Pigmentation is one of the most complex skin concerns to treat because it has many different causes and presentations. SDL Australia's diagnostic approach identifies your exact pigmentation type before selecting the most effective pathway.
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IMPROVEMENT RATE
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Pigmentation refers to patches of skin that appear darker or lighter than the surrounding tone. It is caused by an irregular distribution or overproduction of melanin, the natural pigment that gives skin its colour.
Not all pigmentation is the same. Epidermal (surface-level) pigmentation responds differently to treatment than dermal (deep) or mixed pigmentation. Treating the wrong type with the wrong method can worsen the condition, which is why diagnostic scanning at SDL Australia is essential before any treatment begins.
Pigmentation is caused by an overproduction or irregular distribution of melanin triggered by UV exposure, hormones, inflammation or injury. The depth of pigmentation in the skin determines both its appearance and which treatments will be effective.
Oily skin types produce more sebum, stretching follicle walls and making pores more visible
Oestrogen and progesterone fluctuations during pregnancy, pill use and menopause can trigger melasma
Inflammation from acne, eczema, injury or treatments can stimulate excess melanin production during healing
Skin tone, freckle tendency and melasma susceptibility all have significant genetic components
The single biggest driver of pigmentation, stimulating melanocytes to produce excess melanin as a protective response
At Sydney Dermal Lounge, we follow a structured four step process across all in-clinic services. Through our four-phase skin methodology, we aim for our processes to be made inclusive of all kinds of skin concerns and goals. Whether it’s a 12-month melasma pigment program, acne correction pathway, rosacea program, or other pathway to skin rejuvenation, we actively provide this methodology.
*The above is only a general overview of our SDL pathway process. For more information about our specialised 4 phase treatment structure, get in touch with our Sydney Dermal Lounge team.
"SDL Australia is the only dermal specialist clinic in Sydney that guarantees a minimum 70% improvement. We don't give up until every tool in our toolkit has been tried, and all solutions have been considered."
Your dermal specialist takes a full skin history, lifestyle assessment and goal-setting session before anything else.
We view every dermal layer using our diagnostic scanner before recommending any treatment pathway. No guesswork.
A personalised long-term plan combining medical-grade treatments, professional skincare and lifestyle guidance.
Medical-grade treatments delivered by certified Skin Angels with regular progress reviews built into your Pathway.
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