I’m a 42 year old Asian Indian, mother of 2. I started seeing hyperpigmentation on my cheek and the corner of my lips almost 2 years ago. Is this melasma or hyperpigmentation? I have never worn sunscreen because it caused acne breakouts. Early this year I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I have been having acne breakouts too this year. I have been doing a lot of research and was wondering if Cosmelan is the right treatment option for me? I have sensitive skin. What other options do I have?
January 11, 2020
Answer: Probable melasma - Cosmelan maybe a viable option. Yes, it looks like melasma, however a more detailed examination will be needed. Cosmelan is an option, be guided by your dermatologist. I use lasers, peels, and many other METHODS to treat this condition. Now, as pointed out none of these offer a cure for melasma, however used in combination, marked improvement can be seen in over 95% of cases. Review my before and afters for a full explanation. Step 1: Mask applied in Dermatology office · Skin is cleansed and prepared. I use an acetone mix or gentle alcohol mix · In some cases I use Dermaplanning as a prep, in other cases microdermabrasion to prepare your skin · The Cosmelan1 mask will be applied. Highest concentration is worse areas · The mask must stay on between seven and twelve hours. · A home after-care kit with detailed instructions will be provided. Step 2: At Home Cosmelan routine · After the specified time, the Cosmelan mask is removed with a gentle cleanser. I prefer QV Wash or Cethaphil wash. Keep things simple · Peeling begins two to three days after the Cosmelan 1 mask application · Cosmelan 2 cream should be applied two to three times a day for 14 days · After completion of the phase 1 of Cosmelan 2 cream this cream is now titrated to be applied once a day
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January 11, 2020
Answer: Probable melasma - Cosmelan maybe a viable option. Yes, it looks like melasma, however a more detailed examination will be needed. Cosmelan is an option, be guided by your dermatologist. I use lasers, peels, and many other METHODS to treat this condition. Now, as pointed out none of these offer a cure for melasma, however used in combination, marked improvement can be seen in over 95% of cases. Review my before and afters for a full explanation. Step 1: Mask applied in Dermatology office · Skin is cleansed and prepared. I use an acetone mix or gentle alcohol mix · In some cases I use Dermaplanning as a prep, in other cases microdermabrasion to prepare your skin · The Cosmelan1 mask will be applied. Highest concentration is worse areas · The mask must stay on between seven and twelve hours. · A home after-care kit with detailed instructions will be provided. Step 2: At Home Cosmelan routine · After the specified time, the Cosmelan mask is removed with a gentle cleanser. I prefer QV Wash or Cethaphil wash. Keep things simple · Peeling begins two to three days after the Cosmelan 1 mask application · Cosmelan 2 cream should be applied two to three times a day for 14 days · After completion of the phase 1 of Cosmelan 2 cream this cream is now titrated to be applied once a day
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