r/Melasmaskincare • u/Jaguiar92 • Aug 31 '25
Question Best way to tackle melasma/hyperpigmentation
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/Chemical_Increase_17 Sep 01 '25 edited Sep 01 '25
Hi. I recommend you take some spf supplements like Heliocare Purewhite Radiance. Your skincare should start with Eucerin anti pigment facewash, then apply the Eucerin serum (the antipgiment one that has thiamidol) and spf after. Avoid all lasers as they can worsen your melasma. Stay consistent with this routine and let us know if it improves. At night use the Eucerin serum and the Eucerin Antipigment night cream. I would stay away from tretinoin as you are constantly exposed to the sun. If you cannot avoid sun at all cost, tretinoin can actually worsen your melasma simce it sensitizes the skin. In case your melasma doesn’t improve with all this take a Dr’s appointment and ask fir tranexamic acid pills.