IPL/Photofacial would work for this quite nicely. I have usually seen good success in this area with Triluma which combines a hydroquinone, a weak steroid and a Retinoid. If you have not tried that first, I would recommend that. Incidentally, a recent paper suggested that this was... more
IPL or Photofacial for upper lip pigmentation?
A couple of years ago, I noticed that the area above my upper lip was a shade darker than the rest of my face. I've been better about staying away from the sun and wear sunscreen regularly, but the area just won't fade (sometimes the darker pigment isn't as prominent). Aside from many skin lightening creams and regular facials, I've not sought any other treatment.
Just recently, I came across IPL / Photofacial treatments and am doing my research. Would this be a way for me to go or are there other alternatives? I'm getting very self-conscious about it. Thanks.
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5 Jun 2009
Tri Luma is awsome I sldo like PCA lightning gel.... Be careful using laser on darkening in on upper lipp area.... Have it looked at thru a woods light... IPL could make it much darker if it is the melasma that is deeper under the skin..And this area often is....