Skin Clinic Norwich - Aesthetic Clinic Norwich | Estetika Clinic

It's not uncommon for people to visit a dermatologist or skin clinic in Norwich because of the discoloration of their skin. It often occurs as part of the ageing process. Over time, as we age, our skin loses its elasticity and becomes thinner, less resilient, and more fragile. As our skin ages, it also loses its ability to regenerate itself effectively, and as a result pigmentation develops in areas where there has been damage to the underlying tissue. There are many different types of pigmentation that can occur on your skin: Freckles: Freckles are small brown spots that appear on sun-exposed areas of your body (face, arms, shoulders). They are caused by overactive melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) in the epidermis (the uppermost layer of your skin). Age spots/ liver spots: Age spots or liver spots are flat brown spots or discolorations usually found on your hands, face, and neck. These are caused by overactive melanocytes in post-inflammatory scars after trauma, such as cut