Doctor-led pigmentation treatment in Bedford
Sun spots, melasma and post-inflammatory marks behave differently. We identify the pigment pattern first, then match suitable options such as IPL, Pico laser, a professional peel or topical care to your skin tone and risk profile.
- Diagnosis first
- Multiple treatment options
- Skin-tone aware planning
- Bedford clinic
Sun spots, melasma and post-acne marks can look alike — but they need entirely different treatments. So we diagnose the cause before we treat it.
The types of pigmentation we treat
Identifying the correct type of pigmentation is essential — different causes respond to different treatments:
- Solar lentigines (sun spots / age spots): flat brown spots from UV exposure on the face, hands and décolletage. Highly responsive to Lumecca™ IPL.
- Melasma: symmetrical brown or grey-brown facial patches linked to hormones and UV. Requires specialist treatment — Cosmelan® is the most effective approach.
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH): dark marks after acne, eczema or injury, more pronounced in medium/darker skin. Treated with peels, prescription topicals and IPL where appropriate.
- Ephelides (freckles): genetic, intensified by sun; superficial and highly responsive to IPL.
- Seborrhoeic keratoses: raised, barnacle-like brown growths; treated with Cool Laser™ ablation.
The types of pigmentation we treat
At Rejuvena in Bedford, each pigmentation treatment plan starts with a careful assessment to confirm the concern, suitability and realistic next steps.
The right platform for your pigmentation
Rejuvena matches the technology to the diagnosis. Lumecca Peak™ IPL clears superficial pigment; the Cosmelan® protocol treats melasma and reactive skin tones where light-based devices carry more risk.
Lumecca Peak™ IPL
High-peak-power pulses optimised to the 500–600nm range — the spectrum of maximum melanin absorption — target excess pigment in sun spots and freckles without affecting surrounding skin. A sapphire cooling tip keeps sessions comfortable, and most solar lentigines clear in just 1–3 sessions rather than the 4–6 typical of standard IPL.
- Best for Sun spots, freckles, uneven tone (I–III)
- Sessions 1–3, spaced 4–6 weeks
- Session 30–60 minutes by area
- Downtime Spots flake over 5–10 days
Cosmelan®
A world-leading medical depigmentation system for melasma and persistent hyperpigmentation. It inhibits tyrosinase — the enzyme behind melanin synthesis — reducing overproduction rather than just removing existing pigment, making it effective even where IPL or laser would risk triggering more pigment in reactive skin. In clinical studies, around 90% of patients see significant depigmentation.
- Best for Melasma, PIH; all skin tones (III–VI)
- Phases In-clinic mask + home maintenance
- Downtime Redness & mild peeling, week 1
- Results Build over several months
For raised seborrhoeic keratoses, the Dermablate Cool Laser™ (Er:YAG) ablates the lesion in a single session. And as a GMC-registered prescriber, Dr. Nick can add prescription topicals — tretinoin, azelaic acid and others — to enhance and maintain results, with no separate GP appointment needed.
Your pigmentation treatment — step by step
Diagnosis first
Dr. Nick identifies the specific type and cause of your pigmentation — sun spots, melasma, PIH or other — because each responds to a different protocol.
Tailored protocol
The right approach is selected for your pigmentation type and skin tone — Lumecca™ IPL, Cosmelan®, Cool Laser™ or prescription topicals, alone or combined.
Treatment
IPL passes across the skin with a cooling gel and eye protection (30–45 min), or the Cosmelan® mask is applied in clinic for you to remove at home after 8–12 hours.
Healing
After IPL, spots darken (a good sign) and flake over 5–10 days. With Cosmelan®, expect redness and mild peeling in the first week.
Maintenance & sun protection
Daily SPF 50+ and a maintenance programme are essential — without strict sun protection, pigmentation (especially melasma) will recur.
Pigmentation treatment results — before & after
Real patient results — drag each slider to compare.
Pigmentation & redness
AfterBeforeEven tone
AfterBeforeSun spots
AfterBeforeLumecca Peak™ IPL — face (single session): from £175
Lumecca Peak™ IPL — face, neck & décolletage: from £275
Lumecca Peak™ IPL — course of 3: from £450
Cosmelan® depigmentation protocol: from £395
Medical-grade chemical peel: from £120
Cool Laser™ Er:YAG (seborrhoeic keratoses): from £150
Why choose Rejuvena for pigmentation treatment in Bedford?
Lumecca Peak™ IPL
Higher peak power and an optimised wavelength versus standard IPL — fewer sessions for the same result.
Cosmelan® available
The leading clinical solution for melasma — safe across all skin tones, where IPL carries higher risk.
A medical prescriber
Dr. Nick can prescribe topicals (tretinoin, azelaic acid) directly — no separate GP appointment needed.
Diagnosis-first
Treatment is matched to your pigmentation type and skin tone — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Before, during and after treatment
Before
Avoid sun exposure for 2–4 weeks and stop retinol or acid products for 5–7 days before IPL. Come with clean skin and no self-tan.
During
For IPL, a cooling gel is applied and each pulse feels like a brief warm snap (30–45 min, eye protection throughout). For Cosmelan®, the mask is applied in clinic and removed at home after 8–12 hours.
After
IPL spots darken then flake over 5–10 days; Cosmelan® brings redness and peeling in week 1. Daily SPF 50+ throughout any pigmentation programme is non-negotiable for lasting results.
Related treatments at Rejuvena Bedford
Dark Circle Treatment
Lumecca™ IPL and polynucleotides targeting vascular and pigmentation-related under-eye darkness. From £250.
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Mole Removal
Concerned about a pigmented mole? Dermoscopy assessment and safe removal by Dr. Nick. From £250.
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Stretch Mark Treatment
Morpheus 8 Burst™ and Cool Laser™ for stretch marks on the abdomen, thighs and hips. From £250.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions — pigmentation treatment in Bedford
What is Lumecca Peak™ IPL and how is it different to standard IPL?
What is the best treatment for melasma in Bedford?
Is pigmentation treatment safe for darker skin tones?
How much does pigmentation treatment cost in Bedford?
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Book pigmentation treatment in Bedford
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