Treatments / Face & Skin Aesthetics
Melasma Treatment
A layered, patient programme for one of the most stubborn pigmentary conditions — combining topical regimens, gentle in-clinic treatment and rigorous sun protection.
Melasma Treatment
What it is
Melasma is a chronic, relapsing pigmentation usually seen on the cheeks, forehead and upper lip. We manage it rather than 'cure' it — combining prescription topicals, mild peels or low-fluence laser, and oral agents where appropriate, all underpinned by sun protection.
Who it's for
- Symmetrical brown patches on the cheeks, forehead or lip
- Pigmentation worsened by sun or hormonal change
- Patients who have tried creams without lasting success
- Those willing to commit to a season-long programme
The procedure
Treatment is staged across visits — first stabilising with topicals and sun protection, then adding gentle clinic treatments. There is no single-session fix; consistency is what works.
Recovery & aftercare
Minimal downtime from the in-clinic steps. The real work is the daily home regimen and sun discipline between visits.
Frequently asked
Can melasma be cured?+
It is managed rather than permanently cured. With the right programme most patients achieve a major, lasting reduction — but sun protection must continue.
Why not just laser it off?+
Aggressive laser often makes melasma worse. We use only gentle, low-energy settings as part of a broader, careful plan.
How long until I see change?+
Expect visible improvement over two to three months of consistent treatment.