Laser treatment for removing pigmentation spots is relatively short, usually no more than ten minutes, and the effect is very good. More and more people are using laser treatment to remove facial pigmentation spots. But what should we do if the skin darkens after laser treatment?
What is post-laser treatment pigmentation darkening?
In medicine, post-laser treatment pigmentation darkening is referred to as "post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation". When the skin undergoes laser treatment, the heat from the laser causes inflammation, leading to a pigment reaction and deposition. This results in the spots that were lightened by the laser turning dark or becoming dark brown.
Will the pigmentation darkening after laser treatment fade away?
The pigmentation darkening after laser treatment is not a sign of treatment failure, but rather a self-repair mechanism of the skin. It will fade away over time. After a period of time, the skin will metabolize these pigments and return to its normal color.
What should be done about post-laser treatment pigmentation darkening?
If pigmentation darkening occurs after laser treatment, there is no need to panic. It is important to maintain a positive attitude. Within the next 3-6 months, it is advisable to avoid sun exposure, consume fruits, and supplement with vitamin C to promote melanin metabolism. Of course, if there are concerns, it is best to consult a doctor. Generally, patients should return to the clinic for follow-up examination 1-2 weeks after laser treatment. Those who experience pigmentation darkening can receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
How long does it take for post-laser treatment pigmentation darkening to disappear?
Under normal circumstances, without pigmentation darkening, the skin will gradually heal and show a pink color after six to seven days of laser treatment. Once pigmentation darkening occurs, the skin will naturally metabolize the deposited pigments. The reappearance of pigments usually fades away after about 2 months, while slower metabolism may take 3-5 months.
Tips
Pigmentation darkening after laser treatment is mainly influenced by ethnicity and individual skin characteristics. The melanocyte activity of Asians is stronger than that of Caucasians, making it more prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by inflammation.
In general, 60%-70% of people who undergo laser treatment will have their newly formed pink skin return to normal within a month, while 30%-40% of people may experience a gradual change from pink to brown skin color 2-3 weeks after treatment, indicating pigmentation darkening.
