Sun Damaged & Ageing Skin Treatment in Perth

Restore Youthful, Healthy Skin

At Dermedica Perth, we offer advanced skin rejuvenation treatments to repair sun damage, fine lines, and uneven skin tone. Rediscover smoother, firmer, more radiant skin with personalized, non-invasive solutions.

Sun-damaged and ageing skin treatment in Perth – A mature woman touching her face, highlighting fine lines and wrinkles, which can be treated with advanced skin rejuvenation therapies at Dermedica

Recognising the Concern

Do You Notice These Changes?

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Pigmentation & Uneven Tone

Sun exposure can cause dark spots, freckles, and blotchy patches. These changes make skin look dull, uneven, and prematurely aged.

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Fine Lines & Wrinkles

UV damage accelerates collagen breakdown, leading to creases and deeper wrinkles that become more visible over time.

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Loss of Firmness & Elasticity

Skin may sag or feel thinner as natural support structures weaken, leaving it less smooth and youthful.

Understanding the Concern

What Causes Sun-Damaged & Ageing Skin?

Over time, sun exposure, environmental factors, and natural ageing can lead to wrinkles, fine lines, pigmentation, and loss of skin elasticity. Here are the key contributors to premature skin ageing and sun damage:

  • UV Radiation & Sun Exposure – Prolonged exposure to UV rays breaks down collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and sunspots. This process, known as photoageing, accelerates skin ageing.
  • Loss of Collagen & Elastin – As we age, the skin loses collagen and elastin, resulting in fine lines, reduced firmness, and thinning skin. External factors like pollution and smoking can worsen this natural process.
  • Free Radical Damage – Pollution, UV rays, and toxins generate free radicals that damage skin cells, leading to dullness, uneven texture, and premature ageing. Antioxidants help neutralise this damage.
  • Dehydration & Poor Skincare – Lack of hydration and proper skincare can make fine lines and wrinkles more pronounced while weakening the skin’s natural barrier against environmental stressors.
  • Lifestyle & Genetics – Factors like smoking, poor diet, and genetics play a role in how quickly skin ages and loses its youthful appearance. A healthy lifestyle and skincare routine can slow down the ageing process.

Understanding the cause is the first step to effective treatment. At Dermedica, we offer advanced skin rejuvenation treatments tailored to your skin type.

Treatment Options

Approaches We May Discuss

Clear complexion laser

This advanced laser therapy targets acne, pigmentation, redness, and uneven skin tone—promoting a brighter, more balanced complexion. Ideal for all skin types, the treatment stimulates collagen production and improves skin texture with minimal downtime.

Dermaglow

A non-surgical laser treatment designed to revitalize and rejuvenate ageing, sun-damaged skin. Using fractional erbium resurfacing laser technology, this gentle, non-ablative treatment stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture, and reduces fine lines and pigmentation. Achieve a smoother, more radiant complexion with minimal downtime.

Other medical treatments

Dr. Teh also offers additional treatments under medical guidance that, in line with TGA advertising restrictions, cannot be detailed publicly on this website. Please contact the clinic directly to discuss the full range of options available to you.

REAL PATIENTS. REAL RESULTS.

Sun-Damaged & Ageing Skin Treatment Before & After

Before and after results of sun damage and skin rejuvenation treatment at Dermedica Perth – Noticeable improvement in pigmentation, skin tone, and overall complexion
Before and after sun damage treatment – Significant reduction in pigmentation, fine lines, and uneven skin tone after professional skin rejuvenation at Dermedica Perth
Before and after photos showing the improvement in cheek redness and skin tone following OPL skin treatment at Dermedica Scarborough.

At Dermedica, all treatments are under the guidance of  Dr. Joanna Teh

(General and Specialist Registration – General Practice – MED0001531429) and her team of experienced Nurses and Dermal Therapists.

 

*Representative examples, individual results may vary. Some patients may require 1 or more treatments. To find out if you will achieve these results, we recommend a thorough assessment with Dr Joanna Teh and her team

Your Treating Doctor

Assessed by Dr. Joanna Teh

Dr. Teh has over 20 years of clinical experience in non-surgical cosmetic medicine (General & Specialist Registration – General Practice – MED0001531429). Every treatment plan begins with an in-person consultation to assess your skin and discuss suitable options.

Getting Started

Your Path to Consultation

Step 01

Book a Consultation

Schedule an in-person appointment with Dr. Teh or her clinical team to discuss your sun-damaged & Ageing Skin concerns in a confidential setting.

Step 02

Assessment & Discussion

Dr. Teh assesses your skin, discusses your goals and medical history, and explains the full range of options, risks, and alternatives available to you.

Step 03

Personalised Plan

If suitable, a tailored treatment plan is developed based on your individual skin condition, goals, and the depth of your concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Ultraviolet radiation penetrates the skin and breaks down collagen and elastin the fibres responsible for firmness and bounce while triggering pigment cells to produce sun spots and uneven tone.
  • This process, called photoageing, is responsible for the majority of visible skin ageing, well ahead of chronological age alone.
  • In Western Australia’s high-UV environment, photoageing tends to appear earlier and progress faster than in most parts of the world, which is why sun damage is one of the most common concerns we see at our Perth clinic.
  • Much of the visible damage can be significantly improved.
  • Laser and light-based treatments can fade sun spots and uneven pigmentation, resurfacing treatments can smooth texture and soften fine lines, and collagen-stimulating treatments can help rebuild some of the firmness UV exposure has broken down.
  • The degree of improvement depends on the depth and extent of the damage, your skin type and how your skin responds results vary between individuals, and a realistic plan for your skin is established at consultation.
  • They address overlapping but different problems at different depths.
  • IPL and light-based treatments target pigment and redness near the surface; resurfacing lasers work on texture, fine lines and deeper pigmentation; peels improve surface quality and tone.
  • The right choice depends on which components of sun damage dominate in your skin pigment, texture, redness or laxity as well as your skin type and downtime tolerance.
  • This is precisely what Dr Joanna Teh assesses at consultation before recommending a plan.
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  • This distinction genuinely matters. Sun spots are usually discrete, scattered marks on sun-exposed areas; melasma typically appears as larger, symmetrical patches on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip and is driven by hormones as well as sun.
  • The treatments differ and some light-based treatments that improve sun spots can make melasma worse.
  • If there is any doubt, a professional assessment before treatment protects you from an expensive misstep. See our melasma page for a fuller comparison.
  • It varies with the treatment and the extent of the damage. Light-based and laser treatments for pigmentation are often performed as a course of several sessions spaced weeks apart, while resurfacing and collagen-stimulating treatments build results progressively over months.
  • Sun damage accumulated over decades is rarely corrected in a single visit. After assessing your skin, Dr Joanna Teh will give you a realistic indication of the number of sessions and the timeframe involved.
  • Autumn and winter are generally ideal. Many laser and light-based treatments require strict sun avoidance afterwards, because freshly treated skin is more vulnerable to UV and pigmentation can rebound with sun exposure.
  • Perth’s lower-UV months make this much easier to manage.
  • Treatment is still possible in warmer months with disciplined sun protection, but if your concern is significant pigmentation, planning a treatment course over winter usually produces the smoothest result.
  • It is a sensible precaution, particularly for significantly sun-damaged skin.
  • Sun damage that causes cosmetic concerns is the same damage that drives skin cancer risk, and pigmented spots should be confirmed as benign before any treatment that changes their appearance.
  • As a doctor-led clinic, we assess the skin we treat and will refer you for a formal skin cancer check if anything warrants closer examination.
  • Keeping up regular skin checks with your GP or a dedicated skin cancer clinic is recommended for all Western Australians.
  • Results from treating existing damage can be long-lasting, but skin remains susceptible to new UV damage.
  • Ongoing daily sun protection broad-spectrum SPF 50+, hats and sensible sun habits is what protects your investment.
  • Many patients also choose periodic maintenance treatments to manage new pigmentation as it appears and to support collagen as ageing continues.
  • Your long-term plan, including prevention, is discussed as part of your consultation.

Proudly Serving the Greater Perth Area

Dermedica welcomes patients from Scarborough, City Beach, Trigg, Doubleview, Wembley Downs, and the greater Perth area. Treatment is available by appointment at our Scarborough clinic.

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Chest

Breakouts and post-acne marks on the chest that may appear as red spots, dark pigmentation, or uneven texture.

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Tiny red or purple veins visible on the surface of the chest, commonly resulting from sun damage or skin thinning.

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Small, red vascular bumps on the chest that are benign but may increase in number with age.

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Thin, wrinkled skin on the chest that lacks firmness and elasticity, typically due to sun exposure and ageing.

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Patchy brown or grey pigmentation on the chest, often triggered by sun exposure, hormones, or inflammation.

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Dark spots or uneven skin tone on the chest, often caused by sun exposure or ageing.

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Loose or drooping skin on the chest caused by collagen loss and decreased skin elasticity over time.

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Neck

Active breakouts or lingering scars in the neck area, which can range from red marks to deeper textural changes.

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Visible small red or purple blood vessels just under the skin, often caused by sun exposure, ageing, or skin trauma.

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Small, bright red spots caused by clusters of blood vessels, typically harmless but can become more prominent with age.

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Thin, finely wrinkled skin that resembles crepe paper, often due to collagen loss and sun damage.

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Brown or grey-brown patches on the neck caused by hormonal changes, sun exposure, or skin inflammation.

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Uneven skin tone caused by sun damage, ageing, or inflammation, leading to dark spots or patches on the neck.

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Loss of firmness and elasticity in the neck area, commonly associated with ageing and decreased collagen production.

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Chin

Breakouts around the chin are often hormonally driven and can lead to lingering scars, texture irregularities, or pigmentation.

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A flat, receding or uneven chin can subtly impact your facial balance. Restoring shape and projection in the chin area can enhance harmony, confidence, and the way you’re perceived in profile.

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Horizontal lines or deep creases across the chin often develop with age or repeated muscle movement, contributing to a tired or aged look.

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Sun exposure or post-inflammatory changes can cause dark spots, uneven skin tone, or freckles to form on the chin area.

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Do you notice persistent redness or small red veins around your chin? These may be signs of broken capillaries or spider veins — a common concern that often becomes more visible with age or sensitivity. While subtle, they can affect how you feel in photos, under makeup, or in daylight.

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Jowls/Marionette Lines

Loss of skin firmness along the jawline and lower face can lead to the appearance of jowls and deepened marionette lines, often due to aging, collagen loss, or gravity.

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Marionette lines and jowls can create a downturned expression, making the face appear sad or fatigued even when well-rested.

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Chronic sun exposure accelerates collagen breakdown, leading to premature skin aging, uneven tone, and deeper lines around the mouth and jaw.

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Double Chin

A double chin refers to the appearance of excess fat or sagging skin beneath the chin and along the jawline. It can be caused by aging, genetics, poor skin elasticity, or weight gain. This concern may lead to a softer jawline and less facial definition, even in people with a healthy weight.

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Accumulation of fat under the chin that creates a “double chin” appearance.

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Loosened or lax skin under the chin and jawline, often due to ageing or weight changes.

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Smile lines, or nasolabial folds, are the natural creases that run from the nose to the mouth. They can become more prominent over time due to ageing and facial movement.

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Jaw Slimming

Reducing lower face fullness (often from muscle or fat) to create a more contoured, V-shaped appearance

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Laxity along the jawline can cause jowls and blur the definition of the lower face.

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Treatments aim to tighten the skin and enhance jawline definition for a sculpted, youthful look.

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Rejuvenation of the jawline with a focus on skin tightening and revitalising tired or heavy-looking lower face.

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Cheeks

Inflammatory acne and lingering scars on the cheeks can impact skin texture and confidence.

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Sun-induced spots or uneven skin tone often appear prominently on the cheeks, creating a mottled or patchy appearance

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A lack of definition or volume in the cheek area may affect overall facial balance and profile.

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Hormonal pigmentation commonly affects the cheeks in symmetrical brown or greyish patches, often triggered by sun and heat.

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Loss of volume and firmness in the cheeks can lead to a drawn or aged appearance.

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Redness, flushing, and visible veins frequently affect the cheeks, especially in sensitive or rosacea-prone skin.

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Lips

Fine lines, volume loss, and dryness around the lips can develop with age, affecting lip shape and definition

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Dark patches or uneven tone may appear on or around the lips due to sun exposure, hormonal changes, or inflammation

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Breakouts around the mouth and chin can lead to inflammation and scarring, often worsened by hormonal fluctuations or mask-wearing.

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Nose

Breakouts and post-inflammatory marks commonly appear on the nose due to excess oil and clogged pores

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Small brown spots or uneven skin tone caused by sun exposure can concentrate on the bridge and tip of the nose.

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Discolouration beneath the eyes that can make the area appear shadowed or tired.

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The nose often shows enlarged pores and blackheads due to high sebaceous activity and buildup.

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Though more common on the cheeks and forehead, melasma may appear on the nose as symmetrical brown patches triggered by hormones and sun exposure.

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Eyes

Fine lines that appear around the outer corners of the eyes, often more noticeable with facial movement or smiling.

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Discolouration beneath the eyes that can make the area appear shadowed or tired.

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A heaviness or sagging appearance of the upper eyelid area, which can contribute to a more tired or aged look.

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Mild swelling or puffiness under the eyes, often associated with fluid retention or skin changes over time.

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A common concern where the eye area may appear dull, puffy, or shadowed, often giving a fatigued or less refreshed appearance.

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Visible creases or folds beneath the eyes, which may become more noticeable with age or repeated facial expressions.

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Forehead

Improve skin texture and clarity by addressing active acne and reducing the appearance of post-acne marks.

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Small, red to purple raised spots on the forehead caused by clusters of dilated blood vessels; typically harmless but can become more noticeable with age

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Smooth and refresh the appearance of forehead lines caused by repetitive movement and ageing.

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Help reduce the appearance of deep creases between the brows caused by repeated frowning or stress.

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Fade the look of sun spots, freckles, and uneven pigmentation for a more even-toned complexion.

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Support the management of hormonally triggered pigmentation with tailored skin treatments.

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Enlarged pores on the forehead are often due to excess oil, aging, or sun damage, making the skin texture appear uneven.

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Calm visible redness and reduce flare-ups with treatments designed for sensitive, redness-prone skin.

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