Pigmentation
Fade dark spots, sun damage, and post-inflammatory pigmentation for a clearer, more even complexion
Skin Concern
Even Skin Tone, Natural Radiance
Pigmentation disorders, including sun spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, freckles, and age spots, develop when melanin is overproduced in localised areas.
If you have been told you have melasma, please see our dedicated Melasma page. For other forms of pigmentation, our laser and injectable protocols are designed to target pigment at its source for a clearer complexion.
What You Might Notice
Dark patches on the cheeks, forehead, or upper lip
Flat brown spots that appear or multiply after sun exposure
An uneven skin tone that concealer alone cannot fully correct
Dark marks left behind after acne or skin injury
A dull complexion that makes you look more fatigued than you feel
Spots that deepen in summer and fade slightly in cooler months
Why It Happens
UV Exposure
Ultraviolet light stimulates melanocytes to overproduce melanin. Cumulative sun exposure is the primary driver of age spots and uneven tone.
Hormonal Influence
Melasma is strongly linked to oestrogen and progesterone, commonly developing during pregnancy or on hormonal contraception.
Post-Inflammatory Response
Any skin injury can trigger excess melanin production during healing, leaving a dark mark that persists long after healing.
Genetics
Some skin types, particularly those common across Asian populations, are more prone to hyperpigmentation.
Heat and Inflammation
In tropical climates, ambient heat alone can aggravate melasma even without direct sun exposure.
Ageing and Slower Cell Turnover
As skin cell turnover slows with age, melanin accumulates in the skin, making pigmentation darker and more persistent.
Available Treatments
Chemical Peel
Brighten and resurface pigmented skin with controlled exfoliation.
Find Out MoreIPL
Broad-spectrum light targets superficial pigmentation and sun damage for a clearer, more even tone.
Find Out MoreLaser Toning
Q-switched Nd:YAG laser breaks down excess melanin at two wavelengths to fade spots and improve overall skin tone.
Find Out MorePolynucleotide (PN) Injections
Improve overall skin tone and repair pigment-damaged skin with polynucleotide therapy.
Find Out MoreRF Microneedling
Dual-wave RF that targets abnormal melanin deposits at the dermal-epidermal junction.
Find Out MoreTranexamic Acid Injection
Injectable skin brightening to suppress melanin production from within.
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Treatment Plans Built Around You
Every skin type is different. Our doctor uses objective skin imaging to design a treatment plan around your specific concerns and long-term skin health, considered, personalised, and built for you.