There are 4 key reasons why winter is generally considered the best time to treat pigmentation:
- Reduced Sun Exposure:
This is the main advantage. Many pigmentation treatments, like chemical peels, lasers, and topical creams, make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. If exposed to UV rays during this time, it can worsen pigmentation, cause scarring, and undo the treatment’s progress.
Winter offers:- Lower UV Index:
The sun’s intensity and UV rays are weaker in winter compared to summer, minimizing the risk of sun damage after treatment. - Shorter Days:
Fewer daylight hours mean less overall sun exposure, making it easier to limit sun contact during the healing process.
- Lower UV Index:
- Lifestyle Factors:
Additionally, winter often involves more time indoors and less exposure. It also involves less tanning, making winter ideal for treatments requiring bare skin.- More Time Indoors:
Spending more time indoors naturally reduces sun exposure, further aiding in the healing process. - Less Tanning:
With less sun and outdoor activities, people tan less frequently, making winter ideal for treatments requiring bare skin.
- More Time Indoors:
- Cooler Temperatures:
Cold weather can help soothe and calm the skin after certain treatments, reducing discomfort and inflammation. - Easier Commitment:
Some treatments require strict sun avoidance for months. The winter season, with its fewer social outdoor activities, might make adhering to these restrictions easier.
While winter is preferable for treating pigmentation, other times of year might be suitable depending on the specific treatment and individual circumstances.
Pigmentation treatment, London
Hyperpigmentation is an issue which affects many adults in the UK. Overexposure to the sun is the most common cause. This accumulates from childhood and causes the melanocytes within skin to become hyperactive, producing excessive amounts of melanin.
Pigmentation may be considered hard to treat, but Clinicbe offers a range of treatment options with high efficacy.
The ‘before and after’ pigmentation results below were achieved through use of ME LINE, an advanced programme which tackles hyperpigmentation through combination of professional mask/peel plus a special aftercare regime at home.
Results are outstanding.
ME LINE – Innovative Peel Mask for Hyperpigmentation
ME LINE is an innovative and unique treatment regime for treating hyperpigmentation using a chemical peel/mask in a process known as Controlled Chemical Dermabrasion.
The ME LINE professional peel or mask delivers chemical agents to work on the skin to decrease melanin production, improve sun damage and even out the tone and colour of the skin. This process also stimulates the renewal of skin cells.
However, the ME LINE pigmentation treatment programme also incorporates a vital aftercare regime using ME LINE products designed to complement the action of the peel and continue the work in controlling pigmentation.
Tests have demonstrated an amazing 95% ‘excellent’ result in patients with hyperpigmentation.
Whenever you tackle pigmentation, sunscreen remains crucial year round in managing pigmentation issues. Even in winter, diligent sunscreen use (SPF 30 or higher) is essential to protect your skin and maintain treatment results.
Clinicbe®
Skin Treatments, London
Clinicbe® in London was founded by experienced Aesthetic Physician Dr Barbara Kubicka MD, CIME/ICAM, MBCAM; a renowned Aesthetic Physician based in West London.
Dr Kubicka takes a holistic approach to skincare treatments; treating the patient as a whole in order to get the best possible results from any treatments they may have.
The clinic is based in the Knightsbridge area, easily accessible from and popular with those living or working in Chelsea and Mayfair.
For further information or to arrange a confidential consultation, please contact us on 0207 125 0521 or email info@clinicbe.com.
