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A Smarter Plan for Pigmentation in Gawler, South Australia
For the stubborn spots and patches that tell the story of sun, hormones, and time.
What is pigmentation?
Pigmentation shows up in different ways for different people. Maybe it is the sun spots that hang around long after summer, the persistent marks left behind by a breakout, or the larger patches of melasma that can appear during hormonal shifts.
Whatever your experience, dealing with an uneven skin tone can affect how your makeup sits and how confident you feel about your skin. Pigmentation is a common concern, and there are approaches that can help manage its appearance.
Why does pigmentation happen?
Our skin gets its colour from a natural pigment called melanin. Sometimes, certain triggers can tell the cells that produce melanin to go into overdrive, creating more than is needed. This excess melanin can clump together, forming the spots and patches we know as pigmentation. The most common triggers are sun exposure over the years, hormonal shifts (like during pregnancy), and the stubborn dark marks that can be left behind after a breakout or skin injury.
A Smarter Approach to Uneven Skin Tone
When it comes to pigmentation, it is about a smart, long-term strategy. The first step is to understand why it is happening. We take the time to understand the potential triggers. Once we have a clear picture, we build a plan that works on two fronts: using targeted in-clinic treatments to address the appearance of the pigment that’s already visible, and creating a personalised at-home routine to help manage the development of new patches.
Your Questions Answered
Some types of pigmentation may be reduced in appearance, but certain types, such as melasma, can return over time. The focus is usually on long-term management, combining professional treatments, at-home care, and consistent sun protection.
Without a doubt, daily use of a high-quality, broad-spectrum sunscreen is widely recommended. Sun exposure is a common trigger for many types of pigmentation.
Some types of pigmentation, especially those caused by sun exposure, can become darker and more noticeable over time with continued UV exposure. Professional guidance can help you understand your specific situation.
Sun spots are typically small, well-defined spots that appear in sun-exposed areas. Melasma often appears as larger, blotchier patches, commonly on the forehead, cheeks, and upper lip, and is usually triggered by a combination of hormones and sun. A proper assessment is needed to identify which type you have.
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Why Choose Jennifer Carly Aesthetic Medicine
Pigmentation often has multiple factors behind it. At Jennifer Carly Aesthetic Medicine, we will assess your specific type of pigmentation, discuss your lifestyle, and map out a step-by-step journey. This plan will include the right combination of in-clinic treatments and at-home care to help you move towards a more even-looking skin tone.
Find us in Gawler, South Australia
You'll find our welcoming clinic at Level 1/1 Commercial Lane, Gawler SA 5118. We love seeing clients from our Gawler community and are always happy to welcome those visiting from Adelaide and greater South Australia.
Individual results can vary. This information is general and does not replace personalised advice. A consultation with our qualified practitioner is required to assess suitability before any treatment. All procedures carry risks, and these will be discussed during your consultation. Treatments are available for individuals aged 18 and over.