Cosmelan is a topical skin depigmentation cream that reduces
the appearance of blotchy dark spots on the face for a more even skin tone.
Cosmelan can treat melasma, age spots, and hyper-pigmentation by inhibiting the
skin enzyme tyrosinase, which is involved in the production of the skin pigment
melanin.
How Cosmelan treatment is performed
Cosmelan treatment involves a cream mask that is applied by
your dermatologist, as well as home applications of Cosmelan cream over a
period four weeks.
Your dermatologist will cleanse your face to remove surface
oils and then apply the Cosmelan cream. You go home after the application. The
cream forms a mask that you will keep on for 8 to 12 hours and then wash off
with water. You then apply an at-home version of the Cosmelan cream three times
a day for four weeks.
Recovery
Cosmelan treatment can be irritating and cause skin redness
and peeling. Discomfort can vary by skin type, but most people are able to maintain
their normal activities during their treatment. Your dermatologist will advise you on what
kinds of moisturizers, sunblock, and lotions to use to relieve discomfort and
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