Melasma is a chronic pigmentation condition that often appears as brown or gray-brown patches on the cheeks, forehead, upper lip, or chin. Hormonal changes, genetics, sun exposure, heat, vascular activity, and inflammation can all influence how it develops and why it returns.
At PUR Skin Clinic, melasma treatment begins with a detailed skin evaluation. Your provider may recommend MOXI® Laser, HALO® Laser Resurfacing, medical-grade skincare, pigment-suppressing products, strict sun protection, or a carefully timed combination plan.
Melasma usually requires steady management rather than a one-time procedure. The goal is to improve visible discoloration while protecting the skin from irritation and rebound pigmentation.
Melasma responds best to care based on pigment depth, skin type, known triggers, and previous treatment history. By adjusting each part of the plan to your skin, PUR Skin Clinic can pursue gradual improvement while limiting unnecessary heat and inflammation.
Melasma most often affects the face in symmetrical patterns, although discoloration can also appear on other sun-exposed skin. A consultation is necessary because similar-looking pigment can have a different cause and require a different treatment.
Melasma care starts with a comprehensive consultation and may include several coordinated treatments. Improvement is gradual, and maintenance is usually part of the plan because heat, light, hormonal changes, and inflammation can reactivate pigment.
Treatment Process:
Melasma is considered a chronic condition. Treatment can reduce visible discoloration and keep it under better control, but hormonal shifts, sun exposure, heat, or inflammation may cause it to return. Maintenance matters.
Heat and inflammation can worsen melasma in some patients. Careful patient selection, conservative settings, skin preparation, and follow-up care are necessary before using HALO®, MOXI®, or another energy-based treatment. The plan should be conservative.
The number of sessions depends on the severity and depth of the pigment, your skin’s response, and the treatments in your plan. Many patients need a series of treatments followed by ongoing maintenance. Progress is reviewed between visits.
Ultraviolet and visible light can stimulate pigment production and reactivate melasma. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, protective clothing, hats, and shade help reduce that exposure and preserve treatment progress. Consistency matters every day.
Yes. Medical-grade skincare is often used before, between, and after laser sessions to manage pigment and support long-term control. Use only the products and schedule recommended by your provider, especially around treatment dates.
Recovery depends on the treatment selected. MOXI® commonly causes redness and a rough texture for several days, while HALO® may involve more redness, swelling, bronzing, and social downtime before fresh skin is revealed.
Ready for a plan built around your skin and pigment pattern? Schedule a consultation at PUR Skin Clinic to discuss your triggers, treatment options, pretreatment skincare, and long-term maintenance strategy.
