtime, erythema, and hypopigmentation. It was one of the first picosecond lasers on the market, and has been revolutionising the aesthetics industry since its release.
The 532nm wavelength is highly absorbed by melanin, which makes it possible to effectively treat epidermal pigmented lesions such as lentigo, lentigines, age spots, freckles, seborrheic keratoses on phototypes I to IV. The ICD (Intelligent Cooling Device), a powerful cooling system combined with the laser, avoids the risk of PIH when treating phototypes IV, which makes it very safe. Moreover, the Intelligent Tracking allows more consistent efficient treatment coverage of large areas such as the decolleté for safer, more effective and faster treatments.
The first step on your pigmentation removal journey must be to find a qualified practitioner who specialises in laser treatments for pigmentation removal.
Cynosure Lutronic provide a variety of devices specifically designed to remove unwanted pigment with minimal pain. To find a local provider that offers the safest, most reliable pigment removal, click the link below.
