I had melasma from unprotected sun exposure while using obagi for acne. then lately more melasma due to use of laser hair removal treatment on the upper lip. I am currently using a strong hydroquinone 10% cream to fade away the pigment. I have noticed that I never got internal melasma. There was always an external trigger. Should i be hopeful that if I stop all triggers, and never allow my face be inflamed again, I can keep melasma at bay ?
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Answer: Melasma and Sun Spots -- Best Treamtent Is Clear + Brilliant / Fraxel 1927 with Microneedling PRP, Pro Yellow is Useful
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
The retinoid in TRILUMA is the problem, more so than the HQ, only a vvvvvvv small amount of a vvvvv low concentration of retinoid is in Triluma - unlike Accutane. So I would not worry. Stop your topicals. In pregnancy the safe methods of treating melasma include glycolic or AHA peels, as well ...
Good afternoon and thank you for your question! I would suggest waiting until the wound is completely healed before you go swimming in the pool. It is best to consult the physician that performed the treatment on you. Best of luck! For more information please feel free to visit our website!