Q-Switch Laser (Skin lightening):

• Melanin Pigment imparts colour to our skin and hair.
• Excessive production of melanin leads to hyperpigmentation of this skin also called as skin darkening.
• Pigmentation can be caused due to various factors including sun exposure, hormonal imbalance, post pregnancy, etc.
• Pigmentation can be classified as tanning, melasma, chloasma, freckles, etc.

Tanning

Tanning of the skin is caused due to severe sun exposure (UVA & UVB radiations). This can be treated with chemical peels and Q-switch laser followed by appropriate medications.

Melasma/Chloasma

Melasma is caused due to hormonal imbalance and sun exposure especially in females. It appears like dark brown patches starting from cheek areas and sometimes spreads all over the face. This can be treated with oral medication and ointments. This can be reduced and maintained with procedures like Q-switch laser and chemical peels.

Freckles

Freckles are dark brown spots which appears on the face and body usually seen in fair skinned people who are more exposed to sun light. Freckles can be treated with Q-Switch laser.