My derm gave me a strong (10%) hydroquinone formula to get my melasma under control and then we plan to switch to something less concentrated, but I notice that after I use it for a few weeks my face starts to look really orange. Is this common? Is it because the formula is so strong or could it be interacting with something else? I use a prescription retin-a at night also (seperate formulation) and then just an estee lauder night cream.
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Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone
Yes you can. Best timing is 30 minute before and 1-2 hours after Triluma. This will decrease skin irritation. 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...
It is difficult to counsel you without seeing before and after results. I would caution you that you need to wait about 6 months for the final results after any co2 or erbium resurfacing procedure. The first 'hit' is an epidermal ablation that is seen in a few weeks and the...
Hello, there are more effective treatments. Please see below. Melasma is a condition which requires multiple steps and treatments to effectively improve the condition consistently over time. In our office, here are steps which are effective:
-Pico lasers- The best type of laser for improving th...
