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Microneedling is one of the most effective tools we have for treating acne scarring. Not only is it safe for all skin tones, but it is also a very cost-effective treatment.

By creating microchannels and stimulating your own collagen production, microneedling helps soften depressed scars and improve uneven skin texture over time.

For scars that look like they are being pulled down or tethered to the underlying skin, microneedling may need to be combined with treatments such as subcision, working alongside a dermatologist or aesthetic doctor.

Book a consultation and let’s create a treatment plan for your skin.

Would you like to know what I’m really thinking … ?

Like with all skin treatments, at Fig Aesthetics we start by understanding what we’re treating before we treat it.

Just like pigmentation has different causes and triggers, acne scarring is no different.

Not all acne scars are the same and understanding how and why the scar formed, and what type of scar we’re looking at, is what helps us choose the right treatment. And also knowing when to refer for medical intervention.

Now that you understand what triggers pigmentation, let’s look at what we can do about it.

Here are some real pigmentation results from Sally Gilder at Fig Aesthetics. 💚 Combining in-house treatments with mesoestetic South Africa Cosmelan homecare

Intrinsic pigmentation - this one is hard to escape as we are all aging… I know it’s true. Click our bio and booking your skin consultation should you have any questions about your pigmention.

There is so much more to a woman than how she looks.

Our skin tells a little of our story: the laughter, sunshine, adventures, motherhood, milestones and all the beautiful changes that come with a life well lived.

At Fig, it’s never about making you look 25 again. It’s about creating a healthier, stronger skin that feels like you.

This Women’s Day, here’s to feeling good in our skin and celebrating the woman looking back at us in the mirror. 💚

Let’s understand more about Extrinsic Pigmentation triggers.

After treating thousands of skins, these are the four mistakes I see time and time again.
1. Forgetting your neck, chest & hands

Your face may get all the attention, but your neck, chest and hands are often the first areas to reveal your true age. These areas receive years of UV exposure yet are frequently left out of a skincare routine.
My rule: apply your skincare from the top of your forehead to your chest and any excess product into the backs of your hands. Don’t stop at your jawline.

2. Trying to “peel away” pigmentation
Pigmentation isn’t something you can scrub, peel or exfoliate away. In fact, being too aggressive often makes it worse.

Over-exfoliation creates irritation and inflammation, which can trigger post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Rather look into products with pigmentation inhibitors and a well formulated retinoid.

Pigmentation is one of the most challenging skin concerns to treat. It developed over years and it takes time, consistency and the right treatment plan to improve.

3. Chasing every skincare trend
The latest viral product isn’t always what your skin needs.

Layering too many active ingredients or constantly switching routines often damages the skin barrier, leading to redness, dehydration, sensitivity and breakouts. Once the barrier is compromised, even the best ingredients become irritating.

Your skincare routine should be built around your skin, your lifestyle and your goals - not the latest social media trend.

4. Expecting instant results
One treatment won’t erase years of sun damage. One bottle won’t rebuild collagen overnight.

Healthy skin is built through consistency. Collagen remodelling, pigment reduction and skin renewal happen over months , even years - not days.

The patients who achieve the best results aren’t the ones chasing quick fixes. They’re the ones who trust the process, stay consistent with their homecare and commit to a long-term plan.

Healthily skin is created by consistency.

I’d love to know… which of these mistakes have you been guilty of? 💚