Skin Concerns
Melasma Treatment in Oak Lawn, IL
(opens Google Maps)Melasma is patchy brown pigment that comes back easily. A slow, gentle plan and daily sun protection tend to work better than strong one-off treatments.
On this page 13 sections
- How Is Melasma Treated?
- What Causes Melasma
- Melasma Treatments at Magic FemTouch
- Which Melasma Treatment Fits You?
- Why Melasma Needs a Gentle Plan
- Melasma Facials and Peels
- What a Melasma Plan Looks Like
- Reviews From Our Peel and Facial Clients
- Melasma Treatment on W 95th Street
- More on Melasma and Pigment
- Melasma Questions
- Gentle Treatments for Uneven Tone
- Start a Melasma Plan
Quick answer
How Is Melasma Treated?
Melasma is treated slowly and gently, because irritation and heat can make it darker. At Magic FemTouch in Oak Lawn, the options are light chemical peels, the VI Peel, the OxyGeneo Brightening facial and the HydraFacial, with daily sunscreen. Melasma tends to come back, so most plans include upkeep.
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What Causes Melasma
Melasma shows up as larger brown or gray-brown patches, often on both cheeks, the forehead, the upper lip or the chin. It is far more common in women.
Hormones set it off: pregnancy, birth control pills and hormone therapy are common triggers. Sun, visible light and heat make it darker. Medium and darker skin tones get it more often.
Melasma Treatments at Magic FemTouch
Gentle treatments, repeated over time, are the usual approach to melasma. Your provider picks one and moves slowly.
Which Melasma Treatment Fits You?
| Treatment | Role in a melasma plan | Downtime |
|---|---|---|
| Light chemical peel | The usual starting point, repeated in a series | Light flaking, or none |
| VI Peel | A stronger step once your skin tolerates light peels | About a week of peeling |
| OxyGeneo Brightening | Brightening ingredients with little irritation | None for most people |
| HydraFacial | Gentle exfoliation and hydration for upkeep | None for most people |
| Lasers and BBL | Used with great care, if at all, since heat can darken melasma | Varies |
Most melasma plans mix these over months. Results vary, and melasma can return with sun, heat or hormone changes.
Why Melasma Needs a Gentle Plan
The pigment cells in melasma overreact. Strong peels, heat and aggressive scrubbing can inflame the skin, and inflamed skin often makes more pigment, leaving the patches darker than before.
That is why your provider starts light, watches how your skin responds for a few weeks, and only then steps up. See chemical peels for hyperpigmentation for the peel menu.
Melasma Facials and Peels
Between peels, a gentle facial keeps the skin even without irritating it. The OxyGeneo Brightening facial uses an OxyPod with azelaic and kojic acids, two ingredients used for uneven tone, and a HydraFacial exfoliates with little friction.
For separate brown spots rather than patches, see sun spots and dark spots. The treatments overlap, but the plan is different.
What a Melasma Plan Looks Like
First visit
Skin Check
Your provider looks at the pattern and asks about pregnancy, birth control and sun habits.
Months 1 to 3
Start Light
Gentle peels or facials every few weeks, with SPF every day.
Months 3 to 6
Step Up Slowly
A stronger peel, only if your skin has handled the light ones well.
Ongoing
Keep It Even
Upkeep visits, most often in summer, when melasma tends to darken.
Reviews From Our Peel and Facial Clients
Results vary, and no result is guaranteed.
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Google
170 reviews on Google
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“I love this place so much. They are so professional and do an amazing job. I’ve been going for the past few months for chemical peels and micro needling, and I can see a noticeable difference in my face. I practically wear no make up now and I’m so happy about that. Thanks ladies are the best!!”
★★★★★
I found this place by stumbling on a groupon deal for a facial and chemical peel. Since I discovered this gem I will never go anywhere else. They do everything here and with great prices! Modern, clean, and over all great atmosphere. Angie my tech was wonderful. Already scheduled my nxt appointment!
A P.Google review · ★★★★★
I absolutely love Magic Fem Touch! I’ve been coming here for laser hair removal, chemical peels, and microneedling, and every single appointment has been amazing. The results are honestly better than I expected — my skin has never looked this smooth and glowing. They’re super clean, professional, and make you feel comfortable the whole time. The laser sessions are quick and effective, and the chemical peels + microneedling have completely transformed my texture and brightness. I get so many compliments now! If you’re looking for real results and someone who actually cares about your skin, this is the place. Highly recommend Magic Fem Touch!
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Melasma Treatment on W 95th Street
The clinic is in Oak Lawn, about 10 to 15 minutes from Evergreen Park, with free parking. Hours, parking and directions are on the visit page.
Melasma Questions
Can melasma be cured?
Melasma can fade a lot with treatment, but it tends to come back with sun, heat or hormone changes. Most people think of it as something to manage over time, with upkeep visits and daily sun protection.
What is a melasma facial?
A facial planned around melasma: gentle exfoliation, brightening ingredients and no heat or harsh scrubbing. At our clinic, the OxyGeneo Brightening facial and the HydraFacial fill this role between peels. Your esthetician adjusts it to your skin.
Can lasers make melasma worse?
They can. Heat and strong light can inflame the skin and darken melasma, so lasers and BBL are used with great care, if at all. Your provider usually starts with gentle peels and facials and watches how your skin responds.
Why does melasma get worse in summer?
Sun, visible light and heat all push pigment cells to make more pigment. Summer brings more of all three. Daily mineral sunscreen, a hat and shade help, and many plans add an upkeep visit before or after summer.
Can I treat melasma while pregnant?
Melasma often starts in pregnancy, and some fade after the baby arrives. Many peels and brightening ingredients are avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your provider may suggest sun protection and gentle facials until you're done.
How much does melasma treatment cost at Magic FemTouch MedSpa?
Most melasma plans take several visits over a few months, so the cost depends on the treatments and the number of visits. Your provider confirms the price at your skin check, before anything starts.
Where can I get melasma treatment near Oak Lawn?
Magic FemTouch MedSpa treats melasma at 6830 W 95th St in Oak Lawn. It's about 10 to 15 minutes from Evergreen Park and about 15 from Beverly, with free parking. Request a skin check with the form, or call (708) 529-7655.
Gentle Treatments for Uneven Tone
Start a Melasma Plan
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