Treatment for melasma is not working!

Dr. Irwin
October 28, 2013
Hi doctor, I have melsma on my nose and I hve been using retinol .25 percent from 1 yesr on my cheek and nose it has still not disappear. I was advised to use melalite for 2 months and after stopping that melsma showed up again. I am so dissappointed rigjt now. So I have picked up one cream which has glycloic acid 10 percent and hydroqunin and kijic acid 2 percent. I used it over night and it turned my skin bleeding red in morning. Please let me know what should I do to get rid of this melsma also for how many hours I should use this new cream. I also have one more question since bI want to start planning my pregnancy from next year then how early should I stop using these acids on face....plzzzzz help...thanks a million in advance

Please read these 3 sections first.  They will answer most of  your questions.

  1. Melasma
  2. Pigment problems
  3. Hydroquinones

Please remember that not all brown spots on the face are melasma.  Some people develop more pigment from irritation from hydroquinones and other medications.  Also, please see a dermatologist if you haven’t already done so –  the right diagnosis is crucial for treatment to work.

 

Dr. I

 

Read more in our article Melasma in Depth.

Dr. Brandith Irwin, MD

Ask me your skincare question!

Hi, I’m Dr. Irwin. I believe that consumers deserve a medically trained and unbiased skin care advocate.

  • All our content is written and researched by myself.
  • My medical office in Seattle has treated thousands of patients for 15+ years.
  • This site is not affiliated or financially tied to any product, treatment or device.
Ask Me Something
SkinTour Skincare
One of the best investments in your skin is your daily skincare. Why? Because you can prevent many problems with blotchy skin color, lack of glow, texture, some types of acne, and fine lines with good skincare products. You can also correct some of these problems with effective skincare products. Great skincare is often more expensive because quality ingredients are expensive. Some companies spend on research/development which benefits all of us and adds to the cost. Are they worth it? In general - yes! I have handpicked some of what I consider to be the best skin care products, and offer them for sale on SkinTour's shop. This is based on my team and I's testing and research at our clinic. Many of the products are in my own regimen. What could be better than using skin care products a dermatologist uses?!
Browse Shop