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 Assessment - Exfoliation - Daily Homecare - Sun Protection |
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What is Hyperpigmentation?
Also known as dyschromia, hyperpigmentation is the alteration in pigmentation of the skin and can be caused by:
 Hormones
Aging
Sun Exposure and Environmental Damage
Improper use of aggressive skin treatment products
Hyperpigmentation occurs when excess melanin is produced by the skin. This sets off an immune system response to trauma (i.e. acne), and is triggered in the body by an enzyme know as tyrosinase. This chain reaction (insert chain of pigmentation image) leads to the light and dark spots that may appear one day or over a period of years.
Fitzpatrick types IV to VI are very susceptible to hyperpigmentation due to their naturally higher levels of melanin, and should follow a less aggressive treatment regimen (see Dark Skin Solutions section).
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 Assessment
How do I assess my client's unique form of hyperpigmentation?
While every customer is unique, there are similar characteristics to help determine their particular type of hyperpigmentation lesion. Note that your clients may exhibit a combination of the following pigmentation alterations:
- Freckles (Ephelides - Small brown spots on sun exposed areas, which eventually darken with sun exposure.
- Solar Lentigines - Dark brown spots with irregular borders that are the result of sun exposure. Can also be seen on the back of hands and are most common in people over 50.
- Melasma - Sharply demarcated symmetrical patches with varied areas of light to dark pigmentation. It is mostly seen on the upper lip, nose, cheeks, chin and forehead and sometimes on the neck. It is often referred to as "mask of pregnancy" and can occur with the use of oral contraceptives.
- Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation - The consequence of injury to skin from acne, aggressive treatments, burns, surgery and other traumas. Occurs most often in darker skin types and where there has been previous inflammation.
Other forms of hyperpigmentation include dark circles, Nevi, Seborrheic Keratoses and Lentigines Simplex. These are best treated by homecare products from PCA SKIN. Contact Amy at 1-800-898-7455 for more information.
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Exfoliation - Daily Homecare - Sun Protection
How do I treat my client's hyperpigmented skin?
In order to help reduce and prevent the common signs of aging, it is important to do the following:
- Even the Complexion
Using chemical exfoliators, like PCA SKIN Chemical Peels, is an effective way to remove discoloration from the epidermis. These treatments should not cause further trauma to the skin and are very effective if done more than once.
PCA SKIN Peels® - have more instant lightening ability and a drying effect.
Ultra Peel® I - is less sensitizing and provides a more gradual and progressive lightening effect.
Esthetique Peel™ - suitable for all skin types, especially those that are hypersensitive
For Resilient Skin
PCA SKIN Peel® w/HQ & Resorcinol
Ultra Peel® I
Esthetique Peel™
For Normal Skin
PCA SKIN Peel® with HQ
Ultra Peel® I
Esthetique Peel™
For Sensitive Skin
Sensi Peel®
Esthetique Peel™
For Hypersensitive Skin
Sensi Peel®
Non-burning Facial Protocol
Intensive Vitamin C Treatment
- Daily Homecare
In order to inhibit tyrosinase from triggering melanin production, it is crucial to utilize a daily anti-pigmentation regimen to stave off any future discolorations. Homecare products with vitamin A or Retinol will aid in cell turnover and help to prepare skin for treatment and maintain results after treatment.
- Sun Protection
Hyperpigmented skin exposed to the sun will take longer to even out. An SPF of 25+ should be used daily to protect the dermis after treatment and to prevent future sun damage.
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For more information on these products
please call Amy at 1-800-898-7455 ext. 236
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