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Pigmentation and Dark Spots: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Pigmentation and dark spots can affect the skin anywhere on your body, but it’s most common on areas that are exposed to the sun frequently, like your face and hands. If you struggle with uneven skin tone or dark patches/spots that won’t fade, this could be what’s called hyperpigmentation – more on that in a minute. The good news is, there are treatments designed for pigmentation, which can help achieve clearer, brighter skin. What is Pigmentation? Pigmentation basically means the colouring of your skin and is determined by the amount of melanin you produce and how it’s distributed across your skin. When we talk about pigmentation, what we’re usually referring to is actually hyperpigmentation. This is when dark spots, areas or patches form due to an excess of melanin production. It’s these dark areas that can often cause concern or … Continue reading

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