Dermamelan treatment (Melasma)

Melasma is an acquired pigmentation disorder experienced more often by women. It occurs on the photo-exposed body parts, mostly on the face and neck, and more rarely on the décolleté and arms.

The main risk factor is UV radiation followed by pregnancy and taking oral contraceptives.

The changes are characterized by brownish, sharply limited patches that may appear on the face in two forms: the central facial type where changes are present in the central part of the face, and the peripheral type where changes emerge on the lateral areas of the cheeks, along the edges of the mandible, and sides of the forehead. Certain patients may have a combination of both types of melasma. Melasma is most commonly present and exacerbated in spring and summer with sun exposure, while changes can withdraw slightly during winter.

Treating melasma is frustrating both for the patient and the physician. The disorder retracts spontaneously in only 6% of patients. The remaining patients require treatment to cure their skin changes. The treatment can be combined with other local or systemic therapies and esthetic treatments. Regardless of which treatment you choose, it is necessary to strictly avoid UV radiation, with the mandatory use of protective sunscreen (SPF 50+).

Dermamelan is a unique depigmentation treatment with a dual short-term and long-term depigmentation effect. It is the only treatment that works on all phases of hyperpigmentation formation - it effectively eliminates the existing hyperpigmentation but also prevents re-emergence on the same spot, and the occurrence of new pigmentation.

First, it is necessary to perform a dermatological examination that includes a clinical examination, calculation of MASI scores, and a WOOD lamp scan (blue light).

Before the main treatment, it is advised to undergo a chemical peel with mandelic or kojic acid to remove dead skin cells and stabilize melanocyte activity.

The main treatment consists of a mask that is applied in a dermatologist's office. The length of time the mask is kept on the face is determined by the dermatologist based on the characteristics of the skin. The Dermamelan mask breaks down the existing melanin and removes hyperpigmentation. After removing the mask, the depigmentation process is continued at home with the use of Dermamelan treatment cream. The use of the cream is mandatory as it controls the formation of new melanin and thus prevents the re-emergence of hyperpigmentation.

An SPF 50+ protective sunscreen must be used daily for the entire duration of the treatment.