Cosmelan & Dermamelan are brand-based depigmentation systems; they are not considered the same as general pigmentation treatment and require follow-up.
What are Cosmelan and Dermamelan?
Cosmelan and Dermamelan are professional depigmentation systems belonging to the Mesoestetic brand. They are not a general "spot treatment" and are not considered completely the same. They are defined as protocols where the clinical stage and home-based care are planned together.
First, the diagnosis of the pigmentation
Melasma, sun-related spots, post-inflammatory pigmentation and suspicious pigmented lesions should be distinguished from each other. In a new, changing, irregular or bleeding formation, a dermatological evaluation is required before applying cosmetic products.
The role of home care
An in-clinic procedure is only one part of the process. The order and frequency of products used at home, and the skin's tolerance of them, also matter. Using more does not accelerate recovery and may increase irritation and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Expected temporary effects
Redness, dryness, burning, tenderness and peeling may occur. Barrier-supportive care and sun protection are tailored to the individual. Severe swelling, blistering, increasing pain or a widespread reaction requires medical assessment.
Sun protection and recurrence
Melasma tends to recur; it can darken with the effects of sunlight, visible light, heat, and hormones. Therefore, the result cannot be guaranteed as "lifetime with one session". Protection and sustainable care are part of long-term management.
The difference with other options
Pigmentation Treatment is the broader heading that covers diagnosis and all available options. Q-Switched Laser and Chemical Peel are different methods and are compared according to the person's skin tone, diagnosis and risks.
Related Treatments
These systems for pigment appearance do not replace the general pigmentation plan without evaluating diagnosis, skin tone and care tolerance.
Pigmentation Treatment
Spot Treatment puts determining the type of pigment appearance before the product/protocol selection.
Q-Switched Laser
Q-switch addresses the risk of color change depending on the quality of the pigment target and the skin tone.
The system does not replace diagnosis
A brand name alone does not determine the type of pigmentation or personal suitability.
Follow-up and tolerance
Aftercare and the skin's tolerance of irritation are part of the safety plan.
- Evaluation of the type of pigmentation and skin tone
- Discussion of care with the possibility of irritation/desquamation
- Clarification of the need for sun protection and monitoring
This page does not guarantee a specific protocol, duration or result.
Questions about Cosmelan and Dermamelan
Branded protocol, pigmentation diagnosis, home care, irritation, sun protection and recurrence.
No. They are different professional depigmentation systems of the same brand; their plans should not be assumed to be equivalent.
No. First, the diagnosis of the lesion, skin tone, barrier condition and risks are evaluated.
In these systems, home care is an important part of the protocol; products should be used according to personal tolerance.
Yes. Dryness, sensitivity, burning, redness and peeling may be observed.
No. Melasma can especially recur; protection and sustainable care are needed.
UV and visible light can increase pigmentation and may also affect the risk of darkening after treatment.
For severe swelling, blistering, increasing pain or a widespread reaction, the product should be stopped and medical advice sought.