Hyperpigmentation | Monte Clinic

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Before diving into the various treatments available, let's understand what hyperpigmentation actually is. Simply put, hyperpigmentation involves certain areas of the skin becoming darker than the surrounding skin due to an overproduction of melanin, which is the pigment responsible for creating our skin colour. This overproduction is caused by the alteration of certain cellular mechanisms and can be triggered by various factors such as unprotected sun exposure, hormonal changes, inflammation, genetic predisposition, skin injuries, and the use of photosensitising drugs such as oral contraceptives, anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, and so on.

Hyperpigmentation can involve different types of spots based on their origin and distribution on the skin, but often the area of greatest concern is on our face.

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TYPES OF PIGMENTATION

Hyperpigmentation refers to spots and patches of skin that are darker than the surrounding area
It develops when skin overproduces melanin, the pigment responsible for skin’s color
Hyperpigmentation can result from skin injury, overexposure to the sun and as part of the aging process
Over the counter and prescription-strength topicals are available, as well as professional treatments
Hyperpigmentation is a very common condition that is characterized by dark spots or patches of skin that result from increased melanin production, the pigment that provides color to skin. These spots go by a number of different names including age spots, sunspots, liver spots, solar lentigines or postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), depending on the cause.

Treatment can be challenging and focuses on different mechanisms to prevent or hinder melanin production; break down and slough off pigmented cells, enhance skin cell turnover and decrease inflammation.

Sunspots, also referred to as age spots, liver spots and solar lentigines are flat, light brown to black pigmented lesions that develop on any areas of skin that are chronically exposed to the sun’s damaging UVA rays. To shield itself from DNA damage, skin reacts by overproducing melanin as a protective mechanism.

Sunspots are a form of photodamage and have been linked to an increased risk of skin cancer.

While all skin types and skin tones are susceptible to this type of hyperpigmentation, people who fall within types I–III of the Fitzpatrick skin type scale have pale to medium light skin, and are most vulnerable to this type of hyperpigmentation.

When an injury or trauma occurs to skin such as a cut, burn, bug bite, infection or abrasion the skin responds by overproducing melanin during the healing process.

It is important to identify the cause of the inflammation in order to seek appropriate treatment and stop the progression, otherwise dark spots will remain at the site of injury, once healed.

Studies show that skin of color is most vulnerable to PIH due to the greater degree of pigmentation in their skin.

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WHAT CAUSES HYPERPIGMENTATION?

Inflammatory skin conditions such as acne increase the risk of hyperpigmentation. This inflammation stimulates melanin production during the healing process leaving behind discoloured areas of skin once lesions have healed.

This discoloration appears as dark spots in skin of colour and redder in lighter skin tones. Treating the underlying cause of inflammation quickly can reduce the severity of this hyperpigmentation.

Over time, intrinsic factors such as genetics and hormones combined with extrinsic factors such as sun exposure and environmental pollutants take their toll on skin and speed up the aging process.

Sun spots and age spots develop as a protective mechanism, to protect skin from further damage. Skin can also take on an uneven colour or appear mottled due to an alteration in pigment distribution and turnover.

An increase in hormones progesterone and estrogen are known to occur during menstruation, pregnancy or menopause. This increases melanin synthesis which causes overpigmented areas of skin.

This is the case as well for melasma. Brown patches of pigmented skin appear on the skin around the eyes, nose and cheeks, which is commonly referred to as the mask of pregnancy given how common the condition is among pregnant women. Sun exposure worsens symptoms.

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360° approach for all types of pigmentation

Why choose Monte Clinic for your pigmentation treatment?

At Monte Clinic, we take a 360-degree approach to treating pigmentation concerns, combining advanced technology with personalized care for visible, lasting results. Our treatment plans are tailored to address various types of pigmentation—including melasma, sunspots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone—using a range of innovative and effective solutions.

At the heart of our pigmentation protocol is Cosmelan, the world’s leading depigmenting treatment, known for its powerful ability to regulate melanin production and visibly reduce dark spots.

We also offer Harmony laser treatments, which use light and laser technology to safely target pigmented lesions and promote even, radiant skin. These treatments work in synergy to restore a clearer, brighter complexion while supporting long-term skin health.

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