Melasma

Alongside medical treatment, a range of in-clinic cosmetic treatments can help improve melasma, available at Skindepth Cosmetic, our dedicated cosmetic clinic:

• Chemical peels — including peels containing salicylic, lactic, or pyruvic acid, and combination peels formulated specifically for pigmentation, which can help lift stubborn or deeper pigment
• Laser toning — a series of low-energy laser passes designed to gently target deeper pigment over time
• Vascular laser treatment — addressing the underlying blood vessel activity that contributes to melasma, often used alongside pigment-focused treatments

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Melasma develops from a combination of factors:

• Hormonal changes — including pregnancy (sometimes called the "mask of pregnancy"), the contraceptive pill, hormone replacement therapy, and menopause
• UV and visible light exposure — the primary trigger and the reason melasma so often worsens with sun exposure, even from everyday incidental exposure through windows or on overcast days
• Heat and inflammation — which can worsen melasma independently of light exposure
• Genetics — a family history of melasma increases the likelihood of developing it

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Melasma requires a careful, expert approach to cosmetic treatment: pigmentation conditions can worsen with laser and energy-based treatments if the wrong technique or settings are used, which is why treatment planning and selection between peels and laser should always be guided by an experienced practitioner rather than approached as a generic pigmentation treatment. Your dermatologist can advise whether cosmetic treatment is appropriate for your melasma and refer you to Skindepth Cosmetic for the right in-clinic approach alongside your medical treatment plan.