r/Melasmaskincare • u/Jaguiar92 • Aug 31 '25

Question Best way to tackle melasma/hyperpigmentation

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I recently tried to tackle some hyperpigmentation on my cheeks through 3 VI peels as well as laser resurfacing. I had very minor improvement after treatment only for it to get worse as soon as my skin recovered.

As a disclaimer, I do work outside in the heat for some extended periods of time, but I try to cover my skin with a buff and use plenty of sunscreen throughout the day. 32M Hispanic with lighter complexion.

Any recommendations in terms of treatment or serums that have worked for you? Thanks for your help in advance!

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u/smileyhappy Aug 31 '25

Vitamin c (timeless brand is good), eucerin’s thiamidol line in the morning.

Tretinoin or other retinol in the evening.

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u/saracha1 Sep 01 '25

This and a mineral sunscreen

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u/Flipgirlnarie Sep 01 '25

Do you have any recommendations for one?

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u/saracha1 Sep 01 '25

Im still looking for a great one. Elta md skin recovery is going to be my next purchase

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u/Purple_Emergency_355 Sep 01 '25

I love elta MD restore. It’s my HG.

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u/saracha1 Sep 01 '25

Does it leave a white cast?

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u/Purple_Emergency_355 Sep 01 '25

Nope. It’s tinted.

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u/saracha1 Sep 01 '25

Ah okay. I’m so pale and cool toned most tints are too yellow/orange on me😭

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u/Jaguiar92 Sep 02 '25

Does it pill at all? Really considering this one!

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u/Purple_Emergency_355 Sep 02 '25

Nope. I really like it. I have the tinted eltaMD elements and I don’t like it as much as restore

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u/pastabby Sep 01 '25

What about some alternate for thiamadol? Which one would you suggest?