Laser Pigmentation Treatment
Fade dark spots, sun damage, and uneven tone with advanced laser technology—precision treatments that restore your skin’s natural radiance with lasting results.
How Laser Facials Work
Hyperpigmentation occurs when melanin—the pigment that gives skin its color—forms concentrated deposits. Sun exposure, hormones, acne, and aging trigger melanin overproduction, creating age spots, melasma, and uneven tone.
Advanced laser technology targets pigmentation at multiple depths. Specific wavelengths of light energy selectively heat and shatter pigmented cells while leaving surrounding tissue unharmed. Your body naturally clears away fragmented pigment particles, revealing clearer, more even skin.
Colorado Skin & Vein offers multiple FDA-approved laser systems—including picosecond lasers, IPL phototherapy, and fractional CO₂ resurfacing—customized to your skin type, pigmentation depth, and goals. With over 20 years of laser expertise, Dr. Verebelyi and Christina Jordan, FNP, CANS, deliver precision results.
What You Need to Know
- Customized Treatment: Multiple technologies address surface and deep pigmentation
- Minimal Downtime: Most treatments allow same-day return to activities
- Precise Targeting: Light energy treats pigmented areas without affecting surrounding skin
- Safe for All Skin Types: Advanced settings ensure effective treatment across diverse skin tones
- Natural Clearance: Body eliminates fragmented pigment gradually over weeks
- Long-Lasting Results: Proper sun protection maintains improvements for years
What Types of Pigmentation Can Be Treated?
Our advanced laser systems effectively treat a wide range of pigmentation concerns, from surface discoloration to deep melasma—delivering clearer, more even skin tone with customized treatment protocols.
- Sun Damage & Age Spots: Brown spots from UV exposure and aging on face, hands, chest, and arms.
- Melasma: Hormonal pigmentation creating patches on cheeks, forehead, and upper lip.
- Hyperpigmentation: Dark marks left after acne, injury, or irritation.
- Freckles: Genetic pigmentation clusters that darken with sun exposure.
- Uneven Skin Tone: Patchy discoloration from sun damage, aging, or previous treatments.
- Broken Capillaries: Visible redness and dark patches from damaged blood vessels.
The Pigment Reduction Process
Our comprehensive approach ensures optimal results at every stage. With advanced laser technology and over 20 years of expertise, Colorado Skin & Vein delivers personalized care tailored to your unique pigmentation concerns.
Before Treatment
Proper preparation protects your investment and optimizes outcomes.
- Initial Consultation: Comprehensive skin analysis and customized treatment plan
- Minimize Sun Exposure: Use SPF 30+ daily
- Arrive Makeup-Free: Clean skin reduces infection risk
During Treatment
Quick, precise laser application with minimal discomfort.
- Brief Procedure: 15-45 minutes depending on treatment area
- Mild Sensation: Brief snapping or warming feeling with cooling technology
- Immediate Return: Resume most activities same day
After Treatment
Pigmentation darkens before fading as treated areas naturally clear.
- Initial Darkening: Spots darken 3-7 days before flaking off
- Sun Protection: Avoid direct sun 24-48 hours post-treatment
- Full Results: Maximum clearing 4-8 weeks after final session; most need 1-3 treatments
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20+ Years of Aesthetics Excellence
The team at Colorado Skin & Vein, led by David Verebelyi, MD, RVT, and Christina Jordan, FNP, CANS, has been treating vein conditions for over two decades, earning a reputation as leaders in advanced vascular and laser medicine.
Dr. David Verebelyi serves as Chief of Laser Surgery at Colorado Skin & Vein, bringing over 20 years of specialized experience in venous care and minimally invasive vein treatments.
- Double board-certified physician
- Registered Vascular Technician with advanced diagnostic imaging expertise
- Fellow & Instructor, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
- Personally performs all vein procedures using state-of-the-art technology
- Holds honors MD and B.S. in Science & Psychology
Common Questions
Pigment Reduction Treatment FAQ
What types of pigmentation can laser treatment address?
Laser treatments effectively reduce sun damage, age spots, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, freckles, uneven skin tone, and broken capillaries. Different wavelengths and technologies target pigmentation at varying depths for comprehensive correction.
How does laser pigment reduction work?
Laser light energy targets melanin (pigment) in your skin. The light is absorbed by pigmented cells, heating and shattering them into tiny particles. Your body’s natural processes then clear away these fragmented pigment deposits over the following weeks, gradually revealing clearer, more even skin tone.
What's the difference between IPL and picosecond lasers for pigmentation?
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) uses broad-spectrum light to treat surface pigmentation like sun spots and general discoloration. Picosecond lasers use ultra-fast pulses to shatter pigment at deeper levels, making them ideal for stubborn melasma and darker, deeper pigmentation. We often combine technologies for optimal results.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients achieve excellent results with 1-3 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. Treatment number depends on pigmentation type, depth, and severity. Surface sun spots may clear in one session, while deep melasma typically requires multiple treatments for optimal clearance.
Is pigment reduction painful?
Most patients describe a brief snapping or warm sensation during treatment. Our advanced lasers include cooling technology that minimizes discomfort. No anesthesia is typically required, and most patients tolerate treatment very comfortably.
What does recovery look like after pigment reduction?
Treated areas may appear darker immediately after treatment—this is normal and expected. Pigmented spots will darken for 3-7 days before naturally flaking off. Mild redness or swelling resolves within hours to a few days. Most patients resume normal activities immediately with sun protection.
When will I see results?
Pigmented areas darken initially before fading. You’ll notice gradual improvement as treated pigment sheds over 1-2 weeks. Maximum results appear 4-8 weeks after each session as your body completely clears fragmented pigment. Improvements continue between treatments.
How much does pigment reduction cost?
Cost varies based on treatment area, technology used, and number of sessions required. During your consultation, we’ll provide a detailed treatment plan and transparent pricing based on your specific needs and goals.
