Pigmentation in Cosmetic Dermatology & Skincare Practice

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Pigment spots are the third most common request addressed to the skincare specialist. This book provides complete and reliable information to help you build a truly effective and safe program for treating pigmented lesions.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The book consists of four parts. The first part describes the </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>nature and mechanisms of pigment lesions</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>. The stages of melanogenesis the current understanding of melanocyte physiology and melanin functions and differences in skin types between people of different ethnic groups are discussed in detail. Special attention is given to </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>factors influencing pigmentation</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>: hormones stress inflammation nutrients and UV. Moreover new factors such as visible light infrared radiation and air pollutants are discussed clearly and comprehensively.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The second part presents </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>clinical types of dyschromia</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> and describes </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>methods for assessing pigmentation</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The third part is devoted to pigmentation prevention and treatment. Modern </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>depigmenting and exfoliating cosmetic products</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> and the dermal targets on which they act are discussed in detail. Also covered are outdated and dangerous ingredients that can still be found on the market. Separate sections are devoted to sunscreens and antioxidants because they are no less critical than bleaching agents for pigmentation lesion treatment. This part also discusses the possibilities of physical methods with a detailed description of </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>lasers and IPL devices injectables and nutraceuticals for skin lightening </strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>that have proven effectiveness. </span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The last fourth part is devoted to </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>treating vitiligo</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> as the most common variant of hypomelanosis. Many different methods and approaches are used for its treatment which is also relevant for other acquired pathologies associated with loss of pigment or melanocyte function.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The book is intended for dermatologists aestheticians skincare specialists specialists in aesthetic medicine students and all interested persons.</span></p>