Do You Suffer From Melasma? 

Melasma appears as abnormal patches of brown pigmentation on the face and is most common in women around the ages of 20-40.

How Can I Treat It?

Melasma is often chronic and can be very difficult to treat. It requires expert care.

Basic first line measures whilst awaiting your dermatology appointment include:

1. Complete year-round sun protection:
Shade
Hat
Sunscreen – (with tint or foundation over the top)

2. Stop exogenous hormones if possible (e.g.: oral contraceptive pill, HRT)

3. Stop fragranced cosmetics and skin care

4. Avoid irritation of the skin

EXAMPLES OF SUITABLE SUNSCREENS

Tinted Invisible Zinc SPF 50

Sunsense sensitive

Neutrogena Sheer Zinc

ABOVE: One of our patients before and after melasma treatment.

If you’d like to learn more or are considering treatment, please call the clinic.