It can be a major cause of concern for many women, especially after a pregnancy. It’s most commonly found on the face, including the bridge of the nose, cheeks, forehead, and upper lips. Since melasma stems from a melanocyte (color-making cells) malfunction, it is more likely to affect people with darker skin tones.
Epidermal: affects the superficial layers of the skin and are easier to get rid of.
Dermal: stems from melanophages, which are cells that ingest melanin.
Mixed: a combination of epidermal and dermal melasma.
Unnamed type in dark skin: caused by an excess of melanocytes.
Hormones
Sun Exposure
Heat
Age
Genetics
Skin Tone
20-50
The natural aging process, along with years of sun exposure, can take a toll on your skin and lead to fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores and discoloration. One way you can safely and effectively turn back the clock on aging is with laser skin rejuvenation — and the HALO® Laser is one of the best on the market for addressing multiple skin problems at once.
Our facial peels shed away the top layer of your skin to remove melasma and hyperpigmentation. Once your skin finishes peeling, you’ll have fresh, smooth, and soft skin.
Session 1-3
Learn MoreThrough superfine salt particles, the SaltFacial gently exfoliates the top layer of skin to remove cells affected by hyperpigmentation.
After, ultrasound technology helps penetrate the skin with antioxidant-rich serums. The first 1 to 2 treatments exfoliate the skin and clean out your pores, and a monthly treatment maintains the skin-clearing results.
The SkinPen is an FDA-cleared microneedling device used to treat melasma and boost collagen production.
Using your body’s own platelet-rich plasma or human-derived exosomes, growth factors continue rejuvenating the skin for long-term results.
Aestheticare STL is dedicated to not only treating but educating our patients. Located in Ladue, MO, we’re proud to offer the widest selection of aesthetic procedures in the area to help you fight against melasma for a clear, even complexion.
We are not a one-and-done provider, rather we take a holistic approach to help you look and feel your best. Each patient enjoys:
Learn MoreMore than 30 FDA-approved medical devices
A professional staff with over 70 years of combined experience in the aesthetic industry
Unmatched variety of procedures and treatments
Medical Director on-site daily
This innovative platform is designed to help you find the aesthetic procedures that best align with your aesthetic needs. Get personalized treatment recommendations and valuable insights into your options so you can make informed decisions to reach your goals.