Hyperpigmentation & Pigmentation Laser Treatment

Hyperpigmentation — characterised by darkened patches or spots caused by an overproduction of melanin — is one of the most common aesthetic concerns among Asian patients in Singapore. IDS Clinic addresses the full spectrum of pigmentation conditions, from superficial sun spots and freckles to deeper, more challenging conditions such as melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), and Hori's naevus.

The clinic's doctors are trained to correctly classify pigmentation before treatment, as different conditions respond to different laser wavelengths and intensities. Misidentification — particularly of melasma, which can worsen with certain laser energies — can lead to post-inflammatory flaring. IDS Clinic's approach begins with a thorough skin analysis using Wood's lamp or digital imaging where appropriate to determine the depth and type of pigmentation.

For superficial epidermal pigmentation such as sun spots, lentigines, and freckles, Q-switched Nd:YAG or KTP lasers and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) systems deliver selective photothermolysis to break down melanin deposits without damaging surrounding skin. These are typically low-downtime treatments with excellent outcomes over a series of sessions.