Hyperpigmentation and Latest Treatments

In an ever changing and evolving climate, our skin and our clients' skins are suffering from constant inflammation that will need to be acknowledged and addressed. During sun exposure, physiological reactions occur, triggered by a network of cellular interactions between keratinocytes, mast cells, fibroblasts, dermal vasculature over melanocytes and dermal inflammation, playing an important role in the hyperpigmentation and activation of melasma lesions. You will learn who's at risk, signs and symptoms, self-care guidelines and when to seek medical care and treatments. Studies will include: recognizing the etiology and physiological aspects of melanogenesis, mechanisms of action and possible preventive measures, physiological reactions during sun exposure, interactions of epidermal skin cells and dermal inflammation, reviewing the pathogenesis of melisma, causes of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and different approaches to the treatment of pigmentation that estheticians are facing on an everyday basis.