Melasma is a form of hyperpigmentation that appears as patches of brown or gray-brown discoloration, usually on the cheeks, forehead, upper lip, or jawline. It’s commonly associated with hormonal changes such as pregnancy, birth control use, or thyroid dysfunction. Unlike sun spots, melasma tends to be deeper and more difficult to treat. However, with the right tools and guidance, it can be significantly improved and managed.
Supports skin renewal and collagen production and may be used as an adjunct to a comprehensive melasma treatment plan.”
That’s cleaner and medically more defensible.
Supports hydration and skin barrier health while incorporating brightening ingredients to help improve the appearance of uneven tone.”
HydraFacial can be a nice supportive treatment, but I wouldn’t present it as a major melanogenesis treatment.
IPL Photofacial — Used only in carefully selected patients. Because heat and light-based treatments can trigger or worsen melasma, IPL is considered on a case-by-case basis after evaluating skin type, melasma activity, treatment history, and pigment-suppression regimen.
CO₂ CoolPeel Laser — May be considered in carefully selected patients to improve texture, photoaging, and uneven tone. Because laser resurfacing can aggravate melasma in some patients, candidacy and treatment settings are individualized.
Personalized skin care with pigment inhibitors, chemical peels, microneedling with PRP or stem cells, and brightening Hydrafacials are among the most effective options for managing melasma.
Melasma can’t be permanently cured, but it can be significantly improved and managed long-term with proper treatment and sun protection.
Some lasers can worsen melasma, which is why we use options like CoolPeel or IPL Photofacial only with caution and on a case-by-case basis.
Most patients begin to see visible improvement within four to eight weeks, with continued progress over time.
Yes. Medical-grade skincare and consistent sun and visible-light protection are foundational to melasma management and may significantly improve the condition. In-office treatments may be added for appropriate patients when additional improvement is desired.