SUN SPOTS AND FRECKLES
Distinct brown spots or freckles that have gradually appeared with sun exposure.
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DIFFUSE SUN DAMAGE AND UNEVEN TONE
Widespread mottled pigmentation, uneven colouring or a generally sun-damaged appearance.
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PATCHY OR RECURRING PIGMENTATION
Larger patches that may appear symmetrically and often return after treatment or sun exposure.
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DARK MARKS AFTER INFLAMMATION
Brown or grey marks remaining after acne, irritation, injury or another inflammatory skin concern.
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I’M NOT SURE
Pigmentation can look similar even when the underlying cause is different.
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Recommended starting point: • IPL • Pigment-targeting laser
Other approaches that may be considered: • Superficial chemical peels • Pigment-focused topical care
Often suited to distinct, superficial sun-related pigmentation. The exact treatment depends on the depth and type of pigment as well as the person’s skin characteristics.
Recommended starting point: • IPL • Superficial chemical peels
Other approaches that may be considered: • Pigment-targeting laser • Pigment-focused topical care
A broader treatment approach may be considered when pigmentation is spread across the skin rather than appearing as isolated spots.
Recommended starting point: • Pigment-stabilising topical care • Professional assessment before energy-based treatment
Other approaches that may be considered: • Selected chemical peels • Carefully selected laser or light treatment • Combination treatment
Patchy or recurrent pigmentation requires a cautious approach. Aggressive treatment is not always appropriate and ongoing management is often needed.
Recommended starting point: • Control the underlying inflammation • Pigment-focused topical care
Other approaches that may be considered: • Superficial chemical peels • Carefully selected laser or light treatment
Treatment should consider both the remaining pigmentation and the cause of the original inflammation. Skin type and risk of further pigmentation are particularly important.
Two treatments may both be used for pigmentation while targeting different pigment depths, patterns or causes. Treatment Map helps explain where options overlap, where they differ and when an alternative may not provide an equivalent result.
Treat the Concern, Not the Device.
Answer a few questions about your skin, pigmentation and treatment preferences to explore the treatment categories commonly considered.