{"id":5666,"date":"2025-08-16T15:36:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T15:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/16\/hyperpigmentation-treatments-decoded-experts-reveal-what-works-and-whats-a-fad-lifestyle-news\/"},"modified":"2025-08-16T15:36:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T15:36:40","slug":"hyperpigmentation-treatments-decoded-experts-reveal-what-works-and-whats-a-fad-lifestyle-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/16\/hyperpigmentation-treatments-decoded-experts-reveal-what-works-and-whats-a-fad-lifestyle-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyperpigmentation Treatments Decoded: Experts Reveal What Works And What\u2019s A Fad | Lifestyle News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"story-9509183\">\n<p><span class=\"jsx-730caffcddfd709\">Last Updated:<\/span><time class=\"jsx-730caffcddfd709\">August 16, 2025, 16:04 IST<\/time><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"asubttl-9509183\" class=\"jsx-4625396a04d15488 jsx-1684033823 asubttl-schema\">Skin hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skincare concerns. However, it can be treated with a customised approach.<\/h2>\n<div class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 artsharwrp\">\n<div id=\"artshare\" class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 artshare\">\n<div class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 stickdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 deskwrapstkdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 fontchange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/dlxczavtqcctuei\/news18\/static\/images\/english\/font.svg\" height=\"30px\" width=\"30px\" alt=\"font\" class=\"jsx-45a692afa6f47900 lazyload\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4625396a04d15488 jsx-1684033823 amimg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Fading hyperpigmentation on skin needs patience and consistency.\" title=\"Fading hyperpigmentation on skin needs patience and consistency.\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1627283897_news18_logo-1200x800.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=400&amp;height=225\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"jsx-4625396a04d15488 jsx-1684033823\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Fading hyperpigmentation on skin needs patience and consistency.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"0\" class=\"story_para_0\">Hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns worldwide. Whether it shows up as sunspots, melasma, or post-acne marks, the condition occurs when excess melanin causes patches of skin to darken unevenly. While often harmless, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/the-complete-guide-to-fading-hyperpigmentation-on-skin-naturally-and-safely-ws-l-9504796.html\">hyperpigmentation<\/a> can be distressing and has led to a surge of treatment options ranging from proven medical therapies to quick-fix DIY hacks circulating online.<\/p>\n<p id=\"1\" class=\"story_para_1\">\u201cHyperpigmentation may look like a cosmetic issue, but it can deeply impact confidence and quality of life. The key is to separate clinically proven treatments from temporary or ineffective trends,&#8221; explains Dr. Viral Desai, board-certified cosmetic plastic surgeon and Medical Director \u2013 DHI India.<\/p>\n<p id=\"2\" class=\"story_para_2\">So, what actually works? We asked experts to weigh in.<\/p>\n<p id=\"3\" class=\"story_para_3\"><strong>Tried-and-Tested Treatments<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"4\" class=\"story_para_4\"><strong>Chemical Peels:<\/strong> Using glycolic, salicylic, or TCA acids, these peels exfoliate the upper skin layers and target stubborn pigmentation. \u201cPeels can be customised based on skin type and concern. While mild downtime is expected, multiple sessions give significant results,&#8221; shares celebrity cosmetologist Dr. Mahnaz Jahan Begum, Founder of Keraderm Clinics.<\/p>\n<p id=\"5\" class=\"story_para_5\"><strong>Laser Therapy: <\/strong>\u201cLaser therapy is one of the most effective methods, but it must be chosen carefully. In darker skin tones, it requires extra caution to avoid post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation,&#8221; notes Dr. Desai.<\/p>\n<p id=\"6\" class=\"story_para_6\"><strong>Pigmentation Creams:<\/strong> Topical agents like hydroquinone, retinoids, vitamin C, niacinamide, and azelaic acid are widely used. \u201cHydroquinone is still the gold standard for melasma and age spots, though it requires monitoring to prevent irritation,&#8221; adds Dr. Desai. According to Dr. Begum, \u201cTopical creams work best in combination with in-clinic treatments, offering gradual improvement.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p id=\"7\" class=\"story_para_7\"><strong>New-Age Therapies Worth the Hype<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"8\" class=\"story_para_8\">Both doctors point to emerging options that are gaining credibility.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"listOncontentArticleUL\">\n<li><strong>Tranexamic Acid:<\/strong> \u201cIt has shown great promise, whether topical or oral, but requires medical supervision due to systemic risks,&#8221; cautions Dr. Desai.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Glutathione:<\/strong> An antioxidant delivered orally or via injections, it helps reduce melanin activity. \u201cCombined with Vitamin C, it can enhance skin brightness and reduce pigmentation,&#8221; says Dr. Begum.<\/li>\n<li><strong>PDRN\/PN Injections &amp; Exosomes:<\/strong> Cutting-edge microinjection therapies that improve melasma, PIH, and even dark circles. Dr. Desai notes, \u201cThey inhibit melanogenesis at the cellular level and, when paired with microneedling, show significant results.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"10\" class=\"story_para_10\"><strong>Trending Therapies That Are Not Effective<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"11\" class=\"story_para_11\">Despite their popularity on social media, not all remedies deliver.<\/p>\n<p id=\"12\" class=\"story_para_12\">\u201cRice water masks or potato slices might give temporary brightness from mild exfoliation, but there\u2019s no scientific evidence that they reduce melanin production,&#8221; clarifies Dr. Desai.<\/p>\n<p id=\"13\" class=\"story_para_13\">Hyperpigmentation treatments are not one-size-fits-all. The most effective approach depends on individual skin type, depth of pigmentation, and expert guidance. So, before trying that viral potato hack, consult a dermatologist. 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