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Melasma Treatment

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What Is Melasma?

Melasma is a common skin condition characterized by patches of skin becoming darker than your natural skin tone. These spots can vary in size, shape, and color and can be induced by hormonal changes such as during pregnancy or initiation of birth control pills. However, many people may develop symptoms outside of pregnancy due to causes like genetics, UV radiation, certain medications, and more. While melasma can be alarming to experience, a few things to remember include:

  • It is not a type of cancer, nor is it contagious or dangerous to your health.

  • Effective treatments exist to help restore your skin tone.

  • Melasma is asymptomatic.

Dermatologist-Approved Melasma Treatment

Melasma is not a threat to your physical health, but treating it can improve lifestyle and self-esteem. Symptoms most commonly appear in highly visible areas, such as the cheeks, forehead, lips, and chin. Unlike other skin conditions, there is no associated itchiness, pain, or dryness. However, these cosmetic changes can still impact a patient’s self-confidence and how they feel about their appearance. Our safe and effective treatment options allow you to restore your skin and feel back to your usual self, free from the effects of melasma.

Our Melasma Treatment Options

Sun Protection
UV radiation can worsen melasma. We will recommend a sunscreen to wear throughout the day.

Topical Medication
Dr. Aivaz can prescribe one of several medications that can be applied directly to the skin. The active ingredients vary, though they all work via different mechanisms to even out skin tone.

Chemical Peel
The perfect peel and the melanage peel in particular are extremely effective for stubborn pigmentation issues, including melasma.

Microneedling
Creates micropunctures in the skin to encourage your skin’s natural regenerative abilities, which evens out skin tone.

Which Melasma Treatment Is Right for Me?

Your melasma treatment plan will be tailored to your needs and based on individual skin traits. There is no one-size-fits-all approach with any skin condition, so Dr. Aivaz takes a dynamic approach. Many patients may see improvements with topical treatments alone. Others may require a combination of therapies to restore an even skin tone. Therefore, working with a board-certified dermatologist is essential to seeing results as quickly as possible. Dr. Aivaz develops your treatment plan by looking at factors such as

  • Causes and triggers of your symptoms

  • Full medical history

  • Previous treatment results

  • Your treatment goals and budget

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Before (Left) | After (Right)

Melasma Treatment: At a Glance

Treatment Type: Dermatological, medication, lifestyle considerations, chemical peel

Best Option: Varies, often a combination

Treatment Efficacy: Highly effective when working with a board-certified dermatologist

Results Duration: Variable, depending on individual factors

After Your Treatment: Seeing Results

The majority of patients will see improvements in their skin tone. Dr. Aivaz’s experience as a board-certified dermatologist allows her to effectively match patients with treatments that bring about notable results. However, no treatment results are instant, so it will be essential to follow your treatment regimen, whether that means routine application of creams at home or visits to our office for treatments.

What to Know About Results

  • Duration of results can depend on health, genetics, lifestyle factors, and future pregnancies.

  • Continued maintenance is typically beneficial (avoiding excess UV exposure, applying recommended topical creams)

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Book Your Consultation

Begin working with a board-certified dermatologist today for personalized melasma treatment in Beverly Hills. Schedule your initial consultation over the phone or by using the form on our website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Melasma is a common skin condition causing brown or gray-brown patches, most often on the face. It is triggered by sun exposure, hormonal changes such as pregnancy or birth control, and genetics.

  • Melasma can be effectively managed and significantly improved but it can recur with sun exposure or hormonal changes. Dr. Aivaz focuses on long-term management strategies alongside active treatment.

  • Dr. Aivaz uses the Perfect Peel, laser therapy, microneedling and prescription-strength topicals tailored to your skin tone. Combining modalities gives the most reliable results for this stubborn condition.

  • Yes, with the right approach. Dr. Aivaz has expertise in treating melasma across all skin tones and selects treatments that are safe and effective for deeper complexions without causing further pigmentation.

  • Most patients see noticeable improvement within four to eight weeks of starting treatment. Ongoing maintenance and daily broad-spectrum SPF 50 are essential to sustaining results.

  • Melasma can return with sun exposure or hormonal changes. Dr. Aivaz creates a maintenance plan including sun protection protocols and follow-up treatments to help keep it under control.

Location

400 South Beverly Drive Suite 380
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Hours

Monday — Friday
9am — 5pm

Contact

(424) 285-0999