Abstract
Photodamaged skin is one of the most common problems addressed by the dermatologist. It can be simplistically characterized by the visual changes of dyspigmentation, fine wrinkles, and tactile roughness [1, 2]. The hyperpigmentation aspect of photodamage is probably one of the most disconcerting to patients as healthy skin is perceived to be even-colored. The discoloration results from stimulation of the melanocytes by UV-A radiation that causes excess pigment production. While the pigment produced by the skin is photoprotective, the inability of the melanocytes to evenly generate melanin causes localized pigmented spots, known as lentigenes, and a reticulated dyspigmentation, known as melasma. This chapter will focus on the topical treatments available for hyperpigmented photodamaged skin.
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Draelos, Z. (2008). Treatment of Hyperpigmented Photodamaged Skin. In: Shiffman, M., Mirrafati, S., Lam, S., Cueteaux, C. (eds) Simplified Facial Rejuvenation. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-71097-4_8
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