Melasma is a common pigment concern of the skin that has many known
triggers. At New Life Aesthetics, we believe in gentle progressive, not
aggressive, treatments for melasma. Non-invasive Customized Chemical Peels
and Aerolase LightPod Neo™ are a perfect duo to effectively address
the skin condition together.
To learn more and to schedule your consultation, please call our location
for melasma treatment in Raleigh, NC at ☎
(919) 521-8282, or
contact us online
today!
What is Melasma?
Melasma presents as discolored or dark skin patches. Sometimes called the
‘mask of pregnancy’ or ‘raccoon eyes,’ melasma
typically follows distinct pigment patterns, which may affect the upper lip,
cheeks, forehead, and/or brow line. Though hyperpigmentation is typically
found on the face, it can also appear on the neck and arm areas.
Melasma can occur in both the superficial epidermis and in the deeper dermal
layers of the skin. It is a condition that predominantly affects women over
men.
Melasma Causes and Triggers
Sun exposure (specifically the UV light) and heat (even heat generated from
hot yoga) cause Melasma by activating melanocyte (pigment) cells. Melasma
pigment darkens in warm weather or warm environments, even if you are not
exposed to sunlight.
The condition is also linked to hormones, often beginning with the use of
birth control or pregnancy.
There is a higher incidence of melasma in darker skin and Asian and Middle
Eastern populations.
Triggers for Melasma that you can avoid include:
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hormone therapy, including hormone-based birth control (IUD’s,
pills or implants)
- sunlight
- heat-provoking activity
- washing your face with hot water/taking hot steam showers
Our aeshtetic nurses will assist you in making healthy homecare choices with
customized medical-grade skincare
to assist in lightening your existing pigment and help new pigment from
forming.
Best Treatments for Melasma
Our aesthetics team uses a combination of Customized Chemical Peels and
Aerolase to treat Melasma. Pairing the two treatment modalities addresses
the various depths of pigment in the skin.
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Customized Chemical Peels
- Chemical peels are used to treat many skin issues, including
UV-induced hyperpigmentation. The peels can be tailored to your unique
condition, and each treatment is unique to the needs of the skin as it
presents at the time of treatment. We will work with you to determine
how many treatments you’ll need and what you may expect afterward.
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Aerolase
- The Aerolase LightPod Neo™ is FDA cleared to treat numerous
conditions, including reducing the appearance of Melasma. The
long-wavelength, high-power energy used in this gentle laser can affect
the deeper dermis. The treatment may improve your complexion by
addressing pigment in the dermal/epidermal junction. With each
treatment, the use of prescribed homecare to improve and protect the
skin, and with the avoidance of triggers, melasma pigmentation will
gradually lighten. Though there is no cure or permanent treatment
available for melasma, there are safe, effective treatments to help
better manage it.
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Platelet Rich Fibrin
- In addition to combining chemical peels and Aerolase to treat melasma,
we also combine two revolutionary treatments to address
hyperpigmentation – Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) and
UltraVision RF Microneedling.
PRF consists of collecting your own cells through a blood draw and
collecting cells that promote cell growth (platelets, white blood cells,
and stem cells). These cells are then carefully placed onto the skin,
stimulating new and healthy cell growth to restore and even skin tone.
In addition to placing your own cells into problem areas, UltraVision
Microneedling uses radiofrequency energy and peptides to further
stimulate healthy tissue growth.
When used together, PRF and UltraVision Microneedling can help you
safely and efficiently restore hyperpigmentation caused by melasma.
Request Your Appointment Today!
Address hyperpigmentation with a two-treatment combination. Schedule a
consultation with Raleigh, NC top melasma specialists. Call New Life
Aesthetics at ☎ (919) 521-8282 or
contact us online
today!.
