Melasma is one of the pigmentation irregularities, a type of hyperpigmentation characterised
by brown or grey macules/patches on the face. It is not a major health issue, but an
aesthetic concern that can be an emotional distress.
If you or your loved one has melasma, you probably would have many questions in mind
regarding it and melasma treatment in Indore.
This post provides expert answers to 11 questions on melasma and its treatment, most
frequently asked to Dr. Harshita Kothari : Best Dermatologist in Indore, practising at
Skinpuritys Dermatology & Aesthetics. Continue reading
to learn more about melasma.
1. What facial treatments are best for melasma?
Regular facials performed by skin doctor in Indore at Skinpuritys Dermatology & Aesthetics,
that can help improve the overall health and appearance
of the skin as well as fade out melasma. However, chemical peeling with Cosmelan peel is the
best facial treatment for melasma. The Cosmelan peels are made up of retinoic acid, azelaic
acid, phytic acid, kojic acid, arbutin,
and ascorbic acid.
2. How do dermatologists remove melasma?
The most common dermatologist-recommended treatments proven to be effective for
melasma removal include skin-lightening topicals containing hydroquinone, niacinamide,
azelaic acid, kojic acid, cysteamine, tranexamic acid,
and rucinol; chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and laser therapy. To know which melasma
treatment option you will receive from a dermatologist, schedule a consultation with a
pigmentation doctor in Indore, Dr. Harshita Kothari
and first get your skin assessed thoroughly.
3. What is the root cause of melasma?
Melasma can be caused by both internal and external factors. The major causes are
frequent overexposure of the skin to the sun’s UV radiation or infrared radiation and
the hormones. Those who have increased levels
of estro-gen, progest-erone, or melanocyte-stimulating hormones have been observed to
develop melasma. Family history or genetics can also be the culprit for melasma
occurrence.
4. Which vitamin deficiency causes melasma on the face?
As per some research studies, Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause melasma on the face. It
is suggested that this vitamin deficiency can reduce the intracellular reduction potential
that results in the oxidation of the reduced
glutathione and a decline in the GSH/GSSG ratio. This further stimulates the epidermal
melanocytes to produce extra melanin.
5. What food is bad for melasma?
A poor diet can be a significant contributor to the melasma appearance on the skin.
Some foods can trigger or worsen melasma and must be avoided. The foods studied to be bad
for melasma include copper-containing foods (such
as nuts, whole grains, shellfish and oysters, organ meats, and potatoes), high glycaemic
index foods (such as refined carbohydrates and sugar-loaded foods), soy-based products (such
as tofu, soy protein isolates, and soy milk),
and dairy products (particularly skim milk).
6. Does melasma go away with treatment?
Melasma is difficult to treat. For some people, melasma tends to be a temporary
concern and resolves on its own with sun protection while for others it may be permanent and
require treatment. Melasma-affected people may
respond to the treatment for melasma within a few months. But there is no particular
treatment for melasma that will make melasma automatically disappear, which means removing
the melanin pigment from the skin. Some preventive
measures when followed with dermatologist-recommended treatment might make melasma
disappear.
7. What is the fastest approach to treating melasma?
Although melasma is treatable at home, the best and quickest solution to get rid of
melasma on the face is typically through treatments suggested by a dermatologist. A
dermatologist often uses products containing hydroquinone,
corticosteroids, and/or tretinoin as the first line of treatment for melasma or prescribes
kojic acid and azelaic acid-containing topicals. In case, the topical medications fail to
work, the dermatologist may recommend these
best ways to treat melasma: chemical peel, microdermabrasion, or LED light/laser therapy,
and cosmelan peel.
8. Does Cosmelan remove all pigmentation?
Cosmelan is a unique chemical peel capable of addressing all kinds of
hyperpigmentation quickly and effectively. It is made of a powerful combination of acids
that works to lighten, brighten, and unify the complexion of
individuals of any skin type and tone. It contains the depigmentation agents that work to
inhibit the Tyros-inase enzyme which has a role in stimulating melanocytes to produce
melanin. The most challenging form of hyperpigmentation
is melasma often triggered by pregnancy or hormonal changes.
Cosmelan face peel for pigmentation removal in Indore provides impressive results for
melasma, even for dark-skinned people.
It can safely remove any kind of unwanted pigmentation like post-inflammatory
hyperpigmentation, freckles, brown marks, sun spots, and melasma in people belonging to any
ethnic group.
9. Is laser effective for safe pigmentation removal?
Lasers are effective in treating different forms of hyperpigmentation but come with
some side effects. If one opts for laser pigmentation removal in Indore, one can expect to
experience side effects such as skin redness,
slight swelling of the treated area, and mild to moderate skin irritation, similar to the
feeling of having a mild sunburn.
Lasers are usually not safe for hormonal pigmentation- melasma or chloasma treatment.
It may make this kind of pigmentation even worse. Especially dark-skinned people, when
treated for melasma with a laser, may have
a greater chance of developing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Rarely, laser skin resurfacing can cause serious side effects such as burning,
scarring, or changes in pigmentation of the skin.
10. Is Cosmelan safe for dark skin?
Yes, cosmelan pigmentation treatment has proven to be 100% safe and effective in
reducing unwanted pigmentation by approximately 95% in people with any skin type and tone,
including the darkest skin tones.
11. How do I take care of myself while living with melasma?
You must follow some preventive measures to avoid worsening of your melasma and
continue with the treatment and management advice given by your dermatologist. You must
avoid exposing your face to direct sunlight for a long
period and even limit the use of screens emitting radiations like LED screen television,
computer/laptop, and mobile phones.
If you are thinking of getting contraception, choose the method of birth control that
does not involve hormones. Do not take birth control pills. If having melasma or don’t
want it to develop, you must not apply
make-up or other cosmetics that irritate the skin, have medications that impact melasma, use
scented soaps, do waxing, or use tanning beds. Moreover, you must ensure that you are
receiving the right treatment for your condition
by consulting dermatologist, Dr. Harshita Kothari , at Skinpuritys Dermatology &
Aesthetics, Best Skin
Clinic in Indore who will confirm the diagnosis.
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