I am fully focussed on my treatment at the moment. I have stubborn melasma that didn't lift with dermalen mask. Now, my derm is putting me on hydroquinone 10% for 2 months. First, any chance this stubborn pigmentation can resolve with hydroquinone 10% + retin A 0.5%? WHat if it's dermal/deep? Derm says maintenance using dermalen cream 2-3 times a week and hydroquinone only if I notice any dark spots. I don't feel hopeful that results can be maintained like this? Please advise from your experience.Thanks
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The redness will fail gradually. The scar will not improve completely with one laser treatment.Mocroneedling can offer additional improvement done monthly with on downtime.This can be done safely within a few months.
Melasma is a very common cause of skin pigmentation. It can not be completely cured, however effective treatment are possible. This is because your skin is extremely sensitive to UV and even the smallest amount can stimulate your pigment cells to produce colour. The mainstay of treatment is...
HQ ideally should not be used as monotherapy, however in the context of your question, it should work within 6-8 weeks.Melasma can not be completely cured, however effective treatment are possible. Melasma patients have skin that is very sensitive to UV light. Even the smallest amount can...