I was born in Jamaica and I have very sensitive skin. When I lived in Jamaica I got bitten quite often by mosquitos and the mosquito bite area would turn dark and now I have dark spots all over my legs from it. I've had these spots for as long as I can remember. I hate them, because of this predicament, I don't like wearing dresses or anything that would show off my leg. Should I get a chemical peel along with laser. Or are there any creams that could help??
January 11, 2017
Answer: PicoSure for Hyperpigmentation Thank you for your question and posting pictures. It looks like you have PIH: post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.We use the PicoSure Laser with the FOCUS lens array everyday treating pigment, fine lines and wrinkles. It is safe for all skin types. We warn our patients that their skin may be come blotchy and pigment may appear darker for the next 3-5 days, although in rare cases it may last up to 2 weeks. The PicoFOCUS gently delivers bursts of energy deep in the dermis without causing harm to the overlaying skin. The pulses work to break up pigment and stimulates new collagen and elastin production. Your body’s own healing process sweeps away older, damaged tissue and ramps up skin turnover. Some pigment will actually travel to the surface making it initially appear darker. We normally recommend a series of 4 treatments; 1 every 4 weeks. Do not be concerned if your pigment goes away and then comes back within days to weeks; pigment is usually multiple layers deep and clears layer by layer. Chemical peels are usually not effective at eliminating hyperpigmentation. We recommend finding an experienced physician in your area. Treatment prices vary by market.
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January 11, 2017
Answer: PicoSure for Hyperpigmentation Thank you for your question and posting pictures. It looks like you have PIH: post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.We use the PicoSure Laser with the FOCUS lens array everyday treating pigment, fine lines and wrinkles. It is safe for all skin types. We warn our patients that their skin may be come blotchy and pigment may appear darker for the next 3-5 days, although in rare cases it may last up to 2 weeks. The PicoFOCUS gently delivers bursts of energy deep in the dermis without causing harm to the overlaying skin. The pulses work to break up pigment and stimulates new collagen and elastin production. Your body’s own healing process sweeps away older, damaged tissue and ramps up skin turnover. Some pigment will actually travel to the surface making it initially appear darker. We normally recommend a series of 4 treatments; 1 every 4 weeks. Do not be concerned if your pigment goes away and then comes back within days to weeks; pigment is usually multiple layers deep and clears layer by layer. Chemical peels are usually not effective at eliminating hyperpigmentation. We recommend finding an experienced physician in your area. Treatment prices vary by market.
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January 12, 2017
Answer: Dark spots on the legs Thank you for the question and pictures. I can see the uneven skin tone that you don't like. Unfortunately our options are often limited for people with darker complexions as lasers and chemical peels risk causing excess pigment and/or loss of pigment. Your best option may be a skin lightening lightening cream, with most common active ingredient being hydroxyquinone. I recommend that you visit with a Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon so that you can be evaluated in person, start a skin treatment therapy, and monitor your skin's response.
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January 12, 2017
Answer: Dark spots on the legs Thank you for the question and pictures. I can see the uneven skin tone that you don't like. Unfortunately our options are often limited for people with darker complexions as lasers and chemical peels risk causing excess pigment and/or loss of pigment. Your best option may be a skin lightening lightening cream, with most common active ingredient being hydroxyquinone. I recommend that you visit with a Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon so that you can be evaluated in person, start a skin treatment therapy, and monitor your skin's response.
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