Pigment spots are areas of the skin that have darkened for various reasons. They have a brown tint and are noticeably different in color from the surrounding tissues. Unlike skin changes caused by infections, injuries or fungi, age spots never become inflamed, so they are considered a purely cosmetic defect.
At the same time, in addition to deteriorating appearance, age spots cause other problems, often complicated by dryness and roughness of the skin, wrinkles, etc., which is why people try to get rid of them.
Age spots
After 55–60 years, unattractive spots often appear on the face, which cause grief and concern for many.
- Gives an unkempt look
- Emphasize age
- Causes cancer alertness or fear of cancer development
Pigment spots on the hands - about the reasons for their appearance and how to get rid of them - read here .
There are two types of age-related pigmentation: seborrheic keratosis and lentigo senile.
Senile lentigo
It occurs during the period of hormonal age-related changes, the reason is a decrease in sex hormones produced by the body.
Clinical picture: flat brown spots with blurred boundaries, which indicates a sufficient depth of their occurrence. The size of the spots can vary and reach up to 1 cm in diameter.
Seborrheic keratosis
Formed in areas with an increased number of sebaceous glands, i.e. on seborrheic areas.
Clinical picture: spots of brown and dark brown color, distinctive features - rise above the surface of the skin, the spots themselves have a greasy surface, covered with horny scales.
The rashes have a characteristic localization - these are seborrheic areas of the skin - the back, chest and face (mainly the T-zone).
The spots are benign, but it is necessary to exercise oncological vigilance, up to a 20% chance of their malignancy.
In men
The stronger sex may also well suffer from such a common problem, but its prerequisites are somewhat different:
- Sensitive and excessively thin dermis.
- Genetics.
- Neuroses, constant stress.
- Excess estrogen.
- Lack of minerals and vitamins.
- Age over 45 years.
- Smoking, drinking alcohol, hazardous work conditions.
Some of the reasons naturally overlap with “female” ones.
How to remove age spots on the face
Seborrheic keratosis
Due to the existing likelihood of malignancy, consultation with an oncologist or dermatologist-oncologist is necessary about the possibility of removing the formations.
The method of correction is surgical removal.
Senile lentigo
Correction is possible by prescribing cosmetics - the treatment regimen corresponds to the classic treatment of pigmentation and includes 3 points:
- Exfoliants
- Lightening agents
- Antioxidants
Prevention of the recurrence of lentigo is the regular application of sunscreen with SPF and preparations with antioxidants to the skin, because there is a failure of the skin's own antioxidant defense system.
IMPORTANT! If, over the age of 55 years, there are pigment spots and formations on the skin, the clinical picture of which does not correspond to that described above, a face-to-face consultation with an oncologist is necessary. Prescribing lightening procedures and medications without consulting this specialist is undesirable!
After consulting a dermatologist, lightening drugs are prescribed and retinoids are preferred.
Price for pigmentation treatment
- BBL /BBL photorejuvenation at the gene level
Read the terms of the promotionREMOVAL OF PIGMENTATION BENEFIT 25% Area of influence Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. Forehead 4 450 5 900 Face 14 900 19 900 Neck 10 460 13 950 Cleavage 11 200 14 900 Face+Neck 20 200 26 900 Face+Neck+Décolleté 26 900 35 900 Cheeks 6 680 8 900 Chin 5 150 6 900 Hands 5 200 6 900 Forearms 11 150 14 900 Back (one area) 13 450 17 900 Zone 5 cm by 5 cm 5 900 One flash 590 ACNE TREATMENT Area of influence Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. Face 11 150 14 900 Back 14 150 18 900 Cleavage 12 650 16 900 Zone 10 cm* 10 cm 12 900 REMOVAL OF VESSELS AND ROSACEA Area of influence Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. 1 category 11 950 15 900 2nd category 12 650 16 900 3 category 14 950 19 900 Face 14 950 19 900 Neck 9 650 12 900 Cleavage 11 150 14 900 Face+Neck 20 150 26 900 Face+Neck+Décolleté 26 950 35 900 Forehead 4 450 5 900 Cheeks 6 650 8 900 Chin 5 150 6 900 Hands 5 150 6 900 Forearms 11 150 14 900 Back (one area) 13 450 17 900 Zone 5 cm by 5 cm 5 900 One flash 590 PHOTO REJUVENATION FOREVER YOUNG Area of influence Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. Face 24 675 32 900 Neck 19 425 25 900 Cleavage 23 175 30 900 Hands 9 675 12 900 Forearms 14 850 19 800 Face+Neck 37 425 49 900 Face+Neck+Décolleté 47 175 62 900 Make an appointment
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Area of influence Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. Fractional facial peeling 17 300 Face, including eyelid area 26 300 Face without treatment of upper and lower eyelids 22 300 Upper or lower eyelid area 10 300 Forehead 11 300 Temple area 5 300 Cheek area 6 300 Chin 8 300 Cheeks 16 300 Neck 17 300 Cleavage 18 300 Face+neck 35 300 Face + eyelids + neck + décolleté 49 400 Hands 14 300 Other areas of the body 100 per 1cm2 Scar correction / length 1cm 1 500 Anesthesia, 15 gr. 1 500 * Anesthesia is not included in the price
Make an appointment - Consultations and doctor appointments
Name of service Specialist. price, rub. price, rub. Initial consultation with a dermatocosmetologist/history collection, recommendations/30 min 1 800* Consultation with a dermatocosmetologist: treatment regimen, referral for examinations, selection of home care products 3 500 Consultation with a physiotherapist / 30 min FOR FREE 1 800 Initial appointment with a dermatovenerologist 2 900 Initial appointment with a dermatovenerologist/trichologist (including trichoscopy) 3 500 Repeated appointment with a dermatovenerologist/trichologist (without trichoscopy) 1 500 Repeated trichoscopy 1 250 * If after consultation you pay for any procedure within a month, the cost of consultation is included in the cost of the procedure, i.e.
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Why retinoids
To effectively lighten the skin from age spots, the same three groups of products are needed: lightening substances - reduce the production of melanin, antioxidants - reduce the number of free radicals that provoke melanin hyperproduction and exfoliating substances - accelerate cellular renewal and remove colored cells from the surface of the skin.
Retinoids cope with all three tasks simultaneously, which reduces the number of products used to one.
IMPORTANT! Retinoids are involved in the activation of genes responsible for suppressing tumor growth.
Therefore, some retinoids are used as a local auxiliary drug in the treatment of skin manifestations of cancer. Thus, the use of retinoids is the prevention of degeneration of age-related neoplasms.
Read about how important retinoids are in correcting age spots remaining on the skin after acne - post-acne here .
Causes of hyperpigmentation
An increase in melanin production can be associated both with physiological changes occurring in the body and as a result of pathologies. The most well-known factors influencing the occurrence of stains are:
- endocrine diseases;
- hormonal changes during pregnancy or menopause;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and adrenal glands;
- metabolic disorder;
- vitamin deficiency or hypervitaminosis;
- helminthic infestations;
- severe intoxication of the body;
- trauma or inflammatory processes;
- prolonged exposure to the sun;
- taking medications - antibiotics of the tetracycline group, gentamicins, erythromycins, as well as some NSAIDs, salicylic acid, antidepressants, diuretics, sleeping pills and sedatives, antihistamines, St. John's wort extract, etc.;
- heredity.
Changes can also appear due to prolonged stress. Since melanocytes belong to the nervous system, any fluctuations and unstable conditions lead to serious pigmentation disorders.
How do retinoids work?
Retinoids are a group of vitamin A derivative substances used by dermatologists and cosmetologists for a number of indications. Due to its physiological effect on the skin, it effectively rejuvenates, eliminates acne and brightens the skin.
- Inhibit tyrosinase
- They inhibit the transport of pigment in the skin - the process of transferring melanin into the pigment cells of melanocytes
- Normalize cellular renewal and stimulate timely exfoliation of pigmented horny scales from the surface of the skin.
- Activate keratogenesis - the appearance on the surface of the skin of cells with a normal, genetically programmed amount of pigment, i.e. normally colored.
- They work as conductors for other active ingredients, ensuring their deep penetration.
Knowing the principles of operation and rules of application, you can achieve a true correction of existing skin problems.
Prevention
The first and main preventive measure is proper protection from the harmful effects of direct sunlight. It is worth remembering that you can safely stay under ultraviolet light for no more than 10-15 minutes, after which the risk of getting a burn increases significantly. You should always apply sunscreen to prevent problems.
The second thing that should not be forgotten is regular health checks. Don’t be afraid to visit a doctor, get tested and find out your current condition. After all, it is much easier to prevent a problem than to deal with it later. It won’t hurt to change your clothes to natural ones, throw out chafing and tight things, and lead a healthy lifestyle.
Rules for using retinoids
IMPORTANT! It is a serious mistake for a cosmetologist if he avoids prescribing retinoids for fear of side effects: redness, erythema, dryness and flaking. These symptoms can be easily avoided if you follow the recommendations:
- Use cosmetics with retinol from professional brands
Are you tempted to buy an inexpensive retinoid product at the pharmacy? It is important to know the differences:
In pharmaceutical forms, synthetic analogues of retinol are used, which are more aggressive on the skin and are more likely to provoke retinoic dermatitis ;
Professional cosmetic preparations contain natural forms of retinol, which are gentle in operation, while providing all the necessary functions to the skin;
Professional cosmetics with retinol contain ingredients with a brightening effect to enhance effectiveness, as well as a calming and restorative effect - for ease of use.
- Follow the recommended application regimens
Each drug has its own scheme of use, which must be familiarized with before use. The difference in the frequency of application of the product is related to the percentage and form of retinol.
A number of serums and creams with retinol are used daily in the evening (up to 0.5%), and products with 1-2% retinol according to an increasing scheme, very often from the first week from 1 time per week, gradually increasing to a multiplicity - in the evening every other day, to 4-5 weeks of use.
- Apply locally to age spots
If there are no additional indications for the use of retinol, it is enough to apply the product only to the area of age spots.
- Use only at night
Retinoids are applied to the skin only in the evening - a single rule for all products with retinol! A single application is enough, it is important not to forget to apply sunscreen with SPF to the skin in the morning, as retinoids increase, thin the stratum corneum and increase the skin's vulnerability to ultraviolet and other rays.
However, regular use of mineral SPF reduces all threats from the sun to zero and makes the use of retinol completely safe!
- Patience!
The work of retinoids is physiological, so the result of use is not immediately visible. Expect a lasting visible effect in about the second month from the start of use. However, we hasten to please you - the result, thanks to the gradual physiological effects of retinol, is persistent and pronounced. It is possible to completely get rid of age spots within 6-8 months of use.
Before and after results
Telos Beauty Clinic specialists prof. They have been eliminating age spots for more than 12 years and have accumulated extensive practical experience, which allows them to carry out comprehensive treatment of pigmentation to help each patient.
Don’t be ashamed of yourself, because in order to transform, you only need to take one step and sign up for a consultation at our clinic.
Brightening Serum DermaQuest
Designed specifically for the comprehensive fight against age spots - contains 2% retinol , enriched with snow-white lily stem cells and Bakuchiol.
Serum benefits:
- A high working concentration of 2% retinol effectively normalizes the functioning of melanocytes, while effectively repairing damage and rejuvenating the skin.
- Rich complex of whitening ingredients with multidirectional action :
- Stem cells of the white lily,
- Bakuchiol (Vitamin A simulator) further increases the effectiveness of the drug,
- Hexylresorcinol is a safe analogue of hydroquinone, its activity is 4 times higher
- Botanical extracts with brightening effects
BONUS when using!
The serum is designed for complete comprehensive care for skin with age spots - in addition to the brightening effect, it effectively moisturizes due to the content of hyaluronic acid, rejuvenates the skin thanks to Retinol and antioxidants, and also softens and restores barrier function - it contains Jojoba oil and Aloe extracts.
Safety – does not contain hydroquinone;
Brightening serum works against all types of pigmentation, including deep, stagnant and long-standing ones.
Application according to a special scheme:
In the 1st week, apply - 1 time, in the 2nd - 2 times, in the 3rd - 3 times a week, in the 4th and subsequent 4 times a week.
Table of contents
- Etiology and pathogenesis
- Clinical manifestations
- Principles of treatment
Abnormal skin pigmentation on the face and body is a group of dermatological diseases/conditions that manifest as local or generalized changes in skin color, most often darkening.
In our company you can purchase the following equipment for the treatment of removal of abnormal skin pigmentation:
- M22 (Lumenis)
