Excess of melanin (pigment) deposition is always undesirable and the need to treat it immediately arises. Pigmentation can be superficial- restricted to the epidermis (brown) or deep – Dermal (blue-black). These conditions are usually unrelated to our well being but aesthetically are a cause of great concern.

Pigmentation can occur for a number of reasons:

• Melasma which is usually hormonal

• Post pregnancy

• Excessive exposure to sunlight – Sun spots

• Freckles

• Acanthosis nigricans

• Deep dermal pigmentation

• Use of wrong cosmetic products

• Post trauma or injury

• Post acne eruptions

• Hereditary

• Drug induced

It is important to diagnose the underlying cause and treat pigmentary conditions with great caution as they do have tendencies to flare and worsen. 

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TREATMENT

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