Can I use Cosmelan 2 after a 3 month break?

Hi, Thanks for sharing your query. Melasma has the tendency to recur even after proper management. Cosmelan or Dermamelan mask can be repeated once in 6 months. It is always better to start the step 2 protocol after a mask for desired results . Good Luck. 

Cosmelan Mask is an exceptional peel used to treat hyperpigmentation (Melasma), as well as improve the texture and tone of the skin. Although Cosmelan does not reveal its formulation they do provide their active ingredients.
·         Retinoid Base: A Vitamin-A derivative that speeds up cell turnover to improve fine lines and stimulate collagen. 

·         Kojic Acid: Derived from fungi, Kojic acid limits melanin production allowing pigmented skin to lighten without causing irritation.

·         Phytis Acid: This is a superficial peel and natural antioxidant that prevents the formulation of damaging free radicals and melanin.

·         Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C or L-Ascorbic Acid) : A powerful antioxidant, Ascorbic Acid benefits include:

-          -Protection from UVA/UVB sun exposer

-          -Protects from environmental pollution

-          -Hydrates the skin

-          -Evening skin tone

·         Azelaic Acid: A natural antibacterial, Azelaic Acid reduces inflammation and removes dead skin cells without causing irrigation.

·         Arbutin: Extracted from the bearberry plant, Arbutin is a tyrosinase inhibiting enzyme that prevents the formulation of melanin and brightens the skin.

Two Cosmelan Masks session are done in office, 21 days apart and may be retreated annually. As maintenance we ask patients to incorporate Cosmelan 2 to their regimen until they are able to do another series.