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What should you know about clear melasma?

How the structures involved in Melasma differ from normal
Illustration: How the structures involved in Melasma differ from normal

Short answer

Melasma is managed by reducing light exposure, calming pigment activity, and using a tailored plan because it can return when triggers persist.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Typical pattern
Flat brown or grey-brown patches, often on the face
Common aggravators
Light exposure, heat, and hormonal influences
Treatment principle
Consistent protection plus a tailored combination plan

What it means

The colour may look uneven across both sides of the face and can become more visible after sun or heat exposure. Similar-looking dark patches can have other causes, so an examination matters. Related topics include Melasma, Sun-Damaged Skin, Dark Patches On Skin, and Uneven Skin Tone.

What to do

Use daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, seek shade, and consider a hat or face covering in strong light. Keep skincare gentle and avoid picking or harsh scrubs. A dermatologist may combine prescription creams with Chemical Peel, Microneedling, Skin Brightening Treatment, or Laser Toning. Treatment choice depends on pigment depth, skin tone, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, and how reactive your skin is.

When to seek care

Arrange an assessment for a new, one-sided, rapidly changing, bleeding, crusting, painful, or persistently itchy patch. Seek review if a product or procedure causes marked burning, swelling, blistering, or darker pigment. A clinician can check whether the appearance fits melasma before treatment continues.

Questions for your doctor

Does this pattern fit melasma or another cause of pigmentation? Which protection and treatment are suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding? How will irritation or worsening pigment be handled?

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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See every listing in Abu Dhabi

Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Can melasma come back after it improves?

Yes, pigment can return when light exposure or other triggers continue. Ongoing protection is part of managing the condition.

Is a laser always needed for melasma?

No. Many plans begin with protection and topical care; procedures are considered only when appropriate for the pattern and skin response.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.