Have been wondering how you can get rid of hyperpigmentation?
If you have, this blog post will teach you 10 things that you can do for effective hyperpigmentation treatment. From dermatological procedures to prescription medications and skincare products, we have covered the best for you.
Hyperpigmentation Causes
Hyperpigmentation means excess pigment in the skin.
Hyperpigmentation develops as a result of overproduction of the pigment known as melanin which gives skin its color. This melanin overproduction can be caused by the inflammation that results from skin diseases like acne and eczema, insect bites, cuts, bruises, and friction.
Symptoms of hyperpigmentation include black spots or brown patches on the skin.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Get Microneedling with PRP Done
Microneedling is a procedure in which a device with micro-needles is used to create micro-injuries in the skin. This process stimulates the body’s healing process.
Studies show that microneedling disrupts pigment deposition in the skin. The micro-injuries created also enhance the absorption of hyperpigmentation treatment products. Other studies have shown that microneedling enhances overall skin texture and tone by promoting the regeneration of the dermis which leads to smoother skin and a more even complexion. This makes microneedling effective for treating hyperpigmentation on the face.
We offer microneedling for hyperpigmentation treatment at our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic which is located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Get Microdermabrasion Done
Microdermabrasion is a procedure which uses a device to painlessly remove the dead cells on the surface of the skin. This reduces the skin discolorations and results in more even toned skin. Removing the dead skin cells also reveals the brighter skin below which results in a more youthful appearance. It also improves the absorption of the hyperpigmentation treatment products. The gentle vacuuming pressure of microdermabrasion also boosts the circulation of blood in the skin and this enhances the delivery of nutrients to the skin. This makes microdermabrasion effective for treating hyperpigmentation on the face and other parts of the body like the legs.
We offer microdermabrasion for hyperpigmentation treatment at our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic which is located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Get a Chemical Peel Done
A chemical peel is a procedure in which a special solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layer of dead cells by loosening the glue that holds them together. This helps reduce hyperpigmentation since these cells tend to be the most discolored. It also leaves the skin softer, smoother and with a more youthful appearance. Chemical peels also help skin care products penetrate the skin better.
We offer chemical peels for hyperpigmentation treatment at our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic which is located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Get Laser Therapy
Laser resurfacing uses light beams to reduce hyperpigmentation by breaking up the melanin. Ablative lasers also remove the top layers of the skin.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Get Prescription Medications
Studies have shown that applying certain prescription medications increases the rate of shedding of the dead skin cells which increases the rate of fading of the hyperpigmented patches.
Our Doctor can prescribe these medications for hyperpigmentation in our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic which is located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Use Skincare Products with Retinol
Retinol fades the hyperpigmented patches by speeding up the cell’s turnover process which exfoliates the skin. Hyperpigmentation creams that contain retinol include Neutrogena Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector and Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum.
Neutrogena Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector contains retinol and vitamin C. The retinol exfoliates while the vitamin C reduces melanin production and brightens the skin.
The price in Kenya of Neutrogena Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector is Ksh 4500.
Neutrogena Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Use Skincare Products with Kojic Acid
Kojic acid inhibits the enzyme tyrosinase and this reduces melanin overproduction. Hyperpigmentation creams that contain kojic acid include Faded Topicals Brightening and Clearing Serum, Healov Kojic Acid Body Lotion, Hyglow Cream, Naturium Tranexamic Acid 5%.
Faded Topicals Brightening and Clearing Serum
Faded Topicals Brightening and Clearing Serum is one of the best serums for hyperpigmentation treatment in Kenya because it contains tranexamic acid, kojic acid, azelaic acid, Centella asiatica, niacinamide, and melatonin.
The price in Kenya for Faded Topicals Brightening and Clearing Serum is Ksh 4000.
It can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/ worldwide.
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Naturium Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%
Naturium Tranexamic Acid 5% is the best serum for hyperpigmentation treatment because it contains tranexamic acid, kojic acid, niacinamide and licorice root.
The price in Kenya of Naturium Tranexamic Acid 5% is Ksh 4500.
Naturium Tranexamic Acid 5% can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Healov Kojic Acid Body Lotion
Healov Kojic Acid Body Lotion is very effective for treating hyperpigmentation because it contains kojic acid, papaya, niacinamide, Centella asiatica, and vitamin C which all fade dark spots.
The price in Kenya for Healov Kojic Acid Body Lotion is Ksh 3000 for the 300ml bottle.
Healov Kojic Acid Body Lotion can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, shop C15. Call or WhatsApp 0721963156 to order. We deliver countrywide/ worldwide.
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Hyglow Cream
Hyglow Cream is a very effective product for treating hyperpigmentation because it contains kojic acid, vitamin C and glutathione which all reduce melanin production. It can be used on the face and other parts of the body.
The price in Kenya of Hyglow Cream is Ksh 2300.
Hyglow Cream can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Valitic Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap
Valitic Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap is very effective for getting rid of hyperpigmentation because it contains kojic acid, vitamin C, retinol and turmeric.
The price in Kenya for Valitic Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap is Ksh 3300 for a packet with 2 soaps.
Valitic Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, shop C15. Call or WhatsApp 0721963156 to order. We deliver countrywide/ worldwide.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Use Skincare Products with Niacinamide
Niacinamide is a tyrosinase inhibitor which reduces melanin overproduction. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties and has been proven to reduce redness and hyperpigmentation. Niacinamide also calms the skin which makes it a good choice for sensitive skin with hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation creams that contain niacinamide include Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum, Faded Topicals Brightening and Clearing Serum (see above), Naturium Tranexamic Topical Acid 5% (see above).
Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum is a very effective product for treating hyperpigmentation because it contains niacinamide, retinol and licorice root which all reduce melanin production. It is especially beneficial for persons with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by acne.
The price in Kenya of Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum is Ksh 3500.
Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Use Skincare Products with Vitamin C
Vitamin C reduces melanin production by inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme and it also brightens the skin. Hyperpigmentation creams that contain vitamin C include Hyglow Cream (see above), Neutrogena Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector (see above) and The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid + Alpha Arbutin.
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid + Alpha Arbutin contains vitamin C and arbutin which both reduce melanin production.
The price in Kenya of Ordinary Ascorbic Acid + Alpha Arbutin is Ksh 3000.
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid + Alpha Arbutin can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation:
Use Sunscreen Daily
Using sunscreen daily is very important because the darkened skin patches tend to become darker when exposed to the sun. Therefore apply sunscreen every day to protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s rays and prevents overproduction of melanin.
We recommend the La Roche Posay Invisible Fluid SPF 50 Sunscreen because it is a broad-spectrum sunscreen which protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays. It can also be used by persons with dry skin, oily skin, acne-prone skin, combination skin, sensitive skin, and normal skin.
The price in Kenya of La Roche Posay Invisible Fluid SPF 50 Sunscreen is Ksh 3000.
La Roche Posay Invisible Fluid SPF 50 Sunscreen can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to remove hyperpigmentation?
It requires 3 to 4 sessions to remove hyperpigmentation by microneedling and each session costs Ksh 15,000.
Is azelaic acid good for hyperpigmentation?
Studies show that azelaic acid is effective treatment for hyperpigmentation in persons with darker skin tones. A good example is Zelaton 15 Cream which contains 15% azelaic acid.
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What do Africans use for hyperpigmentation?
Africans use skincare products with ingredients like azelaic acid, kojiic acid, vitamin C and retinol to treat hyperpigmentation. They also get procedures like microneedling which are less likely to cause hyperpigmentation than some lasers and chemical peels.
What is the fastest way to get rid of hyperpigmentation?
The fastest way to get rid of hyperpigmentation is by combining dermatological procedures like microneedling with prescription medications and effective skincare products like Neutrogena Dark Spot Corrector. This is the hyperpigmentation treatment offered by our Doctor in our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic which is located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
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