Listen in on a consult for the Cosmelan Peel with Mariah, NP.
What is Cosmelan?
Cosmelan is a clinical depigmentation treatment that reduces pigment caused by sun exposure, melasma and inflammation from acne or scars.
How does Cosmelan work?
Pigment in the skin is caused by a substance called melanin. Cosmelan works by inhibiting the action of tyrosinase, an enzyme directly involved in melanin production, to reduce the appearance and incidence of pigment.
Who can have treatment with Cosmelan?
Cosmelan is ideal for concerns with pigmentation, whether caused by melasma, sun damage post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation from acne, inappropriate lasers or scarring. It’s suitable for all skin types, ethnicities and ages, and can be used to treat both long-standing and new pigment deposits. However, it is not suited for extremely sensitive skin or for those with rosacea or active acne.
How long does it take to see results from Cosmelan?
We expect results to appear 2-3 weeks post treatment, with significant improvement in pigmentation and clearer, brighter skin. Over the following months, your skin will continue to slowly improve. Your skin may take a few months to settle after the peel. Be patient, and aim for progress not perfection.
Are Cosmelan results permanent?
Cosmelan will remove the majority of superficial pigmentation by targeting the epidermal melanin. But no matter what peel or homecare is used, the sun (UVA) activates melanocytes, creating pigment. The single most important factor to manage long term pigmentation is sunscreen. Using an adequate amount of quality SPF, 2-3 ml twice a day - can reduce pigmentation by up to 50%.
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