Melasma Treatment in Portland
Melasma Treatment in Portland
Melasma Treatment: Before & After
Many of our clients have seen amazing results from a variety of treatment options for melasma and age spot removal in Portland, Oregon. The patient below received LaseMD treatments for her melasma and the results earned us an award for Best Energy-Based Treatment Finalist in the AMWC Monaco 2022 competition.
Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic in Portland Offers Treatment for Brown Spots and Redness
Whether you’re experiencing melasma, age spots, or redness from rosacea, our Portland, Oregon, award-winning medical aesthetic clinic can find treatment options that work for you. Led by Yvonne Yan Duan, a nationally certified nurse practitioner, the team at Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic specializes in nonsurgical, anti-aging treatments to help you look and feel your best.
Melasma, Age Spot, and Rosacea Treatment Benefits
Treatment from Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic in Portland can help:
- Fade and lighten dark spots on the skin
- Reduce redness
- Help you feel more comfortable
- Exfoliate the skin for a brighter, smoother look
Melasma, Age Spot, and Rosacea Treatment Areas
Treatments for brown spots and redness may be performed on the:
- Hands and arms
- Neck
- Back
- Face, especially the nose, cheeks, forehead, chin, and upper lip
What To Expect From Melasma, Age Spot, and Rosacea Treatment
Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic in Portland offers a variety of treatments that can help with brown spots and redness. Your provider will take your medical history, examine your skin, and make a recommendation about which treatment or combination of treatments will work best for you.
There are topical medications that can help lighten brown spots and redness, but we also offer solutions in our clinic. Read about some of our top treatment options below.
Laser Treatments
Laser treatments can destroy pigment cells in the skin, lightening the dark spots of melasma or general age spots. The laser will pass over the skin in quick bursts, often accompanied by cooling puffs of air.
Since melasma is generally a recurring issue caused by genetics or hormone levels, the darker areas will need to be treated periodically.
Laser treatments can also help with redness and are a part of our Portland, Oregon, rosacea treatments.
Laser treatments available from Renew include:
- Hollywood Spectra
- Clarity II
- Lase MD Ultra
- Sofwave
- KTP/DermaLight
- Lase MD Pro
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels involve applying a chemical solution — such as glycolic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids, and salicylic acid — to the skin to remove the outermost layer of damaged or dead skin cells. The chemical solution is carefully selected based on the patient’s skin type, concerns, and desired results.
These are effective in removing both brown spots associated with melasma and aging and redness from rosacea. Chemical peels also need to be repeated periodically for maximum effectiveness.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses a device to exfoliate the outermost layer of the skin. The wand has a diamond-encrusted tip that gently abrades the skin’s surface, removing dead skin cells and impurities.
Microdermabrasion smooths the skin’s surface and can soften and fade brown spots and redness. It isn’t recommended for some patients with rosacea, so your provider will let you know whether or not this is an option for your Portland, Oregon, rosacea treatment.
Choose Renew for Melasma Treatment in Portland
Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic has helped hundreds of men and women with brown spots and redness. But we don’t just have satisfied clients — we are also an award-winning Portland med spa.
What truly makes Renew stand out is that Yan’s work has been nominated and juried by her colleagues in various prestigious professional organizations of aesthetic medicine as the winner or finalist. Yan did not stop with her personal achievements; she took the entire clinic with her to the next level. We are proud to have been named a finalist for the Best Aesthetic Practice of 2022 in The Aesthetic Show.
Frequently Asked Questions About Melasma Treatment
What Is the Root Cause of Melasma?
Melasma is more common in women than men and genetic predisposition may be a major factor in its development. Melasma can also be caused by:
- Antiseizure medications
- Cosmetics
- Hormonal therapies
- Pregnancy
- Phototoxic drugs
- UV radiation
How Can I Remove Melasma From My Face?
Melasma can be treated with a combination of topical medications, laser treatments, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. Your provider at Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic will examine your skin and make recommendations based on your individual needs and medical history.
What Is the Most Effective Treatment for Melasma?
Everyone reacts differently to melasma treatments, so what works best for someone else may not be the best course of action for you.
Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic placed as a finalist for the Best Energy-Based Treatment using LaseMD for one patient’s melasma. If you’re interested, ask about this method during your consultation.
Can Melasma Be Cured Permanently?
Since melasma is linked to genetics and hormones, it’s not a condition that will go away. Whatever course of treatment you use, you’ll need to repeat it periodically for maximum effectiveness.
Since melasma is often triggered and worsened by exposure to UV rays, be sure to use daily sun protection for best results.
Do Your Treatments Work on Other Types of Skin Spots Besides Melasma?
Yes, we can also use many of these options for rosacea treatment and age spot removal in Portland, Oregon.