Pigmentation Treatment

Targeted pigmentation correction using Pico laser, Q-Switch laser, and IPL to treat melasma, sunspots, freckles, post-acne hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. Customised multi-modality protocols for Asian skin.

Pigmentation disorders are among the most common skin concerns in Singapore and Southeast Asia, driven by sun exposure, hormonal changes, inflammation, and genetic predisposition. Dr Daniel Chang Aesthetic Clinic offers a comprehensive, multi-modality approach to pigmentation treatment, combining the latest laser technologies with medical-grade skincare to achieve lasting clearance. The clinic treats the full spectrum of pigmentation conditions including melasma (the most treatment-resistant pigmentation type, driven by UV and hormonal triggers), solar lentigines (sunspots/liver spots from cumulative UV exposure), ephelides (freckles), post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH, commonly following acne, eczema, or skin injury), and Hori's naevus (deep blue-grey pigmentation common in Asian populations). Treatment selection is guided by pigmentation type, depth, and the patient's Fitzpatrick skin type. For superficial pigmentation, Q-Switch Nd:YAG laser (from SGD 150) or IPL (from SGD 200) are effective first-line options. For deeper or more resistant pigmentation — particularly melasma and Hori's naevus — Pico laser (from SGD 250–300) is the gold standard due to its ultra-short pulse width that minimises heat transfer to surrounding tissue and significantly reduces the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) in darker skin tones. Melasma management at the clinic involves a combined approach: laser treatment to address existing pigmentation, prescription-grade topical agents (hydroquinone, azelaic acid, tranexamic acid) to suppress melanocyte activity, and strict photoprotection to prevent recurrence. Patients with melasma are counselled that the condition requires long-term management rather than a single cure. A typical pigmentation treatment session involves cleansing the skin, applying topical anaesthetic if required, performing the laser treatment (10–20 minutes), and applying soothing serum and broad-spectrum SPF. Most patients return to normal activities immediately. A series of 4–8 sessions is typically required for optimal clearance, with intervals of 2–4 weeks between sessions.