What is the best way to get rid of melasma? (Photo)

October 9, 2023
Asked By:anne.anne77 in Brașov, Județul Brașov, Romania

I have these melasma areas under my eyes and above the lip. They became visible after 6 Sylfirm X procedures I had for acne scars that ended Nov 2022. I have some remaining acne scars in one cheek.  Will Co2 help or is Pico or other laser better? I also had taken progesterone treatment. The melasma is not well defined in shape, it is diffused. I am wearing spf 50+ for years now, all year long, and reapply correctly. Also I have some small hiperpigmented spots from acne on my cheeks.

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Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
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January 30, 2024

Answer: CO2 can help resurface the skin and improve appearance. Melasma can also be treated by doing a Cosmelan peel.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 30, 2024

Answer: CO2 can help resurface the skin and improve appearance. Melasma can also be treated by doing a Cosmelan peel.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 12, 2023

Answer: Combination Pico/CO2 lasers

Anil R. Shah, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 12, 2023

Answer: Combination Pico/CO2 lasers

Anil R. Shah, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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