Stain · Mark · Texture · Skin Quality
Spots, Scars and Skin Quality
Skin discoloration and texture changes are not all due to the same cause. Melasma, sun spots, post-acne discoloration, and true acne scars require different assessment approaches.
The goal is not just to reduce the visible blemish or scar; it's to first accurately assess the type, depth, and skin type of the problem.
PIGMENT
TISSUE
TRACE
QUALITY
CORRECTLY NAMING THE PROBLEM
They look similar, but are judged differently.
You can separate and examine topics that might otherwise be confused with each other, based on the problem they address.
01 · PIGMENT
Skin Blemishes
Dermatological evaluation of different types of pigmentation, including melasma, sunspots, and post-inflammatory pigmentation.
02 · MELANIN
Melasma
Causes, triggers, and dermatological approaches to pigmentation that often follows a symmetrical pattern on the face.
03 · TISSUE
Acne Scars
Different acne scar types, such as ice-pick, boxcar, and rolling, are assessed based on scar depth and skin characteristics.
04 · SUN
Sunspots
Evaluation and differentiation characteristics of solar lentigo and sun-induced pigment changes.
05 · PIE / PIH
Post-Acne Redness & Blemishes
Differentiating between redness and brown pigment changes that remain after acne.
06 · QUALITY
Skin Quality
Surface smoothness, hydration, barrier properties, pigment homogeneity, pore appearance, and elasticity are all evaluated together.
SAME APPEARANCE, DIFFERENT LAYERS
Is it discoloration, surface irregularity, or a true scar?
A
Colour
Increased melanin, redness, or pigment irregularity.
B
Tissue
Roughness, porous appearance, or surface irregularities.
C
Trace
Sunken, raised, or structurally permanent scar changes.
GO DEEPER
Trace, texture and surface guide
You can find other articles on scars and skin texture here.
01
Scar
02
Keloid & Hypertrophic Scar
03
Pore Appearance
DERMATOLOGICAL EVALUATION
The right approach begins with the right definition.
Two seemingly similar skin problems may have different causes. Diagnosis is made by considering skin type, lesion characteristics, and risk of pigmentation together.