Uneven skin texture? Here’s how to deal with it, according to a doctor

Chemical Peels

“Chemical peels can be a great way to address uneven skin tone, dryness and acne. During this process your skin expert will apply a chemical solution to your skin which will peel away dead or damaged skin cells. There are a number of different strengths of peels, from superficial to deep, and usually they contain AHA and BHA acids such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, and salicylic acid. It’s extremely important that you leave it to the professionals to apply chemical peels in order to ensure that they’ve been specially formulated for the specific concerns of your skin.”

Vitamin A

“When applied topically Vitamin A, or retinoids, in skincare can help to increase collagen production and therefore help address uneven skin tone. They also have anti-inflammatory properties which can help to reduce swelling, and address clogged pores and acne. Whilst retinoids are available over the counter, stronger formulations will require a prescription.”

Microneedling

“Microneedling is another effective way to treat uneven skin tone and it is commonly used to treat scarring, stretch marks, as well as wrinkles. It works by creating invisible micro-perforations in the epidermis, which induces a wound healing response that stimulates new collagen and elastin production. This new collagen and elastin improve the skin quality and texture, addressing issues such as uneven skin.”

Laser resurfacing

“CO2 laser is a fantastic way to stimulate collagen production and achieve firmer, more youthful skin. It can also help to reduce the appearance of sun damage, scars, age spots, and hyperpigmentation, therefore being extremely effective at addressing uneven skin. We use SmartXide Punto which is the only CO2 laser that uses SmartPulse and SmartStack technology, making it capable of treating even the most complex concerns. These include full face rejuvenation, scarring, deep wrinkles and pigmentation, even on very delicate skin and areas such as the neck and hands.  It can treat all skin types and all areas of the body and is perfect for skin tightening, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin texture, large pores, pigmentation, sun damage, various skin lesions, scars (including acne scars), stretch marks and rejuvenation of the face, neck, décolletage, hands and body.”

Radiofrequency

“Morpheus8 combines RF (radio frequency) energy with Microneedling to improve the skin’s complexion and texture for a more radiant and youthful appearance. It’s ideal for treating lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, stretch marks and scarring, and it works by stimulating collagen and elastin. It can be used on any areas that can benefit from sub-dermal renewal but the most commonly treated areas include the lower face and neck. Results can be seen as quickly as one treatment although a series of at least 2-3 treatments, conducted one to two months apart is recommended for maximum results.”