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Sun Damage/Hyperpigmentation Treatment Calgary

Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition that is characterized by darkened areas of the skin. This occurs when specialized cells create too much pigment, also known as melanin, usually due to trauma. Put simple, melanin is the substance in your body that produces pigment, whether in the hair, eyes or skin. Sun damage, post-acne spots, melasma, freckles and age spots are all examples of hyperpigmentation that manifest in the skin. To help target this skin concern, the following services and products might be right for you.