What is Hyperpigmentation & Hypopigmentation?

Hyperpigmentation is the name that healthcare professionals give to patches of skin that become darker than the surrounding areas of skin. Types of hyperpigmentation include age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Each of these has different cause and a range of treatments and products, including creams and cosmetic procedures.

Our body contains a pigment called melanin, which determines the colour of your skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin types tend to have more melanin in their skin cells than those with lighter skin – but imbalances and disorders of the skin can lead to inconsistent colouration, patterning and ‘blotches’.

For more information on our Hyperpigmentation & Hypopigmentation clinics on the Wirral and Chester, please go over to our clinic locations page here or phone us on 0151 203 0003.

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What Causes Skin Pigmentation or Hyperpigmentation?

Pigmentation, or hyperpigmentation can occur for a variety of reasons. The effects can also become more obvious as we age. If it is left untreated and unprotected can worsen over time.

Common causes of hyperpigmentation are:

  • Sun over-exposure
  • Genetics
  • Hormonal changes. For example, during or after menopause
  • Medical conditions. For example, Addisons Disease
  • Trauma to the skin. For example, burns or unhealed scar tissue

Obagi® Nu-Derm Fx System: Uses gold standard ingredients to prevent the formation of melanin in the epidermis. This complete skin care system is available for normal/dry and normal/oily skin and transforms the appearance of ageing skin.

Obagi® Medical products as Treatment

Established over 30 years ago in 1988, Obagi® has led transformative research and advanced to become one of the industry’s leading brands for scientifically proven ingredients in the skin care. Obagi® is a non-invasive, topical product range that corrects and prevents the signs of ageing and hyperpigmentation. This medical-grade skin care is only distributed by a licensed medical professional (such as a doctor or nurse prescriber).

Hyperpigmentation Treatment FAQ’s

Your body contains a pigment called melanin, which determines the colour of your skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin types tend to have more melanin in their skin cells than those with lighter skin – but imbalances and disorders of the skin can lead to inconsistent colouration, patterning and ‘blotches’.

When skin cells are healthy, your skin will appear normal and even. However, when skin cells become damaged or unhealthy, extra melanin is produced to help protect your skin. Alternatively, the cells that produce pigment can be damaged, which prevents melanin production. As a result, parts of your skin may turn lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation), both of which are recognisable skin conditions. This page talks mostly about the symptoms of hyperpigmentation. For more information on hypopigmentation, see white spots.

Pigmentation, or hyperpigmentation as it is also known, can occur for a variety of reasons. The effects can also become more obvious as we age, and if left untreated and unprotected can worsen.

Hyperpigmentation Treatment Pricing

Following on from your consultation. your specialist will take you through a bespoke treatment plan. Prices can vary depending on the type and length of the treatment plan, which is why we always offer a FREE no obligation consultation.

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