Dark Spot Removal Treatments in Bangkok

The more we age, the more likely we are to develop dark spots on our skin. These dark spots are referred to by many names, depending on the causes of the spots, but they all fall under the category of hyperpigmentation. There are four leading causes of hyperpigmentation, which are:

• Aging
• Sun exposure
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) (dark spots after a skin injury)
• Hormonal changes 

Aging and sun exposure are the two main causes of dark spots on the face and the backs of the hands, the two areas most often exposed to the sun. Dark spots and tanning are the body’s natural blocking reaction to the sun’s damaging UV rays.

What is Melanin?

Melanin is the substance produced in cases of hyperpigmentation and is responsible for these dark spots. This substance is produced in melanocytes located in different parts of the body. Melanin is also contained in your hair cells and your pupils and irises. The innermost layer of your skin also contains melanocyte cells. These cells produce the melanin responsible for your overall skin color and the dark spots in your skin.

Different areas of our skin can contain different amounts of melanin, which is why dark spots may only appear in patches or spots. Freckles are an example of skin with varying amounts of melanin. Freckles can also deepen and show up more clearly when the skin is exposed to the sun more often.

Effective Dark Spot Removal Laser Treatment

Lasers have been found to be highly effective at removing dark spots. If you lay your hand on a dark-colored piece of cloth and a light-colored cloth in the hot sun, you’ll notice the dark cloth is hotter to the touch. The dark color absorbs more of the heat from the sun. Laser light treatment works by flashing short bursts of light on your skin. Your skin acts the same way as the dark and light-colored cloth. The dark spots on your skin absorb the flashes from the laser, and the light areas of skin aren’t affected by the flashes. 

Laser therapy is effective as the laser delivers a high-intensity beam of light to a focused area. The same beams that can cut through steel can be dialed back in power to perform delicate medical procedures. The laser treatment works because the intense heat of the flashes causes the pigment in the dark areas of the skin to start breaking down into smaller elements, which can be absorbed by the body, leaving the skin the same color as the surrounding skin.

Safe for All Skin Types

Laser removal treatment for dark spots is perfectly safe for all skin types and all causes of dark spots. While the first lasers were called ablative lasers and were safely used only on people with very lightly-pigmented skin, today there are several types of lasers that can be safely and effectively used on dark-pigmented skin. YAG lasers are highly effective on a variety of darkly pigmented skin areas and are even used to remove tattoos! 

However, some laser treatments can cause some patients to experience redness, swelling or slight irritation. The treatment is often described as being similar to having a thin and weak rubber band snapped against the skin. It causes a bit of discomfort for a short time. Before undergoing any type of laser skin treatment, you should be examined by a dermatologist to determine the proper type of laser to use for your skin. 

Visit Nirunda Aesthetic Clinic in Bangkok

Nirunda Aesthetic Clinic in Bangkok performs dark spot removal skin treatments. We use four lasers that are primarily designed to remove skin pigments and leave you with a smooth, even and healthy skin color and texture without damaging the skin. Our lasers used for dark spot removal include:

• CO2 Laser 
• Lux 1540
• Max G
• Medlite C6

These lasers remove moles, sunspots, melasma, and the Medlite C6 is our YAG laser that can remove any pigment from the skin, even a tattoo. Schedule an appointment at Nirunda Aesthetic Clinic to safely and effectively remove dark spots.