Will a Vi Peel Get Rid of Melasma?

asked 3 years ago by Ina in Arlington, Tx
Latest answer by Channing R. Barnett, MD
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Is a VI Peel guaranteed to get rid of melasma?

5 answers to Will a Vi Peel Get Rid of Melasma?

The effects of a chemical peel are related to the depth of treatment

Melasma, or hyperpigmentation of the skin, is caused by a variety of factors, including hormones, genetics, sun exposure, scarring, and inflammatory skin conditions. In most cases, melasma is a chronic condition that can be improved, but not cured. There are many effective treatments for melasma, including topical prescription and non-prescription medications, chemical peels, laser treatments, and avoidance of the sun. Ironically, many of these same treatments that are used to treat... more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Treatments for Melasma (Hyperpigmentation of the Skin)

Melasma is a condition where the skin becomes hyperpigmented (discolored). As noted by others in their answers, there are several factors which predispose one to developing melasma including genetics, skin type, hormones, sun exposure, inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, medications (ie. birth control medication), pregnancies, and scarring. Melasma is considered a long-term (chronic) skin condition which can be very difficult to treat and impossible to cure completely.... more

Channing R. Barnett, MD
New York Dermatologist

ViPeel a great treatment, not a guaranteed cure

Nothing cures melasma in my experience. However, I recommend the ViPeel as a powerful initial way to reduce the dark areas of skin. However, this has to be combined with strict sun avoidance and often retin-a, hydroquinone, sunscreen, etc. Since we get sun no matter what we do, additional ViPeels are often necessary.

Daniel J. Ladd Jr., DO
Austin Dermatologist

Vi Peel for melasma: one option in an arsenal of many

First, there is never a "guarantee" in medicine, so you shouldn't expect anyone to guarantee to you that any procedure will get rid of your melasma. Melasma is a chronic condition which can be tamed, but not ever really "cured". You will always be prone to more hyperpigmentation, even with the smallest amount of sun exposure. Peels, including the Vi Peel, can be one effective tool for treating melasma. Photofacial (IPL) treatments are also a... more

Carmen Kavali, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Vi Peel treatment of Melasma

Melasma is dark skin discoloration that appears on sun-exposed areas of the face. There are different causes of melasma. To date, there is no cure for melasma, however, there are many treatment to improve the appearance of melasma. Vi Peel can significantly improve the appearance of melasma when combined with other modalities such as sunblock. It may require many treatments.

Stanley Okoro, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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