Melasma! No Longer a Dirty Word
It’s almost summer which means sun, sun and more sun. This is great for getting in your Vitamin D, but as we all know, can wreak havoc on your skin. Many people with medium to dark skin tones, mainly women, suffer with a skin condition called Melasma. This is a common pigmentation disorder that causes brown or gray patches to appear on the skin, primarily the face. Some common triggers for Melasma include:
Changes in hormones during pregnancy, hormone treatment, or while taking birth control pills
Sun and heat exposure
So how can we get rid of this pesky problem? Here at Coastal Collective, we have some tricks up our sleeve to help your skin stay gorgeous even if you battle Melasma. The first item in our arsenal is Hydroquinone which is available over the counter, but we can also prescribe a stronger version. Hydroquinone works by lightening the color of the skin patches. You’ll want to pair Hydroquinone with a strong topical vitamin C serum which will provide antioxidants, great sun protectors and can help lighten the skin. Also consider our new VI precision plus peel which combats pigmentation with a Lighten Booster and fast acting Brightening Booster. And for a final step, get one of our glutathione IV’s which brightens pigment on the face by working as a powerful antioxidant. Of course Sunscreen is always a must! Check out our online store for some great Vitamin C and sunscreen options.
If you still aren’t seeing the improvements you want with topical products, it’s time to pull out our secret weapon, the amazing and spectacular, CO2 laser! This laser gets rid of melasma, sun damage, fine lines and it also tightens by removing top layers of skin and allowing new skin to regenerate. Most importantly, it’s scientifically proven to reverse and prevent skin cancer. Downtime is only a few days, but staying out of the sun is a must, so do this treatment NOW before the summer months are upon us! (Cost: Face- $1000, Chest $1000, Neck $800).
We know melasma is super frustrating but with our help, you’ll have clear, beautiful skin in no time! If you have questions or need an appointment call (843) 609-2291 or book online.