Skin & Laser
Pigmentation & Sun Damage
Pigmentation and sun-related skin changes can appear as freckles, sun spots, uneven skin tone or areas of increased pigmentation.
Because different pigmentary conditions can look similar, a careful skin assessment is important before treatment is recommended.
Common Pigmentation Concerns
These may include:
- Freckles
- Solar lentigines
- Uneven pigmentation
- Post-inflammatory pigmentation
- Melasma
- Sun-related skin changes
What Is Assessed?
A pigmentation consultation may consider:
- Distribution and pattern of pigmentation
- Skin type
- Sun exposure
- Hormonal factors
- Previous treatment
- Current skincare
- Skin sensitivity
- Risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation
Treatment Planning for Pigmentation & Sun Damage
Depending on the diagnosis, options may include:
- Daily sun protection
- Medical skincare
- Pigmentation-directed treatments
- Skin rejuvenation
- Laser or energy-based treatment where appropriate
- Referral where required
Not all pigmentation should be treated in the same way, and clearance cannot be guaranteed.
Next step
Arrange a consultation
Assessment in person is the only way to work out what is causing a skin concern and what can reasonably be done about it. Fees are explained before anything is arranged.
Medical disclaimer
This page is general information only and is not a diagnosis, a treatment recommendation, or a substitute for individual medical advice. Conditions that look similar can have different causes, and what is suitable for one person may not be suitable for another. If you are unwell, in significant pain, or worried about a rapidly changing symptom, seek medical care promptly. In an emergency call 000.
- Written for patients by
- Dr Benyamin Mansoori, cosmetic physician & skin cancer doctor
- Medically reviewed by
- Dr Benyamin Mansoori (MD, FRACGP, FACCSM), AHPRA MED0002097300
- Last medically reviewed