{"id":4286,"date":"2025-04-18T16:15:57","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T16:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hmc.om\/service\/melasma\/"},"modified":"2025-11-13T12:33:47","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T12:33:47","slug":"melasma","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/hmc.om\/en\/service-en\/melasma\/","title":{"rendered":"Melasma"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"631\">Melasma is a common skin disorder characterized by brown or dark gray patches on the skin, especially on areas of the face such as the cheeks, forehead, nose, and upper lips. Melasma affects women more frequently, and is often associated with hormonal changes (such as pregnancy or birth control pills), or excessive sun exposure.     At the Horizon Medical Care Center in Ibri, We offer effective solutions for the treatment of melasma through an integrated treatment plan that includes peeling, laser, and lightening, using safe medical products and under the supervision of specialists. <\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"657\"><strong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"657\">Common causes of melasma:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"789\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"698\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"698\">Hormonal changes (especially during pregnancy)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"730\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"730\">Unprotected sun exposure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"772\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"772\">Use of certain cosmetics or medications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"789\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"789\">Genetic factor<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"824\"><strong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"824\">Methods of melasma treatment at Afaq Center<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"868\">We tailor the treatment according to the skin type and the severity of pigmentation:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"963\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"963\"><strong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"896\">Topical Creams:<\/strong> Contains active ingredients such as hydroquinone, retinoid, or vitamin C. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1047\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1047\"><strong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"991\">Chemical Peel Sessions:<\/strong> Using safe acids to remove pigmentation and stimulate skin regeneration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1121\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1121\"><strong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1086\">Cosmetic Laser (e.g. Q-Switch):<\/strong> To break up pigmentation and improve skin tone.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1208\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1208\"><strong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1164\">Microneedling with Brightening Serums:<\/strong> to improve the absorption of ingredients and reduce dark color.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1296\"><strong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1233\">Care and prevention:<\/strong> By moisturizing and using a high-protection sunscreen on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1329\"><strong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1329\">Treatment Steps at A&#8217;Aak Center<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1616\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1411\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1411\"><strong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1356\">Skin examination and evaluation:<\/strong> Determine the type of melasma (superficial or deep) and choose the appropriate plan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1486\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1486\"><strong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1441\">Start gradual sessions:<\/strong> using one or more of the appropriate techniques.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1547\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1547\"><strong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1510\">Support home routine:<\/strong> Prescribing creams suitable for lightening and prevention.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1616\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1616\"><strong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1583\">Follow-up of results and adjustment of the plan:<\/strong> depending on the skin&#8217;s response and the progression of the condition.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1653\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2219\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Melasma is a common skin disorder characterized by brown or dark gray patches on the skin, especially on areas of the face such as the cheeks, forehead, nose, and upper lips. Melasma affects women more frequently, and is often associated with hormonal changes (such as pregnancy or birth control pills), or excessive sun exposure. 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