Cosmelan Depigmentation

At our clinic, we use Cosmelan MD – the top level of Cosmelan Depigmentation treatment which allows us to individually customize the levels of lightening ingredients best suited to your needs. Cosmelan MD is designed to provide an initial quick and ongoing control program that is ideal for skin lightening, melasma (pregnancy mask), age spots, sun spots, and other pigmentation issues.

The Cosmelan depigmentation treatment is the answer to dark spots and mottled pigmentation, especially on the face. These discolorations are one of the greatest aesthetic concerns facing men and women today. Instead of covering your face with heavy make-up or foundation, return your skin to its natural tone. Developed in Spain, Cosmelan de-pigmentation begins with a “leave on mask” which results in a skin peel. Following the peel, you will continue with easy-to-follow home care products. 

Cosmelan is a topical option for melasma, acne, and other pigment problems. Cosmelan has a direct suppression effect on the formation of pigment (melanin). 

Cosmelan is very effective on ethnic skin. Only by affecting the skin’s melanin (color-producing pigment) formation can a person suffering from brown spots obtain a clearing or blending of their skin. The process is simple.

Cosmelan Depigmentation in La Jolla and San Diego can improve your skin tone in a safe, non-invasive manner. The process provides the following benefits compared with other types of treatments.

• It’s very effective for all types of melasma.
• The procedure is rapid and easy.
• The product is compatible with all skin types.
• The light peeling effect rejuvenates and increases the luminosity of the skin.
• Treatments can start and be used all year round.
• As a bonus, it’s also effective for acne patients.

The process involves a versatile program easily adapted to the needs of each patient and is highly effective on Hispanic skin.

On the day of your treatment, after filling out the paperwork, we will take you into our treatment room to begin the Cosmelan Depigmentation. It is a 3-step process, that is implemented in our clinic, as well as at home. 

Step 1: The specially formulated pigment-reduction activating mask (Cosmelan I Mask) is applied to the skin and left on for a predetermined number of hours. This is in great part dependent upon the amount of pigmentation as well as your skin sensitivity levels  This prolonged “wearing” of the mask is a key component in stimulating the fastest response. We will apply the Cosmelan I Mask at the office.

Step 2: Once the development and action time is complete, you may wash the mask off. The intensive action ingredients in the new Cosmelan MD include hydroquinone and retinoic acid. Hydroquinone will staunch the pigmentation cycle while retinoic acid encourages quick cell turnover. This helps you to more quickly shed brown patches and discoloration. The combined ingredients are an excellent combination that has been shown to provide a superior removal of old pigment and suppression of new pigment.

Step 3: Your At-Home Cosmelan Program will consist of active-ingredient products you will use consistently to further improve pigmentation problems and prevent excess pigment formation. Your maintenance cream, Cosmelan II, will be used on an ongoing basis. This special pigment control cream contains ingredients such as Kojic Acid, Phytic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, and a protective agent, Titanium Dioxide.

Most of our patients achieve desirable results with one application of the peel. Occasionally you will need to repeat the process. You will need to continue with the maintenance program to prevent the darkening of the pigment. The skin becomes reddened, and you will experience a light peeling effect. You will be instructed to use your moisturizer and a daily sunblock SPF 30 or greater. During any periods of prolonged sun exposure, you will be instructed to wear a hat and your sunblock.