Dark Spot Removal Treatment
Dark spots — also known as hyperpigmentation, age spots, or liver spots — are concentrated patches of excess melanin that appear on the skin due to sun exposure, hormonal changes, ageing, or post-inflammatory responses from acne or injury. While harmless, dark spots can make the skin look aged and uneven, affecting your confidence. At Skin Health Practice in Hounslow, we offer targeted dark spot removal treatments using laser technology, the Cosmelan depigmentation system, and medical-grade peels to restore a clear, luminous complexion.
Reviewed by Su Rixon · Aesthetic Clinician · Last reviewed April 2026
What Causes Dark Spots?
Dark spots form when melanocytes in a specific area of the skin produce excess melanin. The most common triggers include cumulative UV exposure (resulting in sun spots or age spots), hormonal changes such as pregnancy or contraceptive use (leading to melasma), and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) left behind after acne, eczema, or skin injury. Certain medications and even friction from clothing can also contribute. Understanding the underlying cause of your dark spots is essential for selecting the most effective treatment approach.
Treatment Options for Dark Spots
For isolated, well-defined dark spots such as sun spots or age spots, laser pigmentation removal is often the most efficient approach — targeted laser energy breaks down melanin deposits, which the body then clears naturally. For more widespread or complex pigmentation, the Cosmelan depigmentation system provides a comprehensive solution that inhibits melanin production across the entire treated area. Medical-grade mesoestetic peels offer a middle ground, resurfacing the skin and accelerating the fading of superficial dark spots while improving overall skin tone and texture.
Results and Aftercare
Treatment timelines vary depending on the type and depth of your dark spots. Laser-treated spots typically darken and then shed within 1 to 2 weeks. Cosmelan delivers progressive lightening over 2 to 4 months. Chemical peel results develop over a series of sessions. Regardless of the treatment chosen, diligent sun protection with SPF 50 is non-negotiable — UV exposure is the primary driver of dark spot formation and recurrence. We provide a complete aftercare protocol to protect your results and maintain your newly even skin tone.
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Why Choose This Treatment
Key Benefits
Targeted removal of individual
Targeted removal of individual dark spots using precision laser therapy
Cosmelan system for widespread
Cosmelan system for widespread pigmentation and complex dark spots
Medical
Medical-grade peels to fade superficial spots and improve skin tone
Suitable for all skin
Suitable for all skin types and tones including darker complexions
Visible improvement within weeks
Visible improvement within weeks of starting treatment
Comprehensive aftercare and prevention
Comprehensive aftercare and prevention guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
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Clear, Even Skin Is Within Reach
Do not let dark spots hold you back from feeling confident in your skin. Book your dark spot removal consultation at Skin Health Practice in Hounslow today.