What is good for melasma?

Melasma causes flat brown or grey-brown patches, often on the cheeks, forehead, nose, or upper lip. It can be influenced by sunlight, visible light, hormonal changes, and heat. Dark Patches On Skin and Uneven Skin Tone have several possible causes, so a clinician may examine the pattern before recommending treatment. Melasma can fade and return, even after improvement.

Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and reapply as directed, especially outdoors; a tinted product may help reduce visible-light exposure. Wear a hat and seek shade. Keep cleansing and moisturising gentle, and avoid picking or harsh scrubs. A clinician may discuss Skin Brightening Treatment, Chemical Peel, Microneedling, or Laser Toning. These procedures need careful selection because irritation can deepen pigmentation in some skin tones.

Book an assessment when facial pigmentation is new, changing, itchy, scaly, bleeding, or confined to one unusual spot. Seek review if patches spread quickly or if a product causes burning, swelling, or blistering. A dermatologist can distinguish melasma from other Sun-Damaged Skin or pigment conditions and adjust care when pregnancy, breastfeeding, or medication changes are relevant.

Ask whether the pattern is consistent with melasma, which sunscreen and active ingredients suit your skin, how to prepare for a procedure, and what signs mean you should stop a product. Discuss pregnancy plans, previous reactions, and your preferred pace of improvement.