Treatment for Melasma:

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Women cherish their skin. It is one of their pride and glory aside from their hair and body. When the skin is discolored, this can cause decrease in self-esteem and self-confidence. Melasma is one such condition that causes skin discoloration. This condition affects mostly women and is characterized as dark facial skin with irregular borders. Different factors can cause the development of melasma such as hormonal activity and even sun exposure. There are many ways to treat melasma, one of the best is through laser treatment.

IPL Laser Treatment for Melasma

• With IPL treatment for melasma hand-held laser is passed over the skin affected with melasma. This targets the melanin. The light energy emitted by the laser heats the melanin cells and destroys it.

• Before enrolling for treatment, it is imperative that patients consult their doctors first to know their type and recommended treatment.

• Cost of laser treatment for melasma can be quite expensive depending on several factors. These factors include but are not limited to: geographic location, physician’s fee, facility use, extent of melasma, type of melasma, and type of laser treatment.