Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation appears as dark patches or uneven skin tone caused by excess melanin. Triggers include sun exposure, hormonal changes, acne, or skin trauma. At Vitalize Skin Clinic, we treat various forms of hyperpigmentation—like sunspots, and acne scars—using customized treatments such as chemical peels, microneedling, and laser therapy to restore clear, even-toned skin.
About Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is when areas of the skin have a darkened discolouration, causing the skin to look uneven due to an overproduction of melanin (pigment). Some forms of hyperpigmentation include sunspots, freckles, post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne scars, melasma, or simply discoloured patches of uneven skin which can occur anywhere on the face or body. Hyperpigmentation is caused by various factors including genetics, trauma to the skin, hormonal changes or sun exposure. At Vitalize Skin Clinic, hyperpigmentation is commonly treated using chemical peels, laser pigmentation removal, or microneedling depending on the type of hyperpigmentation present as well as your skin type.
What Causes Hyperpigmentation?
Sunspots, Age Spots, and Freckles
These brown spots are often the result of long-term sun exposure combined with genetic factors. For light to medium skin types, we safely treat them with the Candela GentleMax Pro laser; for deeper skin tones, customized chemical peels are a safer and more effective option.
Acne Scarring and Discoloration
After acne clears, it can leave behind pink, red, or brown discoloration—sometimes even when the breakout itself wasn’t severe. At Vitalize, chemical peels and microneedling help fade these leftover marks and smooth out uneven skin tone.
Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)
Any trauma to the skin—like cuts, burns, or even bug bites—can trigger a surge of melanin production, leaving dark spots behind. Treatments like chemical peels, microneedling, and gentle lasers can speed up the fading process without damaging healthy skin.
Who Is This For?
Candidates For Acne Scar Removal
Anyone with sunspots, age spots, or freckles
Anyone with discolored acne scars
Anyone with uneven or discolored skin on the face or body
Anyone with facial redness from broken capillaries
Anyone with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (after trauma or acne)
Anyone with pigmentation on the inner thighs, underarms, or other body areas
Anyone with melasma or hormonal pigmentation (not mentioned above, but common)
Anyone experiencing pigmentation changes due to aging
Anyone exposed to prolonged sun damage without adequate sun protection
Anyone seeking to even out overall skin tone and complexion
Anyone with pigmentation issues after cosmetic procedures (e.g., waxing, laser burns)
Anyone in good overall health without contraindications (e.g., not pregnant, no active skin
Anyone , not on isotretinoin, not sunburnt)
Popular Treatments
Laser Pigmentation Removal
Chemical Peels
Microneedling