Pigmentation problems - Lincoln Laser Skincare

Lincoln Laser Skincare
explaining
Pigmentation
problems
W H AT I S I N V O LV E D ?
At Lincoln Laser Skincare Ltd. we use the Lynton Lumina Intense Pulsed Light System for
the removal of superficial pigmentation problems. This state-of-the-art IPL system has been
developed by Lynton Lasers Ltd. using the latest medical laser technologies. It is suitable
There are several types of skin
for use with superficial pigmentation caused by prolonged sun exposure such as solar
pigmentation that can be treated
lentigines(sun/age spots) and freckles and is particularly useful for reducing these problems
by laser/IPL therapy whilst other
on the face, neck, décolleté and hands.
types of pigmentation can only be
Types of Skin Pigmentation
treated with non-laser methods.
Prolonged sun exposure can result in changes to skin pigmentation such as freckles and
In view of this, we will need to see
lentigines (known as age spots, liver spots or sun spots). These benign superficial
your pigmentation problem in
pigmented lesions are often found on the face, chest and hands or other areas that are
order to assess which type of
prone to sun damage. They can be successfully treated with the Lumina IPL System,
treatment is suitable for you.
restoring even colouring to the skin.
Some types of pigmentation can
Many people develop pigment problems which are not suitable for IPL treatment. There are
be treated through the use of
many causes – environmental, hormonal and genetic. In darker skin types particularly, it is
topical skin preparations and we
common for dark patches to form following skin inflammation or injury. This is known as
have several medical grade
“post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation” and needs very careful treatment to prevent it from
products which can aid in
worsening. IPL and laser treatments are very likely to make the problem worse and we
effectively restoring an even
recommend a very cautious approach.
colouring to the skin.
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explaining Pigmentation problems
It is possible to improve excess pigmentation through use of skin products and non-laser treatments
such as microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion uses minute silica crystals which are blown against
the skin, exfoliating and encouraging new skin cell turnover. Vitamin C skin products are useful for their
ability to suppress the skin's production of pigmentation and for their collagen boosting properties.
If your pigmentation problem is not suitable for IPL treatment, we can give advice on suitable alternative
treatments and recommend skin products that can reduce the discolouration. Although these
treatments are slower, they are safer and the results are usually good.
Intense Pulsed Light Treatment
If your pigmentation is suitable for treatment with the IPL system we will need to perform a test patch
in the problem area to assess your skins reaction. After this, an appointment can be booked for a full
treatment at your convenience. The cost of this is included in the consultation fee.
How does IPL treatment Work?
The light emitted by the IPL system is absorbed by the colour in the pigmentation. This heats up and
destroys the skin cells (melanocytes) which produce the excess colour. Occasionally mild swelling can
be expected and darkening of the lesion will also be noticed. As the skin sheds naturally, this darkening
will fade away leaving the lesion paler and less noticeable. This usually takes around 10 days. The
treatments are scheduled at 4-6 weeks intervals. The number of treatments required can vary but
several are often required to achieve desired results.
Does it Hurt?
Most people treated with the IPL would describe feeling a mild stinging sensation. Of course, individuals’
interpretation of pain is different but even so, we always use a chilled air cooler during treatment to
reduce any discomfort that may be felt.
BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT
Lincoln Laser Skincare
If you have any enquiries or would like to
make a skin assessment consultation appointment
please call us on 01522 575 756 or email us at
lincolnlaser@btconnect.com
3 Beaumont Fee, Lincoln, LN1 1UH
Tel 01522 575 756
WWW.LINCOLNLASERSKINCARE.COM