25/09/2025
Do Lasers Worsen Melasma?
Lasers are effective tools for breaking down pigmentation, including melasma, into small fragments that the body can gradually clear. However, melasma is more than just excess pigment — it is a chronic, multifactorial condition driven by underlying triggers that stimulate pigment production.
If not performed correctly, laser treatments can worsen melasma by overstimulating pigment-producing cells. This may occur due to:
• Incorrect Power: Excess heat can stimulate new pigment formation instead of reducing it.
• Incorrect Wavelength: Targeting the wrong skin depth can result in ineffective or harmful outcomes.
• Incorrect Interval: Treatments performed too frequently may aggravate the condition rather than improve it.
When performed under the right settings, by an experienced practitioner, lasers can be an effective part of melasma management. The key is careful assessment, individualized treatment planning, and combining lasers with other supportive therapies to minimize risks and achieve safer, longer-lasting results.
🎥 In this video, Dr. Chiam explains how lasers can sometimes worsen melasma — and how the right approach can make all the difference.
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