Hyperpigmentation Treatment
Fight back against hyperpigmentation.
- What is it? Specialised creams, peels, IPLand laser treaments to reverse the signs of pigmentation.
- How does it work? Stimulates fibroblast growth factors that improve the texture and colour of your skin.
What is hyperpigmentation?
Hyperpigmentation occurs when patches of your skin grow darker. It might appear in the form of dark patches of skin, acne, eczema, brown spots or black spots.
The condition can be caused by old age, pregnancy, overexposure to the sun or other skin trauma such as rashes, bruises and acne.
The symptoms of hyperpigmentation can appear anywhere on your body, but are perhaps most common on your face, body, and intimate area.
Hyperpigmentation in the intimate area
Although the signs of hyperpigmentation generally appear in exposed areas of your skin, it's also common for your intimate area. Although it's not serious, it can cause discomfort and lead to feelings of self-consciousness and anxiety.
Hyperpigmentation in the intimate area are caused by the same things as anywhere else on your body. However, in your intimate area it can also come about as a result of your skin rubbing together and generating friction.
Treatment options at Dundrum Clinic
- Chemical Peels - Our professional-grade peels help to exfoliate the upper layers of the skin, fading dark spots and promoting cell renewal for a more even complexion.
- Laser Therapy - This non-invasive treatment breaks down melanin deposits and stimulates collagen production, improving skin texture and tone.
- Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy - IPL is a light-based treatment that targets pigmentation and sun damage at a deeper level. The light energy is absorbed by the pigment, breaking it down and helping the skin to heal. IPL is an excellent option for treating sun spots, age spots, and other forms of pigmentation.
- Customised Creams - Formulated specifically for your skin, these creams lighten hyperpigmented areas and reduce the overactivity of melanocytes (the cells responsible for melanin production), offering a longer-term solution for hyperpigmentation.
Frequently asked questions
We use special cosmetic products to reverse the effects of hyperpigmentation. Typically we use a combination of creams and peels to get the best results possible.
Our treatment stimulates fibroblast growth factors that improve the texture and colour of your skin. This helps to reverse the signs of pigmentation and ageing.
Your hyperpigmentation treatment starts with an initial consultation at our clinic in Dublin. This is where we assess your condition and decide on the best course of treatment.
Our hyperpigmentation treatment is suitable for men and women who want to improve the appearance of dark patches of skin caused by hyperpigmentation. It is a non-invasive treatment without the use of needles.
The treatment isn't suitable for people with signs of skin irritation or skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis. It's also not suitable for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or allergic to the ingredients in the products.
You might see some redness or irritation after your treatment, but this tends to be very mild and normally disappears within a few days. Otherwise there are no reported side effects of our hyperpigmentation treatment.
We recommend a total of 5 sessions spaced 15 days apart. Each session should take no more than 30 minutes.
Meet the team
Giselle Gerka
Women's health and skincare specialist
Giselle Gerka is a women's health and skincare specialist. Gely is a qualified solicitor and worked as a lawyer in her native Venezuela until 2008, when she moved to Ireland to become the service coordinator at Dundrum Clinic. After the birth of her son in 2010, Giselle started to learn more about the health challenges women face after childbirth. She went on to study Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at Rey Juan Carlos University in Madrid before further training in the UK under the guidance of pelvic floor specialist Gerard Greene.
Dr. Clare Cushen
Cosmetic consultations
Dr. Clare Cushen, MB BCh BAO, graduated from Trinity College, Dublin in 2004. She has a Masters in Clinical Dermatology from Kings College London (2009), and Diplomas in Aesthetic Medicine (Greenwich University, 2010) and Pharmaceutical Medicine (Trinity College, 2014).
Caroline Noble
Client Service Coordinator
Caroline Noble is one of our reception team and our main client service co-ordinator. Caroline started her career in banking and finance but was always passionate about skincare. Having completed numerous training courses in Zo Skin Health, Caroline would gladly discuss any skin care concerns you might have.
Dr. Evelyn Alba
Gynaecology Specialist
I am dedicated to helping my patients improve their quality of life by using innovative techniques and personalised treatments to address a variety of sexual and reproductive health conditions.
- Specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics from the University of Carabobo (Venezuela)
- Master's Degree in Gynaecologic Oncology and Multidisciplinary Breast Pathology from the University of Barcelona
- Postgraduate specialization in aesthetic and functional gynecology and female cosmetic surgery from the University of Barcelona.
- Member of SEGERF, Spanish Society of Aesthetic Regenerative Functional Gynecology
- Member of AEEM, Spanish Association for the Study of Menopause.
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