Is hyperpigmentation making your skin appear dull?😕 Hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skin issues my patients complaint about. It's a medical term for the dark spots that form on your skin. These are the result of the overproduction of melanin, the brown pigment responsible for our normal skin colour. What can cause hyperpigmentation? 🌞Sun exposure 🔴Acne 🪚Cuts or scrapes 🌔Waxing 🥵Rashes The list of factors that can lead to hyperpigmentation is endless because any irritation can cause it. Treatment of dark spots depend on the kind of mark that's left from scarring—superficial or deep. ☑️For superficial marks—less than three to four months old—try topical treatments. Use brightening ingredients like vitamin C, add a salicylic acid-based face wash to your skincare routine, apply retinol at night, and always wear sunscreen. ☑️If your marks are older than four months (existing on the second layer of the skin, the dermis), opt for clinical treatments. Laser treatments like IPL and microdermabrasion along with chemical peels will definitely help lighten the marks over time. If you need help treating your dark spots, DM me or consult the doctors at @isaacluxe #drgeetika #drg #dermapproved #drgapproved #drgrecommends