Pigmentation simply refers to the colour of our skin.
However, overactive areas of melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) within the skin can cause areas of hyper- or hypopigmentation, giving our skin an uneven appearance.
Hypopigmentation is the loss of the cells’ ability to produce melanin and results in a lighter patch than the surrounding skin, while hyperpigmentation – or excess production – leaves us with darker patches.
The causes for hyperpigmentation can vary, and include:
- ageing and genetic factors
- trauma to the skin
- environmental and UV exposure
- medications and medical conditions, particularly hormonal
As most people will have these experiences, you could say a life well lived causes pigmentation!
The most common types of hyperpigmentation we address in clinic are:…
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