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The flaws of achieving a flawless complexion Pigmentation is a common obstacle on our quest to perfect skin. It refers to those pesky dark spots that return no matter what we do to get rid of them. I do believe that...
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Shedding light on dark spots
Pigmentation: types, causes, products and treatments Hyperpigmentation is characterised by the darkening of an area on the skin. It is often caused by an increased number of melanocyte cells (pigment producing cells) and/or an increased amount of pigment called melanin, the...
Types of pigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is characterised by the darkening of an area on the skin. It is often caused by an increased number of melanocyte cells (pigment producing cells) and/or an increased amount of pigment called melanin, the brown pigment that produces normal...
Causes of pigmentation
Various factors can trigger hyperpigmentation. SUN DAMAGE This is a very common trigger of hyperpigmentation. Freckles, age spots and other darkened skin patches can become more pronounced when exposed to the sun. This happens because melanin absorbs the energy of the sun’s...
Products for pigmentation
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MASC Laser Clinic offers various products and supplements to effectively treat hyperpigmentation. LAMELLE OVELLE D3 SUPPLEMENT This assists in reducing the intensity of hormonally induced pigmentation (melasma). 80% of users noticed an improvement in their hyperpigmentation. In just three months, it can reduce...
Treatments for pigmentation
The depth of the melanin in the skin determines the appropriate treatment for pigmentation. There is no standard recipe, so each client receives a tailor-made plan to address individual concerns. At MASC Laser Clinic, we treat pigmentation with the following: LASER The Palomar...
The importance of oral hygiene
My kids suspect that I used to be the Tooth Fairy. They have come across my stash of teaching materials I used when visiting schools as an oral hygienist. Amongst other things, they found my wings, tiara and brush-shaped wand...
Dental procedures at Somerset Surgery
Our state-of-the-art theatres create a safe environment where you and your doctor can be assured of comfort and excellence in service delivery. Medical aids are quite strict about what dental procedures may be done under general anaesthetic and will have restrictions...
The naked truth
QUESTION: What’s the difference between fractional ablative and non-ablative laser? ANSWER: Ablative and non-ablative technologies are for the treatment of, but not limited to, lines and wrinkles. There are many misconceptions and misunderstandings about what laser is and what it can do for...
Sheldene’s thoughts on…
The perfect private parts In book clubs and ladies’ gatherings around the world, women happily discuss their most despised body parts with each other – grabbing the offending bits and saying: “If only I could get rid of this!”. They refer...
Vaginal surgery
Words like ‘vaginal rejuvenation’, ‘designer vagina’ and ‘labioplasty’ have become part of the common parlance. But what do they mean? Firstly, relax. Your vagina is probably 100% normal and if you ask your partner or gynaecologist, perfect in every way....
The perfect pout
Your lips are special. They frame every word you say and even when no words are spoken, your lips still express how you feel. But they are often overlooked when it comes to preventing and improving the signs of ageing. Loss...