Uneven skin tones and textures happen to most people. Some might experience slight darkening around the mouth, cheeks or forehead due to sun exposure. Some might also experience dry or rough spots somewhere on the face.
Causes
Uneven skin tone and texture are often caused by the following:
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Acne scars and cosmetic treatments are the most common cause of hyperpigmentation. Dark spots by post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation appear as flat, dark brown, red, gray, black, pink or purple in color.
After an acne breakout or acne lesions, the healing process of an inflammatory wound begins and leaves behind dark spots. This type of discoloration can also be left behind after a cosmetic treatment performed by someone who is not qualified. Chemical peels, dermabrasion, and laser/light treatments are designed to exfoliate the top layers of the skin; however, these procedures require the skills of highly trained aestheticians.
A provider must be able to determine if you are a good candidate for the treatment option. Patients with darker skin tones might be unsuitable for these options.
Age Spots
Age spots, also known as dark spots or sun spots, are caused by excessive exposure to the sun.
These sunspots darken over time and become more visible as we age. Age spots are often seen in people with fair/light skin. They appear flat, oval-shaped, black or brown-colored and are often found in most exposed body parts such as the face, shoulders, hands, arm, and chest.
Sun Damage
Exposure to sun rays without protection can result in discoloration and a change in skin texture. To protect our body from harmful UVA and UVB rays, an excessive amount of melanin is produced and results in discoloration.
Sun damage can also cause roughly skin texture and skin damage such as sunburn, skin peeling, skin dryness and the darkening of freckles.
Melasma
Melasma is a dark patch of skin that often develops in facial areas such as cheeks, nose, upper lip and chin.
90% of patients with melasma are women, so symptoms are usually associated with "the mask of pregnancy".
Broken Capillaries
Broken capillaries appear as red facial veins. They are often described as "spider veins" that are visible underneath the skin’s surface.
Broken capillaries are the result of broken blood vessels and are caused by various factors:
Genetics
Pregnancy
Excessive sun exposure
Extreme weather changes
Allergic reaction
Alcohol consumption
Vitiligo
Vitiligo appears in blotches anywhere on the body. It is caused by the loss of pigmentation in the skin.
Rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that includes swollen blood vessels on the nose, cheeks, and chin. Patients with rosacea often have flushed and reddish-toned skin.
Rosacea most often develops in middle-aged women with lighter skin tones. The symptoms are caused by genetics, lifestyle habits, alcohol consumption, extreme weather, and allergic reactions.
Uneven Skin Tones & Texture Treatments
Most skin tones and texture conditions are more cosmetic issues than a serious health condition. Having irregular pigmentation problems can cause distress and can lower self-confidence.
At Lazaderm Laser & Aesthetics, we offer personalized treatment plans to effectively treat uneven skin tone and skin textures.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing is a minimally invasive procedure that can rejuvenate the skin. Our erbium laser resurfacing technique uses an ablative fractional laser to remove the damaged layer of skin.
There is a higher risk for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation as a side effect of laser therapy. It's highly recommended that you should consult a professional provider to learn about your best options for treatments and the possible risks associated with each treatment.
Hydrafacials
The top layer of the skin is easily made up of dead skin cells due to weather changes, pollution, and dirt. Regular facials help speed up the process of removing dead cells while providing enough hydration for your skin. The treatment reveals brighter and smoother skin.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are a very effective technique used for removing layers of skin. Chemical peels use different levels of concentration to exfoliate the dead skin cells. Depending on the severity of facial damage, our aestheticians use light, medium or deep-peeling to even out skin tones and skin textures.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a popular in-office procedure that removes and reduces the appearance of dark spots via a special tool.
Microneedling with Radiofrequency
During the process, our provider uses very tiny needles to puncture the skin and activate the body's healing process. The treatment also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin for a healthier and younger appearance. Our microneedling technique is enhanced with radio frequency, which can help target deeper layers of skin.
Improve Skin Texture and Skin Tones in Chandler, AZ
If you are concerned about uneven skin tone and rough skin textures, book a free consultation with our medical spa in Chandler to learn more about your skin and our treatment options for healthier-looking skin.