Is laser melasma treatment really effective as rumored?

Melasma is a fairly common skin hyperpigmentation disorder. This condition is completely benign and does not affect health, so it does not require treatment. However, pigment spots make the skin look less aesthetic, so the need for removal is relatively high. Using laser to remove melasma is a choice that many customers choose. So is laser melasma treatment really effective and safe? Let's listen to the opinions of SignsSymptomsList experts !

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• 1. Is laser treatment effective for melasma?
• 2. Is laser melasma treatment safe?
• 3. Skin care after laser melasma treatment

1. Is laser treatment effective for melasma?

The causes of melasma are complex and still unknown. Therefore, to treat melasma effectively, we need to combine many methods together such as:

• Avoid the sun
• Using medicine, whitening cream
• Combination of cosmetic methods (laser, peel ...)
• Reasonable living habits

The laser method is researched and proven to have a certain effect on removing melasma. The emitted laser will destroy the pigment particles into tiny particles. Then the body will slowly excrete it out according to a natural mechanism that is very limited to leaving damage on the surface of the skin. The result is pigment spots fading, skin looking brighter and more even.

However, it should be noted that laser is not the first choice when starting to treat melasma. Using whitening creams and avoiding the sun is still the first choice. In addition, lasers only help to remove pigment gradually, meaning it has to be done many times. Unlike the ads that help clear melasma in just "one time". Besides, the skill of the person performing the treatment is very important to be effective without causing complications.

This hyperpigmentation is quite common in the population. However, there are still many of us who do not understand what causes melasma. Join SignsSymptomsList to help you understand the causes and how to identify melasma with the article: "What causes melasma? "

2. Is laser melasma treatment safe?

Laser is an effective treatment for melasma. However, the energy emitted by the laser is not completely safe. It can cause some of the following side effects and risks:

2.1 Pain

When performing laser to treat the skin, we will have a feeling of heat, pain, and burning due to the laser. Feeling pain can cause a lot of discomfort, causing clients to avoid leading to incorrect treatment.

2.2 Redness of the skin

Skin redness is very common after laser treatment for melasma. Redness is considered a normal skin response to laser when it lasts only a few hours to a few days afterward. If redness persists for a long time, it may be a complication of repeated high energy use due to inexperienced operators.

2.3 Burns

Skin burns from lasers are not uncommon. There have been many cases of skin burns leading to scarring due to not adjusting the energy of the machine properly.

  Side effects such as prolonged redness and burning will make the skin worse. At that time, the pigmentation does not fade, but serious damage to the skin appears. The measure to help overcome these risks is to choose a reputable cosmetic facility. Persons directly treating must be professionally trained in parameter adjustment and how to use the machine. Besides, combining skin care after laser treatment helps the skin recover quickly.

In addition to laser melasma treatment, we also have " extremely effective skin pigmentation treatments " that can be performed at home.

3. Skin care after laser melasma treatment

Skin care method after laser melasma?

The most common reaction after laser treatment is redness of the skin and will go away on its own after a few days. Therefore, the post-laser skin care process will not be too complicated, including the following steps:

3.1 Cleaning

It is very important to remove dirt and oil to prevent acne. Note do not use strong detergents in the first few days. Use a mild cleanser to wash your face really gently. Do not rub vigorously to avoid skin damage.

3.2 Moisturizing

The effects from the laser will make the skin barrier temporarily affected, so the skin is easy to lose water. Regular moisturizing helps the skin not to peel and recover quickly. Can be combined with the use of serums, whitening essences to increase the effectiveness of treatment.

3.3 Sun protection

It is very important to prevent darkening after laser treatment. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher for maximum protection. Note, apply sunscreen at least 20-30 minutes before going out in the sun. It is necessary to reapply every 2 hours if active in water or when sweating a lot. In addition, using a dark mask helps block ultraviolet rays better than a light colored mask.

3.4 Scientific diet

Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins and antioxidants. At the same time limit stimulants such as alcohol, beer, tobacco. Scientific eating habits will help reverse melasma and maintain healthy skin.

Laser method has been researched and proven to be effective in treating melasma. However, customers should choose a reputable cosmetic facility and a professional performer to avoid possible accidents. Besides, implementing a suitable skin care regimen helps the skin recover quickly.

Doctor: Vo Thi Ngoc Hien