Sun spots and uneven pigmentation have a way of showing up quietly. A little more sun than you realized over the years, an old breakout that never fully faded, or changes in your skin that seem to appear out of nowhere.
At Modern Aesthetics in Lethbridge, we help you understand what you are seeing in the mirror and explore treatment options that suit your skin. Because sun spots, melasma, and post-breakout marks can look similar, but they do not always need the same approach.
We start with an assessment of your skin, a conversation about what you have noticed, and a look at your current routine. From there, your practitioner can recommend a plan that makes sense for your skin tone, your concerns, and your goals.
Some dark spots may look a little darker before they begin to fade. This is a normal part of the process for many pigmentation treatments. After treatment, keep your routine gentle, use sunscreen daily, and avoid exfoliating products until your skin is ready for them again.
Pigmentation does not disappear overnight, but many clients begin to notice changes as their skin moves through the treatment process. Timing depends on the type of pigmentation, how long it has been there, and the treatment used.
Sun spots are usually caused by years of sun exposure and tend to appear as more defined brown spots on areas like the face, chest, and hands. Melasma often appears as larger, patchier areas of pigment and can be influenced by hormones, heat, and sun exposure. They can look similar in the mirror, but they do not always respond to treatment the same way. That is why identifying the type of pigmentation matters.
Many types of visible pigmentation can be improved with the right approach. Sun spots, post-breakout marks, and uneven tone may respond well to laser treatment, IPL, chemical peels, and supportive skincare. Melasma can be more stubborn and often needs ongoing management rather than a quick fix. Skin likes to keep things interesting.
Yes. Chemical peels can help improve the appearance of sun-related pigment, uneven tone, and lingering post-breakout marks by exfoliating the outer layers of skin. The type and strength of peel matter. A peel that is right for one person may be too much for another, especially with sensitive skin or melasma.
Treated spots may improve, but new pigmentation can develop with continued sun exposure. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is one of the most important ways to protect your skin and maintain your results.
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