Melasma Treatment: Q&A
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How to Get Rid of Melasma on Face?
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Combination of chemical peels and Prescription Rx great for Melasma
Melasma can be a very frustrating problem to deal. The most important step in combating Melasma is sunscreen. Wearing a daily sunscreen with SPF 30 is crucial even on overcast days. When outdoors for sporting events, beach or pool, reapplying sunscreen every two hours is key. At our office, we have found that the best treatment for Melasma is using a combination of chemical peels and prescription strength beaching creams. Remember that not all chemical peels are...
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Fort Myers Dermatologist
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Melasma causes and treatments - Melarase creams for skin lightening with melasma
I regularly write and lecture about melasma. The condition is caused by a combination of genetics, hormone exposure, sun, and inflammation. Once the condition sets in, it is difficult to 'cure.'
I recommend the Melarase creams for melasma, as I have seen clinical improvement in my patient base.
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RE: How to Get Rid of Melasma On The Face
Melasma is caused by a genetic predisposition. This is where the skin releases high amounts of melanin in response to hormonal fluctuations. And the effects are compounded by sun exposure. This is because melanin is a pigment that not only colors your skin, but also protects it from UV rays.
Unwanted pigmentation can be addressed through Fraxel Dual or the Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser
This energy can reach below the skin’s surface to break up cells that are producing the...
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There are several treatment options for you!
The first step in addressing this annoying problem would be to make an appointment with a physcian familiar with treating this condition. The questions they ask and exam they perform can be integral to designing a treatment plan tailored for your particular problem. Treatment options might include topical skin bleaching creams, chemical peels, microdermabrasion or laser therapy. In my practice, we've obtained amazing results with the 1927nm Thulium laser. Regardless of the treatment plan,...
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Hinsdale Dermatologist
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Challenge of treating melasma and pigmentation on face
Melasma and facial pigmentation are the most challenging skin conditions for dermatologist to treat. We need to start with strict daily sun protection, minimize any exogenous estrogen, adhere to gentle cleansing routine, and start a skin care routine and/or laser treatment that are appropriate for one's skin type under supervision of a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist. Even though IPL/photofacial laser treatment can be helpful in some cases, it can often worsen melasma. In my opinion,...
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Melasma Treatment Options
Sun protection/avoidance is absolutely necessary in any treatment protocol for melasma. UV rays elicit the hyperpigmentation so no matter what method is used to lighten the melasma, it can recur with one day in the sun or a tanning bed. Also, some patients are genetically prone to developing melasma whereas others manifest it because of pregnancy or taking a medicine that induces it such as oral contraceptives. Topical agents such as hydroquinone or retinoids can lighten...
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