The areas where there is a lot of melasma didn't peel much. I want to redo the Cosmelan Mask 1 before winter ends, its been 8 weeks since first treatment and I am still doing Cosmelan 2. Does there need to be a break in between treatments as the skin might have become used to the product? Or, will my skin become too sensitive?
Answers (1)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
The side effects from a Cosmelan peel include redness, skin irritation and tightness. While scarring is possible, this side effect is minimized when the peel is applied by a professional. It is also imperative that skin be protected from the sun. Please see an expert for an evaluation. Best, Dr....
Congratulations on your cosmelan peel. You can expect to be red ir dark pink the day after the mask. When you start applying the cosmelan 2 you will continue to be pink. In our offices protocol, we apply cosmelan 2 three times a day for the first week and then twice a day for the second week and...
Cosmelan is one of the many products used to treat Melasma. It’s a mask that is applied in the Dr’s office twice. Once when the treatment is initiated and one more time 3 weeks later. In between and beyond a home topical regimen is given to the patient to apply daily. It is an effective tre...
