Would Benoquin work for melasma?

Question

I know that benoquin is used in vitaligo cases to depigment. However, I suffer from melasma and would rather be totally white in the area versus gray. I know benoquin is not a melasma treatment, but could using it accomplish total depigmentation? Would it depigment dermal melasma?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Greetings, see below for treatments. Melasma is a condition which requires multiple steps and treatments to effectively improve the condition consistently over time.  In our office, here are steps which are effective:
-Pico lasers- The best type of laser for improving the condition.  Please not it takes multiple steps to improve melasma safely
-Nd:YAG Nano lasers with toning- Here a laser is used for deeply resistant melasma to break up particles without generating excessive heat
-Melanage peels- A variety of peels can work and melanage is one of the best for melasma
-Skin topicals- A variety of products including use of lighteners (we prefer natural lighteners such as arubtase found in our product Luminoso) as well as sunscreens can help improve the condition
-Lifestyle choices-Avoiding the sun, hormonal changes (we have a hormone expert in Dr. Chughtai in our office) can all impact melasma.
While melasma is common, patients must understand a multi pronged approach is often the best strategy and controlling this condition.
Best, 
Anil Shah MD

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office specializes in melasma treatments. I would consider a combination of Melarase creams, light chemical peels, and Clear and Brilliant laser for melasma. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Would Benoquin work for melasma?

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