Pigmentation & Discolouration
Age Spots Discolouration Hormonal Pigmentation / Melasma PIH Sun Damaged SkinSensitive & Reactive Skin
Eczema (Dermatitis) Ingrown Hairs - Razor Bumps Perioral Dermatitis Rosacea / Red Skin Sensitive SkinSkin Concerns in Dark Skin Types
Acne in Dark Skin Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra (DPN) Melasma / Pigmentation In Dark SkinSkin Lesions & Growths
Keloids Onychomycosis (Nail Fungus) Pre-Cancerous Skin Lesions Scars & Scar Removal Sebaceous Hyperplasia Skin Tags Syringoma Warts Wound HealingGeneral Skin Health & Types
Four Primary Skin TypesFace, Neck & Chest
Lax / Loose Skin Prejuvenation Sagging Face Skin & Ageing Sunken Cheeks Volume Loss WrinklesLower Face & Mouth
Ageing Lips Double Chin Downturned Mouth Marionette Lines Nasolabial Folds Smoker's LinesUpper Face & Eyes
Bunny Lines Eye Bags Eye Wrinkles / Crow's Feet Sagging Brows Under Eye Dark CirclesAgeing Skin & Conditions
Ageing Décolleté Ageing Hands Ageing Neck Spider Veins Stretch Marks (Striae)Botulinum Toxin Injections
Botox ® & Dysport ® Brow Lift Palmar Hyperhidrosis Treatment for Gummy Smile Treatments for Bruxism / TMJ Underarm HyperhidrosisTargeted Filler Treatments
3D Liquid Facelift Hand Rejuvenation Jawline Reshaping Lip Enhancement Magic Needle Mesolift MD Codes™️ Nefertiti Contour Neck Lift Non-Surgical Nose Job Plantar Foot Pad FillerInjectable Mesotherapy
Biopuncture Cecarrelli Fat Lipolysis Fat Burning Injections Mesotherapy Mesotherapy for Eye Bags PRP for Hair Loss Vampire Facial (PRP)Subcision
Acne Scar ReductionCutera
Acutip 500™ CO2 Laser Resurfacing Contact Yag Cutera Lasers Laser Genesis™ Rejuvenation Laser Hair Removal Laser Vein Removal Long Pulsed ND:Yag Nd:Yag Skin Tightening Pearl Fractional Pearl Fusion Pearl™ Rejuvenation Titan® Skin TighteningRadiofrequency
Accent ™ Endymed 3Deep RF Tightening Exilis Elite Heat & Sound Technology Lavatron Multipolar vs Monopolar TitaniaSignature Treatments
Acne & Rosacea Facial Microtox Glow Facial Nasolabial Lift Treatment Star Gaze Eye TreatmentChemical Peels
Chemical Peels Overview Dermaplaning Eye Peel Treatment Intense Peels & Laser Peels MesoBrite™ MicrodermabrasionBody Shaping & Contouring
Body Contouring Carboxytherapy for Body Cellulite Solutions Cryolipo Fat Freezing Endymed ContourWeight Loss Solutions
Renewal Institute Diet (RID)Skin Nutrition & Topicals
Dietary Advice for Dark Circles Hydroquinone Metformin Nutrition for Skin Serums & Topical IngredientsDermatological Treatments
Carboxytherapy Carboxytherapy for Hair Loss Cryotherapy Surgical Mole Removal
Understanding our patient’s Fitzpatrick Skin Type is essential for safety, effectiveness, and long-term skin health when performing laser or energy-based treatments. Different skin types react uniquely to UV light and laser technology, and treatment settings must be adjusted accordingly to prevent adverse effects such as burning, hyperpigmentation, or scarring.
Individuals with Fitzpatrick Skin Type II typically have:
While they may gradually develop a light tan with repeated exposure, they carry a higher risk of sun-induced skin damage, including:
To preserve skin health and optimise results from aesthetic treatments, individuals with Type II skin should prioritise:
The good news is that Skin Type II is generally compatible with a wide range of medical-grade aesthetic treatments, including:
These treatments can often be performed without the risk of pigmentation issues, primarily when handled by trained professionals using calibrated settings.
At Skin Renewal, patient safety is a top priority. Every patient undergoes a doctor-led consultation before treatment. Your Fitzpatrick Skin Type, lifestyle, goals, and skin condition are all factored into a customised plan that ensures safe, visible, and long-lasting results.
Understanding your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is key to your skin health journey. If you have Skin Type II, taking extra precautions against sun damage and choosing the right aesthetic treatments can go a long way in maintaining youthful, healthy skin.
