Treatment of Melasma (Chloasma) (Pregnancy Mask)

Treatment of Melasma (Chloasma) (Pregnancy Mask)

Available treatments can be classified into the following:

• Phenolic: Hydroquinone (HQ), Kojic acid, N-acetylglycosamine (inhibits the glycolization of tyrosinase)
• Non Phenolic: Azelaic Acid, Retinoids, N-acetylcysteine
• Compound: Kligman’s formula…

Contributors:

Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland

Bibliography: Katsambas A. Melasma: Pathogenesis and Treatment. 70e Réunion annuelle de l’AAD (American Academy of Dermatology) – San Diego, California, United States of America (USA)