Does laser hair removal of the upper lip lighten the area as well?

Hi, Quite difficult to answer your question without formal evaluation. But there are multiple options like Radiofrequency, thread lifts and facelifts which you could rely on to reduce or to tighten the skin . And laser hair reduction does not tighten the skin. Meet a board certified plastic surgeon. 

Hello, generally the laser that would be used to remove hair and the laser that would be used to lighten hyperpigmentation are two different lasers. An IPL would not be best suited for hair removal but works well to lighten pigmentation as well as the picoway resolve laser. Alexandrite lasers can remove pigmentation as well as hair however the settings for each are different. It would be best to treat these two issues separately.

Hello there,
      There are many options out there that can help to lighten pigmentation on the upper lip. Broad Band Light/Halo are fantastic for evening out the pigment of the skin. Microneedling, as well as topical skin lighteners are also great. Lastly, skincare such as Retinol/sunscreen/peels will soften pigmentation slightly, as well as prevent pigment from getting darker with sun exposure. Melasma is a condition with various causes that often is found on the upper lip. This condition can be very difficult to treat, and is mostly chronic. Some of the above treatments can still be utilized to treat this condition, but caution must be taken to avoid rebound pigmentation. I would recommend discussing your concerns with a medical professional. Good luck!
-Sarah RN BSN