Pigmentation causes for several reasons, while some of the most common ones are,
- Excessive sun exposure
- Skin inflammation
- Melasma
- Drug addiction
- Medical conditions like Addison’s disease
One can seek pigmentation treatment Singapore through cosmetic procedures and home remedies. Both can be equally effective, but it mostly depends on the severity of your hyperpigmentation. Here in this article, we will discuss both of these procedures in brief.
Cosmetic solutions for pigmentation
There are several effective pigmentation treatments available in Singapore and you can choose any one of them after consulting a cosmetic surgeon.
Microdermabrasion
The process affects the epidermis only where the superficial scarring occurs. The procedure works well with those who have a fairer skin tone.
During the procedure, your healthcare provider will use a handheld tool with a wire brush. Then they will swipe it across rapidly top remove the epidermis.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion also reaches the epidermis level but goes deep within to part your dermis. Dermabrasion would be a great option if you want to decrease pigmentation faster and more effectively than microdermabrasion.
Dermabrasion was mostly used to smooth out the wrinkles, but now it is also used for the following:
- Acne scars
- Age spots
- Pox scars
- Injury scars
- Sun damage
IPL or Intense Pulsed Light
IPL is a non-ablative laser treatment and works best for those with a fairer skin tone. IPL therapy stimulates collagen growth within the dermis to heal any scars and prevents the chances of pigmentation.
Skin resurfacing or Laser peel
The process uses a laser beam to focus them on the targeted areas to reduce pigmentation. There are two types of laser therapy available in Singapore – ablative and non-ablative.
Ablative lasers work better if you have a fairer skin tone and they remove the layers of your skin.
On the other hand, the non-ablative laser reaches the dermis to stimulate collagen growth.
Chemical peel
A chemical peel is one of the best ways to reduce uneven skin tone and prevent pigmentation. The treatment uses a stronger concentration of acid to penetrate deep within the skin and remove the epidermis layer.
Chemical peels are easily available at any medical store and can be done at home, but consulting a dermatologist is strongly advised before using them.
Apart from these 5 procedures, you can also use 3 at-home cosmetic procedures as a part of your pigmentation removal treatment.
- Skin lightening cream
- Retinoids
- Face acids
Home remedies for pigmentation removal
Yes, pigmentation can also be treated at home and several people have used the flowing home remedies to get the benefits.
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid that can lighten pigmentation and the procedure is quite simple.
- Mix apple cider vinegar and water
- Apply on the affected areas and leave for 5 minutes
- Wash with lukewarm water and repeat twice daily
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera contains aloin that is nontoxic and can effectively cure pigmentation problems.
Just follow the simple steps:
- Apply Aloe Vera gel in the affected areas
- Rinse with lukewarm water next morning
Red onion
Red onion extracts can be easily found at most of the skin and scar lightening creams. Research has found that dried red onion skins can be effectively used to brighten up your skin tone.
Green tea extract
Green tea extracts can be applied to the pigmented areas to reduce the problems. Just boil a tea bag for 3-5 minutes and let it cool and then apply them over the dark patches.
