Excessive Pigmentation Treatment

What Causes Pigmentation?

There are two common reasons why excessive melanin is produced by melanocytes: sun exposure (external factors) and hormonal exposure (internal factors). This excessive melanin and resulting pigmentation is not harmful, but it does affect the clarity of your skin, making it look splotchy and uneven. Pigmentation affects both men and women, and often makes people feel self-conscious.

The three most common types of hyperpigmentation are melasma, sunspots (also known as liver spots or solar lentigines), and post inflammatory pigmentation caused by acne and burns.

What Is the HELP Pigment Program?

The HELP Pigment Program is a comprehensive, physician-designed treatment system that targets pigmentation at multiple levels.
Rather than relying on a single treatment, this program combines therapies to gradually correct, control, and prevent pigmentation.

• H – Hormonal Mediation: Address internal and external triggers that may contribute to melasma and stubborn pigmentation.
• E – Exfoliation: Controlled exfoliation helps remove pigmented surface cells and improve skin turnover.
• L – Lightening: Targeted treatments and skincare reduce melanin production and lighten dark spots.
• P – Prevention: Ongoing strategies to prevent recurrence and protect long-term skin clarity.

How the Program Works

At Healthy Skin Centre, we offer a variety of treatments to target pigmentation depending on your skin type and the extent of involvement.

The HELP Pigment treatment program will vary for each person depending on their skin type, their heritage and their lifestyle. It will also often change with the seasons, upcoming trips to sunny destinations, new prescriptions required for health reasons and patients and pregnancy.

The HELP Pigment treatment plan is customized quarterly for each patient to match their skin’s changing needs. Every person is unique, so results will vary depending on the extent and depth of pigmentation.

We never seek perfection, but rather improvement. Compliance to the HELP Pigment Treatment Program and Prevention once optimal results are achieved, are the two most important factors in getting the best results for you.

Treatments Included in the HELP Pigment Program

• Medical-Grade Skincare: Customized products to regulate pigment production, protect the skin, and maintain results.
• Advanced Facials: Targeted treatments designed to brighten the complexion and improve skin tone.
• Chemical Peels: Help remove pigmented surface layers and improve overall clarity and texture.
• Microneedling: Improves post-inflammatory pigmentation and supports skin regeneration.
• IPL Skin Rejuvenation: Light-based treatment to reduce pigmentation, redness, and uneven tone.

Who Is This Treatment For?

• Melasma or hormonal pigmentation
• Sun damage and age spots
• Post-acne pigmentation
• Uneven or blotchy skin tone
• Patients frustrated with recurring pigmentation

What to Expect

• Consultation: We evaluate your skin, pigmentation type, history, and triggers to design a personalized plan.
• Treatment Plan: Your program may include a combination of skincare, in-clinic treatments, and preventative strategies.
• Timeline: Pigmentation improves gradually over time. Consistency is key to achieving and maintaining results.
• Maintenance: Long-term care is essential to prevent recurrence and maintain clear, even skin.

How to Prevent Pigmentation

• Use daily broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+ or higher)
• Avoid excessive sun and heat exposure
• Follow a consistent skincare routine
• Avoid picking or irritating the skin
• Maintain regular follow-up care

Prevention is critical—once pigmentation develops, it can take months or longer to fade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can pigmentation be completely removed?

Complete removal is not always possible, but significant improvement and long-term control are achievable.

How long does treatment take?

Improvement occurs gradually over several months depending on the severity of pigmentation.

Will pigmentation come back?

It can. Maintenance and sun protection are essential to prevent recurrence.

Is the program safe for all skin types?

Yes, with proper customization. Treatment is adjusted based on skin type and sensitivity.

Do I need to avoid the sun?

Sun protection is critical during and after treatment to maintain results.

Pigmentation Treatment in New Westminster

Healthy Skin Centre provides advanced pigmentation treatment for patients in New Westminster, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Surrey, and Vancouver.

Our physician-directed approach ensures safe, effective, and personalized care for all skin types.

Start Your Pigment Treatment Plan

If you are struggling with dark spots, melasma, or uneven skin tone, our HELP Pigment Program can help you achieve clearer, brighter skin.

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