Skin spots: brown spots, age spots, and pigmentation spots
A skin spot, or pigmentation spot, is a common concern for many people. This skin condition, treated at Victoria Park Medispa, is actually a discoloration resulting from an overproduction of melanin.
This overproduction can be caused by various factors such as age, genetic predisposition, medications, exposure to ultraviolet rays, acne, or other skin injuries. This pigmentation alteration can affect self-esteem, in addition to raising questions and medical concerns. By understanding its causes, it is possible to prevent them, for example by limiting exposure to the sun, free radicals, and aging products (xenobiotics).
To manage this dermatological condition and its daily impacts, non-invasive care methods can be offered to patients who wish at Victoria Park Medispa. Some treatments can temporarily reduce them, while others, depending on the type of pigmentation spot, have a permanent nature aiming to correct them definitively.
Brown spots on the skin
A brown spot on the skin can take various forms; conintimate nevi (or birthmarks) present from birth, and those acquired over time. They can be flat or raised, and their color varies from brown to black, including red and pink. Populations that may be affected include those who suffer from hyperpigmentation, as well as those with a genetic predisposition or darker skin. Medical-aesthetic treatments offered at Victoria Park Medispa such as laser therapy or surgical excision can be considered for individuals seeking to improve their appearance for personal or professional reasons.
Nevi can evolve over time, especially during childhood and adolescence, which requires careful monitoring to detect any changes in size, shape, color, or texture. These changes could signal potential issues, and although most nevi are harmless, some pose a risk of transforming into melanoma. This is a type of skin cancer (atypical or dysplastic nevi), requiring evaluation by a dermatologist in case of unusual changes.
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Age spots
Prolonged exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays can lead to the accumulation of skin damage over time, including age spots (solar or actinic lentigines). These flat areas of darker pigmentation, with well-defined contours, develop in people with fair skin, especially those over 70 years old. This type of skin spot appears on areas most often exposed to the sun (face, hands, arms, and décolleté), and can vary in size and color (light or dark brown, and black).
People dealing with these pigmentation alterations may see their self-confidence affected and will therefore resort to daily camouflage care (corrective makeup and lightening creams). However, the use of these cosmetic products and other artificial substances (antibiotics, cleaning products, environmental pollutants, food additives, perfumes, painkillers, nicotine, alcohol, etc.) has the effect of accelerating aging. It is therefore advisable to use the most natural products possible, sparingly, and to adopt protective measures (sunscreen, vitamin E, etc.). At the Victoria Park Medispa medical-aesthetic clinic, laser treatment, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion offer long-term solutions to reduce or eliminate age spots, thereby reducing dependence on cosmetics and minimizing potential damage to the skin.
Pigmentation spots
Pigmentation spots (hyperpigmentation) manifest as areas of darker skin, due to excessive production of melanin. This type of skin spot can originate from multiple sources (sun exposure, hormonal changes, genetic factors, skin aging, trauma, inflammation, or oxidation of the skin due to the accumulation of damage caused by free radicals). While the location of a skin spot may not be problematic in most cases, it will tend to form on sensitive and widely exposed skin areas (face, hands, back, and legs). This can lead to social discomfort and complexes in some people, and be a source of medical concern. In case of doubt, a pigmentation spot should be evaluated by a dermatologist to rule out any serious condition such as malignant melanosis.
It is possible to prevent new pigmentation spots through antioxidants to eliminate free radicals, deep hydration, and sun protection (wearing protective clothing and limiting exposure to UV rays). Those who wish to treat pigmentation spots for aesthetic purposes can, on the other hand, resort to the care of professionals at Victoria Park Medispa, where various medical-aesthetic options are offered, such as laser treatments, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion.
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