I actually got the melasma from someone doing fraxel and clear & brilliant twice on me and now I am trying to unfortunately back pedal. I am so depressed about it.
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March 14, 2018
Answer: Can I have Cosmelan on slightly darker skin?
Hyperpigmentation needs skin care and lasers for long term improvement as well as sun protection. you can do the cosmelan over and over. Best, Dr.Emer.
It seems like every practitioner has a different approach when it comes to applying Cosmelan 2.
I used to recommend that you use the Cosmelan 2 about 4-7 days after Cosmelan 1 or when the flaking had stopped. However, I recently had an updated training session with the...
Yes, it is very common to experience more peeling after staring Cosmelan 2 maintenance cream. The perioral area around nose and mouth are areas where we commonly see this happening. I instruct my patients to avoid this areas until irritation is better, normally a couple of days.The patient...
