Pigmentation removal and skin lightening in Papamoa
Pigmentation can build quietly over years: a few sun spots that become many, marks left behind after breakouts, or areas of the body that have slowly darkened. At Salt, we use laser to break down that excess pigment gently and gradually, revealing clearer, more even skin while protecting its health. Every treatment begins with a careful assessment of your skin and your pigmentation.
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Pigmentation removal targets stubborn dark spots, sun damage and uneven tone on the face, hands and arms. The laser breaks down excess melanin, the pigment that causes dark spots, and your skin then clears it away as part of its natural renewal, leaving a brighter, more even complexion.
Suited to
Sun spots, age spots and sun damage
Freckles
Marks left behind after breakouts (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
Uneven or dull skin tone
What to expect
Your first appointment begins with an assessment of your pigmentation, your skin type and your goals. The laser is then carefully applied to the areas being treated. You may feel warmth during treatment, and some mild redness is normal afterwards, usually settling quickly. Results build progressively over a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart, giving your skin time to heal and renew between treatments.
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Skin lightening gently evens out darker areas of the body, such as the underarms, groin, neck, knees and skin folds, returning them closer to your natural skin tone. It uses the same laser science as pigmentation removal, with settings adapted for delicate, sensitive areas.
Suited to
Dark underarms
Darkening of the groin and bikini area
Darker skin on the neck, knees or in skin folds
Uneven tone in sensitive areas
What to expect
Your session begins with an assessment of your skin type, the area and your goals. The laser is applied carefully to break down excess pigment while protecting the surrounding skin. Some mild redness is common and usually fades within a few hours. Best results come from a series of treatments spaced a few weeks apart, with gradual improvement over the course.
Protecting your results
Sun exposure is one of the biggest causes of pigmentation, and it can also bring it back. Daily sunscreen, especially on your face, hands and arms, is the most important thing you can do to protect your results. We'll talk you through your aftercare and the right sun protection for your skin on the day.
Frequently asked questions
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Your skin assessment comes first, so we can confirm treatment is right for your skin and set the laser accordingly before we begin. This will be discussed and decided during your skin consultation.
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It depends on the type and depth of your pigmentation, the area and your skin. Results build over a series of treatments, and we'll talk through what to expect for your skin at your consultation. Some clients need as little as two treatments, others do better on a course of ten.
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Most people feel warmth and a mild snapping sensation during treatment. Sessions are quick, and any redness usually settles soon afterwards.
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Yes. Skin lightening is designed for delicate areas, including the underarms, groin and bikini area, neck and skin folds, with settings adapted for sensitive skin.
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Yes, we can treat sun spots on the body, old scarring that has left discolouration, surgery scars and more. It is worth coming to see us for a consultation to discuss if we can assist you on body pigmentation removal.
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For superficial sun spots/pigmentation yes - the spots get darker before they get lighter however for other areas/deeper pigmentation there is very little. Mild redness is common and usually settles within a few hours, so most people go straight back to their day.
