Uneven Skin Tone

What Is Uneven Skin Tone? 

Uneven skin tone is a skin condition. It causes irregular darkening of the skin. It is also called hyperpigmentation or melasma. It happens when the body makes too much melanin. Melanin is the pigment for hair and skin colour. Dark patches and spots often appear on the face.

Common Causes of Uneven Skin Tone 

Here are some causes of uneven skin tone:

• Excessive sun exposure – Brown spots develop from repeated UV light exposure. The skin produces too much melanin. This leads to sun damage.
• Hormonal changes – Melasma is caused by hormone-related hyperpigmentation. It is common in pregnant women. It also affects women taking contraceptives.
• Pollution – Harmful gases from traffic pollution can enter the skin. This leads to brown spots.
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation – This happens after scarring. It can occur after acne breakouts or skin injury.
• Genetics – Hyperpigmentation can be passed down through generations.

Uneven Skin Tone Treatment Options

There are several treatment options for uneven skin tone. The best choice depends on the cause and severity.

The first step is a free consultation with us. We will find the underlying cause of your pigmentation. Our trained professionals will do a thorough skin analysis. This will determine the ideal treatment for you.

These can include, but are not limited to:

• Laser treatment
• Clinical peels
• Prescription of medical grade or targeted skincare products

For pigmentation on the chest or hands, we recommend treatments like BBL™ Broadband Light.

How to Treat Uneven Skin Tone

Sunscreen Protection 

Sun exposure can worsen uneven skin tone. At APT, we always advise using sunscreen. Our medical-grade sunscreen products include the Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection. It has an all-mineral skin shield. It provides broad-spectrum protection. It comes in different shades for all skin types. It has SPF 50 UVB protection.

Chemical Peels 

A chemical peel is an exfoliating treatment. It refreshes the skin and restores its glow. It stimulates skin renewal. It gives more visible results than traditional facials. It is a simple and cost-effective skin resurfacing method. It safely corrects hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, acne scarring, and melasma. The procedure takes 30 minutes. It uses one or more acids like glycolic, lactic, or salicylic. It also uses fruit enzymes for gentle exfoliation.

Halo™ Laser

This is the world’s first hybrid fractional laser. It combines non-ablative and ablative wavelengths. This gives deep dermal rejuvenation and epidermal renewal. It restores the skin’s radiance and youthful glow. It corrects pigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms, and hands. It is an effective treatment for uneven skin tone. It encourages collagen production by penetrating deep into the skin.

Results You Can Expect

Results vary based on your recommended treatment. However, all our treatments give positive results. They promise a total skin rejuvenating experience.

After a clinical peel or laser treatment, expect a clearer complexion. Your uneven skin tone will be corrected. Visible blemishes and discolouration will be removed.

Clinical peels and laser treatments also treat:

• Oily skin;
• Acne breakouts; and
• Dermal regeneration.

How Long Do Treatment Results Last?

The longevity of results depends on your treatment type. Some patients choose multiple treatments. This ensures longer-lasting results for up to 12 months.

Book Your Free Consultation

APT Medical Aesthetics is a leading medical spa in Oakville. We offer the industry’s most advanced uneven skin tone treatments. Our dedicated team will find the best treatment for you.

Book your free consultation today!

Treatment Options

BBL™ for treatment of uneven skin tone.