Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial
Vitamin C, tyrosinase inhibitors and alpha hydroxy acids come together to leave your skin brighter, refined and rejuvenated.
- 60 min
- $120.00$149.00
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- Duration
- 60 min
- Price
- $120.00 CAD
- Category
- Facials
- Location
- Richmond, BC
An even complexion has a particular kind of clarity, the kind that needs very little makeup. The Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial features powerful skin brighteners, including vitamin C and tyrosinase inhibitors, along with alpha hydroxy acids to refine the skin’s texture. It is designed to leave the skin brighter, refined and rejuvenated. For anyone seeking a hyperpigmentation facial in Richmond for marks left by the sun, past breakouts or the passing years, it is offered at our med spa in Hamilton, Richmond, which welcomes women and men.
Benefits of the Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial
The principal benefit is harmony of tone. As the contrast between darker spots and the surrounding skin softens, your complexion can appear more uniform, whether you wear foundation or prefer to go without.
The alpha hydroxy acids add a second benefit: a refined, smoother texture and a brighter surface. Your skin expert will also discuss sun protection and home care with you, because preventing new spots matters as much as fading existing ones. Results vary from person to person.
- Vitamin C and tyrosinase inhibitors
- Alpha hydroxy acids refine texture
- Softens the look of dark spots
- Draws skin towards an even tone
- Brighter, refined, rejuvenated skin
- Guidance on protecting your results
What is the Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial?
Pigmentation forms when certain areas of skin produce more melanin than those around them. Sun exposure is the most familiar trigger, but inflammation, such as a healing blemish, and the gradual changes that come with age can leave their own marks.
This facial brings together three kinds of ingredients. Vitamin C is a widely used antioxidant known for brightening. Tyrosinase inhibitors are ingredients that target tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production, and are commonly used in skincare for uneven tone. Alpha hydroxy acids exfoliate the surface to refine texture. Because pigmentation fades gradually, the facial is usually planned as a short series.
Who is the Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial for?
This treatment is designed for three familiar kinds of pigmentation: spots from sun damage, marks left behind by acne, and the uneven tone that can develop with age. If you notice brown patches after summer, or flat marks that linger long after breakouts have healed, it may suit you.
Some forms of pigmentation, including melasma, behave differently and call for extra care, as do deeper skin tones, which can be more prone to darkening after irritation. Share your skin history when you book. To compare related options, explore our pigmentation treatments or the Targeted Pigment Correction Treatment.
- Pigmentation from sun damage
- Pigmentation from acne
- Pigmentation from aging
- Uneven texture and a dull complexion
- Anyone beginning a plan to fade dark spots
What to expect during your Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial
Your 60-minute appointment typically begins with a careful look at your pigmentation: where it sits, how long it has been there and what may have caused it. Your skin expert customises the treatment from there.
Your skin is then cleansed and treated with alpha hydroxy acids to refine the surface. Some clients notice a mild tingling or warmth, which typically passes quickly.
The brightening steps follow, with vitamin C and tyrosinase inhibitors applied to address uneven tone, often followed by a soothing mask while you rest.
The treatment closes with a moisturiser and a broad-spectrum sunscreen, and advice on daily sun protection and home care to support your progress between visits.
Results and how many sessions
Your skin may look fresher and brighter after a single treatment, but fading dark spots is a gradual process. Most clients follow a series of four to six sessions spaced two to four weeks apart, depending on the cause, depth and age of the pigmentation.
Expect softening rather than disappearance. Sun exposure can bring pigmentation back, so a broad-spectrum SPF every morning is the habit that matters most. Results vary from person to person.
Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial in pictures
Some photos are illustrative and do not show studio clients or results.
Preparation & Aftercare
Preparing for your appointment
- Avoid tanning, sunbeds and prolonged sun exposure for at least two weeks beforehand.
- Pause retinoids, exfoliating acids and scrubs for three to five days before your visit.
- Tell the studio about any prescription creams, lightening products or photosensitising medication.
- Avoid facial waxing or threading in the week before treatment.
- Arrive without makeup if you can, so your skin expert can see your pigmentation clearly.
Aftercare
- Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every morning and reapply when outdoors.
- Avoid direct sun, tanning and sunbeds for at least a week.
- Wear a hat in strong sun to protect the treated skin.
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser for 48 hours.
- Wait 48 to 72 hours before restarting retinoids or exfoliating acids.
- Do not pick at any dry or flaking skin.
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms and strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
Before you book
- Tell the studio if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Tell the studio if you have used isotretinoin (Accutane) in the last 6 months.
- Tell the studio if you have a recent tan, sunburn or a sun holiday planned.
- Tell the studio if you take photosensitising medication.
- Tell the studio if you use prescription retinoids or lightening creams.
- Tell the studio if you have melasma, an active infection, cold sores or open wounds.
- Tell the studio about any allergies to skincare ingredients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Another question? Call 604-731-5111 or send a message.
What does the Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial cost?
The current price is shown on this page. Because pigmentation usually calls for more than one visit, ask the studio about a treatment plan when you book. You can also call 604-731-5111.
What is in a hyperpigmentation facial?
This facial features skin brighteners including vitamin C and tyrosinase inhibitors, along with alpha hydroxy acids to refine the skin's texture. It is designed to leave the skin brighter, refined and rejuvenated. Results vary.
How many facials will I need to fade dark spots?
Most clients follow a series, commonly four to six sessions spaced two to four weeks apart. The number depends on the cause, depth and age of your pigmentation.
Can a facial remove sun spots completely?
A brightening facial can help soften the look of sun spots and even out your tone, but complete removal should not be expected. Daily sunscreen is essential to protect your progress.
Will it help with dark marks left after acne?
Yes, it is designed for the flat brown or reddish marks that remain after breakouts have healed. It is not a treatment for active acne or raised scarring.
Is it safe for darker skin tones?
Brightening facials can suit many skin tones, though deeper skin can be more prone to pigmentation after irritation. Share your skin history when you book so the treatment can be adjusted with care.
Brightening Hyperpigmentation Facial in Richmond, BC
Pigmentation is personal. Its cause, depth and pattern differ from one person to the next, which is why every treatment at Studio Chique is customised to your skin and guided by a skin expert. Your series is shaped around the marks you want to soften and how your skin responds along the way.
If you have been searching for a hyperpigmentation facial near me, the studio is at 23200 Gilley Road, Unit 1015, in Hamilton, Richmond. To begin your brightening facial in Richmond, BC and plan your series, book online or call 604-731-5111.
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60 min · $120.00