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Generally we recommend to wait until after breastfeeding for most cosmetic procedures however, this is done at your own risk. Best, Dr. Emer.
We do not recommend cosmelan while breastfeeding . There is a possibility of harm to infant. Best to wait till finished with breastfeeding.
No one has studied this and no one will study this. There is very little chance that something applied topically to your skin would affect your breastfed baby. However, would you want to risk it? That's the ultimate question."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
Hi there, To answer your question it is best to have the second application of Cosmelan 1 applied 4 to 6 weeks after the first application. This really gives you the best results! Also keep in mind that the Cosmelan 2 is to be used 3 days after to help treat any remaining spots. Best of lu...
Hi Mindy. Melasma needs a combination approach to get the best improvement and will need a series of treatments. In our practice, we combine Clear + Brilliant, peels like Cosmelan, microneedling/PRP, Aerolase, and sometimes Erbium (Cool Laser) to get the best results. See an expert for a formal...
You need to wait at least till the peeling stops. Better still wait a week or two after your second treatment.
Really hard to say without knowing your skin type, skin condition, background history, including any sensitivies - skin allergies, level of photo protection and baseline as well as current photographic documentation etc.. If you are under the guidance of a dermatologist, please contact them- C...
You do need to speak to your guiding dermatologist as they have specific protocols depending on your skin type and skin sensitivities. Cosmelan 2 is cosmetically elegant, you should not have difficulties washing this off if your skin barrier is intact. Try some QV wash or Cetaphil wash in...
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