Discoloration

Types of discoloration:
Sun Spots
stagingr or age spots (called lentigos) are a product of cumulative sun exposure. They frequently occur on areas of the face, neck, upper chest and arms.
Post Inflammatory
A darkened area that occurs after injury to skin from acne, rashes, and/or generalized skin trauma.
Freckles
These lesions are a result of the body’s natural response to sun exposure. Freckles will often fade when the causative factor is diminished or eliminated, sunscreen protection from damaging sun.
Melasma
This darkening of the skin is often caused by the female hormone, estrogen. This can be a normal occurrence in pregnancy. This skin discoloration can also be caused by estrogen containing contraception.


Call the Shanti Medical Spa & Wellness Center today for your free consultation with our skin care specialist to discuss what we can do.