What are Pigmented Marks and Skin Pigmentation?
Sometimes appearing at birth, pigmented marks are brown patches or lesions on your skin. They occur when your body produces an excess of melanin—the skin’s natural tanning pigment. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
At Clearskin Newcastle, we safely and effectively treat a variety of pigmented marks, including:
- Café-au-lait birthmarks: Flat, coffee-coloured marks that usually appear at birth or shortly after. [1, 2, 3, 4]
- Naevus spilus: Light brown marks that feature distinct freckles within them. [1]
- Becker’s naevus: Brown patches that typically develop around puberty on the shoulder, upper back, or chest. These often grow coarse, dark hairs. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
- Sun and Age Spots: Frequently called liver spots (despite having no connection to the liver), these brown patches result from years of sun exposure. [1, 2, 3]
Our Laser Treatments for Pigmentation
We target and fade brown age spots using our advanced Q-switched Nd:YAG or Ruby laser technology.
Your safety is our priority. We always require a thorough check to ensure your brown patch is benign before we begin any laser therapy. If your age spot is growing rapidly, feels lumpy, or contains black spots, please consult your GP first. In some cases, a dermatologist or plastic surgeon must perform a specialist examination before we can proceed. [1, 2]
The Benefits of Choosing Clearskin Newcastle
Our advanced laser treatments gradually lighten your pigmentation over time. By significantly reducing the appearance of these marks, we help you lose the self-consciousness and regain your skin confidence