The ideal appearance of your skin is to be evenly colored and highlighted throughout. However, genetics, lifestyle, and environmental issues can cause the skin to look different in various places. A dermatologist at The Dermatology Group in Longwood, Mount Dora, Orlando, and Winter Park, FL, will help you understand the causes of skin discoloration, also called hyperpigmentation, and how it can be successfully treated.

What Can Cause Skin Discoloration?

When the skin becomes discolored, it may be due to a genetic issue or the natural process of aging, but there are some other possible causes, including:

• Sun damage due to spending too much time outdoors during peak hours of sunlight.
• Dietary deficiencies.
• Pregnancy or hormonal changes.
• Lack of a proper skin care regimen.

Skin Discoloration Solutions

If you are having problems with skin discoloration, there are a few solutions that you can explore both at home and with our Longwood, Mount Dora, Orlando, and Winter Park, FL, dermatologist.

• Examine and modify your skin care products. You may need a product that contains SPF sunscreen for skin protection.
• Chemical peels to reveal renewed layers of skin.
• Laser therapy for skin blemishes.
• Prescription-level topical skin creams containing hydroquinone for spot-lightening or retinol for exfoliation.

Prevention Tips

If you are in a location that has high exposure to sunlight, wear clothing, hats, and large sunglasses for protection. You can also prevent skin discoloration by talking to your doctor about supplements that contain vitamins E, C, and B12 that can help even your skin tone in the long term.

Get Professional Help From Our Dermatologist

If you have tried techniques for fixing hyperpigmentation at home with no luck, you may just need a little assistance and advice from a skin professional. Call today to schedule a visit for skin discoloration treatment with a doctor at The Dermatology Group in Longwood, Mount Dora, Orlando, or Winter Park, FL.

• Mount Dora, FL. by calling (352) 383-0733
• Longwood, FL. by calling (407) 332-8080
• Orlando, FL. by calling (407) 898-3033
• Winter Park, FL. by calling (407) 645-2737