Sun exposure, hormones, and skin sensitivity can all lead to blotchy, uneven skin. Whether you’re noticing sunspots, liver spots, melasma, or redness from rosacea, Gwynn Patterson, M.D., FACOG offers physician-guided treatments to restore clarity, tone, and balance.

We approach pigment and vascular issues with careful precision matching the right technology to your skin’s needs. Dr. Patterson personally evaluates each case and provides treatments that are safe, evidence-based, and effective for the climate and skin types common in Southern Arizona.

A Personalized Approach to Uneven Skin Tone

Blotchiness can come from different sources, and each one requires a different approach:

• Sunspots and Liver Spots: These flat brown patches form after years of sun exposure. We use IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) to target the pigment and gently fade the discoloration over time.
• Melasma: This deeper, hormonally driven pigmentation is common in women and can be stubborn. Dr. Patterson uses laser-based treatments, not IPL, to address melasma more effectively and reduce the risk of rebound pigmentation.
• Rosacea: Rosacea often causes facial redness, broken capillaries, and flushing. We use a specialized IPL system calibrated for vascular sensitivity. This helps calm inflammation and visibly reduce redness, especially valuable in the dry desert climate.
• Freckles and General Blotchiness: For uneven tone and texture, IPL can refresh the skin’s appearance, reduce surface pigment, and promote collagen production.

What to Expect

Most sessions take about 20 to 30 minutes. You’ll feel a gentle snapping or warming sensation as the light pulses are delivered. There’s no need for numbing, and you can return to normal activities the same day.

Spots and discoloration may darken for a few days before naturally flaking off. We typically recommend a series of 2 to 4 treatments for best results, depending on the type of discoloration and your skin’s response.