Pigmentation

Pigmentation refers to an increase in the melanin content of the skin. Melanin is the natural pigment that gives skin its distinctive colour. There are different causes of pigmentation such as:

  • Melasma
  • Ephilides (freckles)
  • Lentigos (sun spots)
  • Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)

PIH may be caused by any trauma to the skin that results in inflammation and acne is often the cause. The inflammatory process stimulates the skin to produce more pigment, presumably as a defence mechanism.

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PIH after allergy            PIH after sun damage  PIH after acne

Treatment includes removing the aggravating factor where possible. We also recommend daily use of a broad-spectrum (covering a wide range of wavelengths) UVA and UVB sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 25, as the most effective way to protect the skin from further sun damage. To eradicate existing pigmentation Pulse Dye Laser can be very effective and VIVA Clinic also offer a prescription skincare range called Vi-Derm which can get good results.

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Gallery of Pigmentation Before and Afters

Treatments

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Wrinkle Treatments

In the capable and assured hands of VIVA Clinic's Dr Tapan, Wrinkle Treatments are a highly effective treatment to smooth away lines, leaving you with a natural and rejuvenated appearance.

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Dermal Fillers

In the hands of an experienced and qualified practitioner like Dr Tapan, dermal fillers are a effective and versatile treatment that can deal with a whole range of ageing concerns.

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Laser Resurfacing

In a relaxed, intimate setting in North London, VIVA Clinic offers gold-standard fractional laser treatments, clinically proven to improve the skin's quality and tone as well as eradicating facial blemishes.