Laser for pigmentation

Pigmented patches and facial melanosis

Facial melanosis is a group of heterogeneous entities, sharing a common clinical feature of altered pigmentation of the face and thus easily visible cosmetic disfigurement and significant psychosocial consequences.

Facial and neck pigmentations are common in middle-aged women, and

Caused by –

• Endogenous factors i.e. hormones or nutritional deficiency.
• Exogenous factors – such as use of cosmetics and perfumes, and exposure to sun radiation or pollution.