Pigmentation means colour, and the colour of the skin is affected in this condition. Melanin is the pigment that gives the skin its colour and is produced by melanocytes cells under the skin. The production of melanin is disrupted when these cells are damaged and can lead to patches on the skin. Hyperpigmentation can result from excessive melanin synthesis. It is a harmless skin disorder where the patches of skin become darker in colour than the surrounding healthy skin. Some common types include melasma, age spots, and liver spots or can be a result of hormonal changes, pregnancy, steroids, insulin resistance and trauma. Exposure to the sun can lead to the appearance of dark patches on the face and hands. Get the best pigmentation treatment in Delhi with Dr. Rohit Batra at DermaWorld through laser toning, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermabrasion, intense pulsed light and cryotherapy.