Pigmentation and sun damage treatment
Pigmentation and sun damage happen when UV exposure makes skin produce too much melanin. The result is sun spots, freckling, uneven tone and a dull, older-looking complexion. Melbourne's high UV means most of us have some by our thirties.
At our Preston clinic, 539 Plenty Road · Clients from across Melbourne's north · Enquire online or call 0478 832 226
How we treat it
We fade existing pigment and stop new pigment forming. Laser skin rejuvenation breaks pigment down so your body can clear it. Peels and micro-needling speed up skin renewal to lift surface pigment and even out tone. Daily SPF protects the result.
Treatments for pigmentation & sun damage
| Treatment | Typical course | How often | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Skin Rejuvenation | 3–6 sessions | 4–6 weeks apart | None – mild redness or warmth for a few hours; make-up the same day |
| Skin Peels | 3–6 sessions | 2–6 weeks apart | Light peels: little to none. Stronger peels: a few days of flaking. |
| Micro-Needling | 3–6 sessions | 6–8 weeks apart | 24–48 hours of redness or tightness, like mild sunburn |
| Carbon Laser Peel (China Doll Facial) | 3–6 sessions for lasting change | 4–6 weeks apart | None – a light flush for a few hours |
| LED Light Therapy | 6–12 sessions | 1–3 times a week | None |
| Clinical Facials | Ongoing | Weekly to monthly | None |
| Professional Treatment Masks | Add-on or standalone | With any treatment | None |
At home
Wear a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ every day (we stock Skinstitut Age Defence SPF 50+). Ask about a pigment-targeting home-care routine from SkinGen or Skinstitut.
Not sure which treatment is right? Book a $53 skin consultation and get a personalised treatment plan – the fee is credited toward any treatment of your choice.
Also searched as
sun spots, melasma, age spots, uneven skin tone, freckles.
Related concerns
Common questions
How do I book in for pigmentation and sun damage treatment in Preston?
Start with a skin consultation, where a trained Skin Therapist assesses your skin and recommends a plan. Send us an enquiry using the form on this page or call 0478 832 226, and our team will contact you to book a time. Our $53 consultation fee is credited toward any treatment booked within three months.
Where is Fresh Start Laser & Skin?
We're an independent, locally owned skin clinic at 539 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072, with clients from Preston, Reservoir, Thornbury, Northcote, Coburg, Bundoora and across Melbourne's northern and outer suburbs. We're open Monday to Saturday; see our opening hours below.
Enquire about pigmentation and sun damage treatment
Tell us a little about your skin and our Preston team will contact you to book a skin consultation and talk through the options.
- Choose a treatment, or pick “Not sure yet”
- Your $53 consultation fee is credited toward treatment booked within three months
- Prefer to talk? Call 0478 832 226
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Book your skin consultation
Meet a qualified Skin Therapist, get a full skin assessment and leave with a personalised treatment plan. Your $53 consultation fee is redeemable – it's credited toward any treatment of your choice booked within three months.