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Melasma

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
  • What Is
    • Melasma facts
    • What is melasma? What are symptoms and signs of melasma?
    • Where does melasma appear on the body?
  • Causes
    • What causes melasma?
  • Types
    • What are the types of melasma?
  • Diagnosis
    • What tests diagnose melasma?
  • Treatments
    • What are the best treatments for melasma?
    • Which melasma treatments can be done at a doctor's office?
    • Does laser treatment work for melasma? Is it safe if you are pregnant?
    • How do hydroquinone creams treat melasma?
    • Are there non-hydroquinone alternative treatments for melasma?
  • SPF Protection
    • What strength of SPF sunscreen is recommended for melasma?
  • Cure
    • What is the prognosis for melasma? Can you get rid of it?
  • Prevention
    • Can you prevent melasma?

Melasma facts

Melasma is patchy brown skin discoloration that occurs on the face.
Melasma is patchy brown skin discoloration that occurs on the face.

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