Is Fraxel Laser Effective for Melasma?

I am considering having Fraxel Laser done to remove my melasma. Has anyone had it done and seen positive results. I would be very grateful for some adive on this topic.

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Elly

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It is an option

Fraxel Restore is definitely effective, as are some peels, but the recurence rate for melasma, no matter the treatment, can be high. A good pre- and post-treatment protocol is essential. Sunscreens, vitamin C daytime and retinoids and hydroquinone nightly are essential. Sun avoidance, hats are all part of the protocol.

Fraxel for Melasma

Hi Elly J, Fraxel re:store is FDA approved for the treatment of melasma. Many of us who have used this non-ablative laser technology since it's inception about 4 years ago are now using peels (Cosmolan,Melanage`) as a first treatment of choice. About 75% of patients with melasma respond well to Fraxel re:store, but with sun exposure there is a very high recurrence rate. One has to religiously avoid sun exposure with melasma. We are now treating lower percentages of skin each... more