In our next installment of the video series from the Physicians Council for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (PCDEI), Dr. Ginn shares practical pearls for managing hyperpigmentation in patients with skin of color. She discusses addressing the vascular and inflammatory components of pigmentation, individualizing treatment around life stages such as pregnancy, and layering in-office procedures with a consistent home regimen. Dr. Ginn also highlights daily sun and heat protection as essential components of care and stresses the importance of counseling patients that improvement is gradual and long-term maintenance is often necessary. She encourages clinicians to combine accurate diagnosis, realistic expectations, and culturally aware care to support treatment outcomes and the patient experience.
Topics covered:
- Addressing vascular and inflammatory contributors to hyperpigmentation
- Combining procedural treatments with individualized home regimens
- Setting expectations for photoprotection, gradual improvement, and long-term maintenance
