Melasma

Melasma is symmetrical brown pigment, often on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip. Heat, sun and hormonal change all get named as triggers, which is why it is so common in humid cities and so quick to return after a clinic visit.

Pico laser and laser toning are the two treatments tagged here. They are not a guaranteed pair, and aggressive settings can make pigment darker. The melasma roadmap is the longer version: sunscreen and a maintenance plan matter as much as the device.

Compare a session price with a course price, and ask what happens if the patches darken after treatment.

This is general information, not a medical recommendation. A registered doctor should decide whether a treatment is suitable for you.