How to Treat MELASMA | Tips from a Dermatologist #Shorts

There is no single treatment that is effective for melasma.

👉🏻Topical hydroquinone is still considered the most effective. Followed by topical retinoids, and 15-20% azelaic acid. Improvements are even better when these are combined.

👉🏻Newer treatments including Cysteamine and topical and oral tranexamic acid show promising results.
👉🏻Other ingredients such as kojic acid, arbutin, licorice, vitamin C, AHA, niacinamide can also be helpful.

👉🏻Therapy is often best when combined with procedures such as chemical peels, microneedling, and certain laser/light treatments, although rebound is common

👉🏻Photoprotection remains most important-Sunscreen, sun protective hats/clothing and oral polypodium leucotomos supplements

👉🏻We always recommend seeing a dermatologist for personalized treatment.

✨However, for those we are not able to see a derm, stay tuned for part 3, we will share few of our favorite drugstore treatment products!

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