Melasma & Hyperpigmentation Protocols
A protocol for everything from sun spots to hormonal melasma that targets the pigment and vascular components, aiming to reduce the appearance of pigmentation; as melasma can recur, maintenance care is recommended.
CLINIC S. Nişantaşı
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In Short
Melasma & Hyperpigmentation treatment at CLINIC S. Nişantaşı aims to reduce the appearance of melasma and sun spots. Sessions take 25–35 minutes; usually 3–5 are planned after a physician examination. Melasma can recur, so maintenance care is recommended.
- Procedure Time: 25–35 min
- Number of Sessions: 3–5 Sessions
25–35 min
Comfortable with Cooling
Minimal Downtime
3–5 Sessions
Long-Lasting with Maintenance
How It Works
Aims to break up melanin clusters with a photoacoustic effect and to suppress excess pigment production by melanocytes (tyrosinase activity) and vascular triggers.
Who Might It Suit?
- Those with melasma, pregnancy-related pigmentation, sun spots, freckles or post-acne pigmentation (PIH)
Treatments That May Be Combined
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LUTRONIC · 1927nm THULIUM LASERBaby Face Beauty 1927 nm Thulium Laser
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Q-SWITCHED ND:YAG · PTP MODERevlite SI Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser
PhotoAcoustic Technology Pulse (PTP) laser for melasma, carbon laser peels and pore refinement.
Quick Q&A
How does melasma and pigmentation treatment work?
It aims to break up melanin clusters with a photoacoustic effect and to suppress excess pigment production (tyrosinase activity) and vascular triggers.
Who is treatment for melasma, sun spots and post-acne marks suitable for?
It may suit those with melasma, pregnancy-related pigmentation, sun spots, freckles or post-acne pigmentation (PIH). Suitability is decided after a physician examination.
How many pigmentation treatment sessions do I need in Nişantaşı, and how long is each?
Each session takes 25–35 minutes, and 3–5 sessions are usually planned. With maintenance care, the effect can typically be long-lasting, though this varies from person to person and melasma can recur.
When can I return to daily life after pigmentation treatment, and how does it feel?
Downtime is usually minimal. Cooling is used to keep sessions comfortable, though sensation varies between individuals. Sun protection remains important afterwards.