Pigmentation Treatment

For millennia people have adorned, decorated and disguised their skin. The reasons are varied - to enhance appearance, as a sign of rank in society, for ceremonial and religious purposes, or to conceal part or all of the face.

Pigment changes, especially dark pigmentation of parts of the face is a common problem in many people and fortunately most of these pigmented spots can be reduced or removed by a wide array of treatments at our disposal.

Common pigmentation disorders in Asia include solar lentigines and freckles, melasma and dyschromia of photoaging.

Depending on the type of pigmentation, you may be require application of creams, Laser treatment, Iontophoresis, or a combination of several of these methods to achieve a full effect.

Melasma FAQ

 What is Melasma?

Melasma is the presence of brown or grayish brown patches, usually on both sides of the face, especially on the cheeks, upper lip, nose, forehead or chin. This is caused by an excessive production of melanin, the pigment that causes skin to tan. Melasma can be mild, moderate or severe depending on how much of your face is affected and how intense the pigmentation appears.

 Who gets Melasma and why?

Melasma is a common skin condition that occurs predominantly in women. Men rarely develop melasma. Although anyone can have melasma, it is more common in people with light brown skin. Experts believe the pigmentation is caused by normal hormonal changes that occur when a woman begins taking birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy or during the second or third trimester of pregnancy. Melasma is sometimes called the "mask of pregnancy" because of its visual appearance during pregnancy. Sun exposure is also a triggering factor.

 What treatments are available for Melasma?

Fortunately, you don't have to live with melasma forever. Your doctor will be able to help you chose the best treatment combination. GALDERMA has recently come up a new prescription treatment that can lighten moderate to severe melasma quickly and effectively. This treatment combines 3 active ingredients in an easy-to-use cream that is applied only once a day.