Réhabital
Hyperpigmentation Treatment in Côte Saint-Luc
Sun spots, post-inflammatory marks, diffuse hyperpigmentation: uneven skin tone has several causes, each responding differently to treatment. Before targeting a spot, it is important to understand its cause and depth, since the wrong treatment can worsen rather than fade it. At Réhabital in Côte Saint-Luc, our aesthetic team combines skin analysis, SharpLight laser and professional brightening care to even out skin tone gradually and safely.
Book an AppointmentUnderstanding This Condition
Hyperpigmentation results from a local excess of melanin. Solar lentigines (age spots) appear on areas exposed to years of sun — face, hands, décolleté — and are well defined. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation follows an injury, breakout or skin irritation and affects darker skin types more. Melasma, more diffuse and hormone-sensitive, stands out for its symmetry and sensitivity to visible light. Unsuitable exfoliation or laser treatment can trigger inflammation that, paradoxically, creates new spots. Assessing skin type (Fitzpatrick scale) is therefore essential before any treatment, since darker skin needs more cautious settings to avoid pigment rebound.
Common Symptoms
Common Causes
Cumulative sun exposure
Years of unprotected exposure stimulate melanin production, creating well-defined solar lentigines.
Skin inflammation
Acne, eczema or irritation leave post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, more common and pronounced in darker skin.
Skin aging
Slower cell turnover with age favors pigment accumulation at the surface.
Hormonal factors
Pregnancy, contraception and certain hormonal treatments can trigger or worsen diffuse melasma-type pigmentation.
Previous aggressive treatments
A too-strong peel or a poorly calibrated laser can trigger inflammation that, in reaction, increases pigmentation instead of reducing it.
Our Treatment Approach
Assessment begins with a skin analysis determining the type of pigmentation, its depth and the client’s skin type. For well-defined spots, the SharpLight laser targets pigment locally with settings adjusted to skin tolerance. Professional Dermalogica peels, applied in progressive series, speed up cell turnover and fade superficial spots, while MCCM cocktails targeting tyrosinase support deeper brightening. Liliana Ciocoi, Elena Caliniuc and Farzaneh consistently adapt intensity to skin type, particularly for darker skin, where an overly aggressive approach could cause pigment rebound. Rigorous sun protection completes every protocol, since without it no treatment holds over time.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
A session lasts about 30 to 45 minutes, including skin preparation. A warm or mild tingling sensation is common depending on the technology used. Temporary redness or transient darkening of the spot (before it flakes off) can occur in the following days; there is generally no downtime, but strict sun protection is essential.
At-Home Self-Care Tips
- Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30-50 sunscreen daily, even in winter.
- Avoid direct sun exposure in the days following treatment.
- Do not scratch or exfoliate a spot that is peeling post-treatment.
- Use recommended brightening products between sessions.
- Wear a hat and seek shade during outdoor activities.
- Keep up a moisturizing routine to support the skin barrier.
Prognosis & Recovery Timeline
Well-defined sun spots generally respond well and quickly to laser treatment, with visible fading within a few sessions. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma require more patience and long-term maintenance, with sun protection being the determining factor for lasting results.
When to See Us at Réhabital
Book a consultation if a spot changes shape, color or texture quickly, or bleeds: medical evaluation is then needed before any aesthetic care. For stable but unwanted spots, an aesthetic consultation helps build a personalized plan.
Why Réhabital Clinic
Our aesthetic team in Côte Saint-Luc combines laser technology, professional peels and targeted care with the cautious approach essential for evening out skin tone without risking new spots.
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D4-5800 Cavendish Blvd
Côte Saint-Luc, QC H4W 2T5
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