Sun Damage & Pigmentation
Living in Australia we are exposed to the harshest UV damage.
Extended exposure to UV radiation (sun exposure or tanning beds) is the primary cause of sun damage and pigmentation. UV radiation damages the DNA in the skin cells and triggers the overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin colour.
Symptoms of Sun Damage & Pigmentation
- Sunburn results in redness, tenderness, and inflammation of the skin after excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
- Areas of the skin may appear darker or lighter than surrounding areas due to sun exposure, causing uneven skin tone.
- Dark spots, patches, or freckles (hyperpigmentation) may develop on sun-exposed areas such as the face, hands, arms, and chest.
- Solar lentigines (age spots) are flat, brown spots that develop on areas of the skin frequently exposed to the sun
- Actinic keratoses appears as rough, scaly patches or lesions that develop on sun-exposed areas and may progress to skin cancer if left untreated.
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots or patches) and hypo pigmentation (lightening of skin) may result from skin trauma, injury, burns, insect bites, inflammation, or certain medical conditions.
Causes of Sun Damage & Pigmentation
Sun damage and pigmentation issues are primarily caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
There are three types of UV radiation: UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA penetrates deeply into the skin and contributes to premature aging, wrinkling, and pigmentation changes. UVB primarily affects the outer layer of the skin and is responsible for sunburns and the development of sunspots and pigmentation irregularities.
Chronic sun exposure accelerates the aging process of the skin, a phenomenon known as photoaging. Photoaging is characterized by the development of fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, rough texture, and uneven pigmentation.
UV radiation damages collagen and elastin fibers in the skin, leading to loss of elasticity, firmness, and resilience. This results in the formation of wrinkles, creases, and skin laxity.
UV radiation stimulates the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. In response to sun exposure, the skin may produce excess melanin, leading to hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin.
Treatment Options at HBS Beauty Clinic
- Dermapen: Level 1, 2, 3 or 3
- O-Biome Oxygen Therapy: Bright Skin Activator
- Pro Dermal Planning: Bio White Peel
- Cryopen
- LED Light Therapy
- Uber Peel (to the Dermapen Treatment)
The feeling is Fabulous
Our Beauty Therapists and Cosmetic Nurse work across our wide range of beauty treatments and are fully qualified for the procedures they perform. They pride themselves on their professional finish to make you look and feel fabulous.
Chloe
Senior Beauty Therapist & Salon Manager
Chlo has completed her Cert IV and Diploma of Beauty Therapy. She attends endless skin analysis courses, as well as management and motivational courses, lash lift courses, dermal skin needling education, O Cosmedics professional courses and award nights.
Amazing at: Cosmetic Tattooing & Skin Treatments.
Emily
Cosmetic Nurse
Emily has completed her Bachelor of Nursing degree, and still works as an ICU nurse in one of Sydney’s major hospitals. Ongoing aesthetic education is her passion, to help her clients reach the most natural looking results.
Amazing at: Natural Looking Cosmetic Enhancements.
Courtney
Beauty Therapist
Amazing at: Brows & Lashes.
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