Clear and Brilliant Laser Treatment for Melasma

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• What is clear and brilliant laser
• What is melasma
• How does the treatment work
• Are you a candidate for clear and brilliant
• How many treatments are needed
• What are the risks, complications and side-effects
• What are the results
• What are the costs

Introduction

Melasma is a common skin condition that causes brown patches of uneven pigmentation on the face. It can appear as hyperpigmentation, which is the darkening of the skin, or hypopigmentation, which is the lightening of the skin. Melasma typically affects women, who are most commonly affected during pregnancy and menopause. However, melasma can occur at any age and in both sexes. Melasma can be treated with various methods; however, some side effects associated with these treatments should be discussed before beginning treatment.

What is Clear and Brilliant laser?

The Clear and Brilliant laser is a skin treatment that uses a laser to remove the pigment in your skin. It's not the same as Clear and Brilliant IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), which is also used for pigmentation problems. The Clear and Brilliant laser can be used on all skin types, but it works best for treating melasma on the face.

Generally, you'll need more than one treatment to get the desired results from this procedure; however, each session lasts just 8 minutes so that you will feel energised! 

This procedure's most common side effects include swelling, redness, stinging or burning sensations during treatment, and sensitivity to sunlight after completing your series of treatments. These symptoms should all fade within 2-3 days after being treated with this procedure at our office in Santa Monica!

What is melasma?

Melasma is a common skin condition that can cause dark patches on the face, chest and back. It's also known as hyperpigmentation. "melasma" comes from the Greek word "blackened."

Melasma develops when pigment-producing skin cells (melanocytes) produce more pigment than usual. This happens when your skin is exposed to the sun or other ultraviolet (UV) radiation sources, such as tanning beds or fluorescent lights. However, melasma isn't only caused by sun exposure — some people are born with genes that make them more susceptible to it. In contrast, others get it after taking certain medications like birth control pills or hormone therapy drugs used for menopause treatment.

How does Clear and Brilliant work?

The Clear and Brilliant laser uses a combination of wavelengths to treat melasma, which makes it safe for all skin types. You can be treated on the face, neck, chest and hands.

The treatment is an outpatient procedure that takes about 15 minutes per session (two to three sessions are recommended). The laser emits light energy at a wavelength that targets the pigment in your skin, known as melanin. It targets explicitly pigmented areas rather than surrounding tissues or blood vessels to minimise side effects like redness, swelling or pain during recovery time.

Are you a candidate for Clear and Brilliant?

You must be at least 18 years old.

You must be in good general health.

Your skin must not have any active infections, such as acne or rosacea. Your doctor will test your skin for laser treatment to ensure it is healthy.

The treated area should not have any keloid scars (raised spots caused by localised scarring), which can be made worse by laser treatments. You may need special care if you have keloids on your face or neck or anywhere else where the skin is thin or fragile.

How many treatments are required?

The number of treatments you’ll need depends on the severity of your melasma, but most patients require one to three sessions. Your doctor will decide how many sessions are required based on their assessment and your results, so keeping an open dialogue with them throughout the process is essential.

The laser can remove a more significant amount of pigment at once than creams or peels, so fewer treatments might be needed if you decide to go this route instead of using creams or peels first.

Are there any risks, side effects or complications with Clear and Brilliant laser for melasma treatment?

The Clear and Brilliant laser is a safe procedure with little risk of side effects or complications. All patients are given additional medication to reduce the chance of post-treatment inflammation, redness and swelling. The treatment can be performed on all skin types and colours if you do not have any active infections, such as cold sores or acne breakouts.

If you're interested in learning more about how laser treatments for melasma can help improve your skin's appearance, speak with our specialists today!

When will I see the Clear and Brilliant laser results for melasma treatment?

• You will begin to see results after three to four weeks. Your doctor may recommend that you have a series of treatments, each lasting one to two minutes.
• The results may take longer if you have darker skin because your melanin is more resistant to light treatment.
• The number of sessions required depends on your specific case and your desired improvement. Treatment can also be tailored based on where the discolouration occurs—on the face or body, for example—to help reduce unwanted side effects such as pain during treatment or prolonged redness after it's completed.

Let's talk finances. Does insurance cover the cost of Clear and Brilliant laser treatment for melasma treatment?

While insurance does not cover the cost of Clear and Brilliant laser treatment for melasma treatment, you may be able to receive financing options from your doctor. Ask him or her about it when you're scheduling your appointment!

This procedure has proven effective at treating melasma; while it is not a one-time cure, maintenance treatments can help keep your skin looking its best.

Clear and Brilliant laser treatment is a proven treatment for melasma. While the procedure is not a one-time cure, maintenance treatments can help keep your skin looking its best.

Clear and Brilliant laser treatment may be the answer if you suffer from hyperpigmentation or other dark spots on your face. Dermatologists and plastic surgeons worldwide have used this procedure since 2009 to treat conditions like freckles, age spots, and melasma. This common condition causes brown patches on areas of skin that are exposed to sunlight (or even artificial light). Melasma can look like freckles but tends to be larger than freckles; it also may appear darker or lighter depending on when you see it or how much sun exposure you've had recently.

The doctor may recommend more than one session if the results are unsatisfactory.

If unsatisfied with your first session, you can ask for a second treatment. It is often recommended that this be spaced at least four weeks from the first session. This allows your skin to heal and recover from the laser.

If you receive more than one treatment, it is essential to wait at least eight weeks between each one, so your skin has time to heal properly before moving forward with another session.

Melasma is a long-term condition, so treatment will also be long-term.

The good news is you're not alone! Melasma affects as many as 1 in 10 people in the United States.

It's a long-term condition, so treatment will also be long-term. But don't worry—you can still have beautiful skin with laser therapy. To help keep your skin looking its best, we recommend maintenance treatments every three months for the first year and then every six months after that.

Conclusion

You’ll want to find a specialist who will give you honest advice and help guide you through the process. Your doctor should be able to answer all of your questions and concerns; if they don’t know how long it will take or how many treatments are required, find someone else who does!

Is this treatment right for me?

To learn more about this treatment and to find out if it is right for you, please consult our board-certified specialists at Self Care LA.

As the leading boutique aesthetic spa & body contouring specialist located in Santa Monica, CA, we have a team of highly trained, certified, and skilled aestheticians and doctors.

We will work with you to customise a treatment plan to give you the best results possible.

Contact Self Care LA today at (323) 337-3445 or click here to schedule a consultation.

About Us

Self Care LA is an aesthetics and injectables practice offering the latest cosmetic treatments in Santa Monica, California. Led by board-certified physician Bharat Kothakota, MD, MPH, the course sees men and women for cosmetic goals related to their faces and bodies.

Self Care LA offers high-end cosmetic injectables such as Botox® and fillers and several types of microneedling to boost collagen production. Along with SkinPen®, patients can choose Morpheus8 radiofrequency microneedling or microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP). PRP hair restoration treatments are also available at Self Care LA.