carisa Pope asked 5 years ago
Hello! Dr. Wade Cheng wrote an article on a new Melasma treatment March 18, 2020 in Dermascope. Here is a snippet of the article : The treatment product utilizes a series of active ingredients, such as micronized pearl powder (melanin absorbent), ascorbic acid (vitamin C, an antioxidant), and kojic acid (antioxidant), ginkgo extract, cysteine (antioxidant), and sodium metasulfite (inorganic antioxidant). The treatment product is dry powders packed in an airtight glass vial to preserve the maximum potency of its antioxidants. The treatment product is mixed with a clay mask (bentonite for good skin penetration) in an appropriate ratio to achieve a substantially high concentration of the active ingredients. Moreover, a few drops of vitamin P (bioflavonoid) serum are added to enhance the potency of vitamin C (there is a synergistic effect for vitamin C with vitamin P).1 The mixture is applied immediately (after mixing) to the melasma area only and remains for 20 to 25 minutes (longer is better).
Moreover, microdermabrasion, dry needling (cosmetic tattoo machine with round 3 to 5 needle – light and loose puncture), derma pen, or even light scratching with a big round tattoo needle (manually) should be performed before the application of the mixture to insure sufficient skin penetration of the active ingredients. This is one of the key factors to make the treatment very effective."
What is this treatment called? Do Aesthetician's have access to this treatment? If so, how who would I contact?
Thank you so much!
Carisa
There Viketer answered 5 months ago
Wow, this melasma treatment sounds intense! The combination of ingredients like pearl powder, ascorbic acid, and kojic acid is interesting. My Granny always said antioxidants are key! I wonder if aestheticians typically offer this exact mix, especially with the microdermabrasion beforehand? It seems specialized. Perhaps contacting a dermatologist or advanced skincare clinic would be the best bet to inquire about availability and safety.
Daisy Stephenson answered 5 months ago
This sounds like a fascinating approach to melasma, Carisa! That combination of ingredients and application method really highlights how innovative skincare is getting. I'm wondering if this potent mix, especially with the pre-treatment steps, is something I could even try at home or if it's strictly professional. Sometimes I just want to kick the buddy out of those stubborn dark spots myself, you know? Hope you find your answers!
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