Melasma
A treatment for melasma you can trust.
- What is it? Specialised skincare products to improve the appearance of melasma.
- How does it work? The cosmelan® cream removes melanin deposits from your skin and stimulates the renewal of outer layers.
- How much does it cost? From €535 for a seven-month treatment plan.
If you’ve noticed dark, brown-grey patches appearing on your face, then you may be suffering from melasma.
Melasma is a common skin pigmentation problem. Although it's unlikely to lead to a more serious condition, it is unsightly and can lead to feelings of anxiety about your appearance.
At our clinic in Dublin we treat melasma using the cosmelan® depigmentation pack. It is a safe and effective melasma treatment that thousands of our patients have benefited from.
Cosmelan peels
Although there are a range of melasma treatments out there, we've found cosmelan® to be the most effective.
How it works is very simple. At your first session at our Dublin clinic, we'll apply an intensive depigmenting cream on the target area of skin. You must leave this cream on for 6-8 hours.
After that, we'll provide you with a special cosmelan® pack to apply at home. We'll let you know when, where and how to apply the products. Although you'll start to see improvements in your appearance after just 7 days, the whole treatment cycle takes 7 months.
Frequently asked questions
Although the exact causes of melasma are not fully understood, it does affect certain groups of people more than others.
For instance, it often affects people with darker skin.
It’s commonly associated with hormonal fluctuation, which is why it often occurs in women who are pregnant, taking oral contraceptives or undergoing hormone therapy.
Stress, thyroid disease and overexposure to the sun can also lead to melasma.
We firstly assess your condition at your initial consultation to make sure cosmelan® is the right solution for you.
Then, we prepare your skin for the treatment and apply the cosmelan®
cream over the affected area. You must leave this cream on for 6-8 hours.
After this, we'll provide you with a melasma treatment pack with instructions on how to continue the treatment at home. You'll need to apply the cream over a seven-month period.
After applying the cream you might experience slight stinging, burning, redness or tightness. However, these are normally temporary.
If you're pregnant, you should discuss the treatment with our trained practitioners make sure it is right for you.
In the 7 days following your first treatment, your skin will start to peel. You may also experience redness and/or tightness. However, these are temporary and can be managed by our team.
Results are progressive and will begin to show a week after starting the treatment. However, the complete treatment period is seven months, and continued homecare is a necessary part of the programme. Assuming all guidance is followed, you should see a big improvement in your condition.
A high SPF sunscreen should be used after the first session, and sun bathing is not recommended during your treatment cycle.
The cost of melasma treatment is €535 including consultation, skin analysis, your first session and your apply-at-home cosmelan® pack.
To achieve optimum results, you must apply the products at home for seven months.
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