Cosmelan (Dermamelan) treatment is a peeling method that creates an exfoliating and suppressive effect on the skin with the enzyme components it contains, thus enabling the treatment of skin blemishes. In a way, it is a mask containing moisturizers and continuation creams. Technically a topical product, cosmelan dermamelan is effective in eliminating scarring and hyperpigmentation problems on the skin.
Advancing age, unprotected exposure to the harmful rays of the sun, and hormonal changes experienced during pregnancy may cause the formation of black and dark-colored spots on the skin. These blemishes may sometimes be gray, sometimes red or brown. These spots, which may occur on the arms, legs, face, neck, and décolleté areas of the skin, are aesthetically disturbing and can be treated with the cosmelan (dermamelan) method.
Cosmelan treatment reduces the melanin level in the skin and creates an anti-pigmentation effect. It suppresses the mechanism that causes spot formation under the skin and minimizes the appearance of blemishes. As in chemical peeling applications, it exfoliates the skin and removes blemishes. Depending on the level of the blemish, it allows mild and moderate skin blemishes to be treated in a single session. Medical Aesthetic Specialist Doctor Lida Çiteli, who serves her patients in Istanbul, explained for you the details about cosmelan and dermamelan spot treatment.
What Is Cosmelan and Dermamelan Spot Treatment?
Cosmelan and dermamelan treatment is a professional medical aesthetic treatment used to eliminate tone inequalities in the skin. It regulates melanin production in the skin. It contributes to reducing dark-colored spots, sun damage, melasma, and different types of hyperpigmentation occurring on the skin. Cosmelan – Dermamelan treatment enables the exfoliation of the upper layer of the skin and reduces melanin production in the skin. It is a type of mask (peeling) application.
What Does the Cosmelan-Dermamelan Mask Contain?
- Glycolic acid
- Kojic acid
- Phytic acid
- Azelaic acid
- Salicylic acid
On Which Areas of the Body Can the Cosmelan-Dermamelan Procedure Be Applied?
- On the face area
- On the neck and décolleté area
- On the legs, arms, and hands
- On the abdominal area
What Are the Benefits of the Cosmelan-Dermamelan Procedure?
- It can be applied to every skin type except very sensitive skin.
- No wounds remain on the skin after the procedure. However, redness and edema may be seen for 4-5 days.
- One month after the application, the skin softens and the blemishes disappear.
- It provides color uniformity in the skin.
- It removes deep blemishes.
- It deeply renews the skin.
- A tight and radiant skin appearance is achieved.
- It is safe since it does not contain harmful chemical substances (TCA, etc.).
- It can be applied in every season.
On Which Blemishes Is Dermamelan-Cosmelan Effective?
- Sun spots
- Pimple and acne scars
- Age-related spots
- Chloasma-Melasma
According to What Is It Decided Whether to Use Cosmelan or Dermamelan Treatment?
Cosmelan: It is applied to eliminate mild blemishes occurring on the skin and to provide an anti-aging effect.
Dermamelan: It is preferred in the treatment of intense and stubborn blemishes occurring on the skin.
Things to Consider Before and After the Application
It is necessary to stop using products that may cause irritation about one week before the treatment. Male users should shave no later than two days before the application.
After the mask is cleaned, sunscreens and restructuring products should be used. Mild edema or redness for five days following the procedure is normal. Solarium, laser epilation, or exfoliating treatments should be avoided for a while.
How Is Cosmelan-Dermamelan Applied?
Cosmelan-Dermamelan application is performed in a single session and consists of two stages:
Mask Stage: The mask is kept on the skin for an average of 8-12 hours. At the end of the period, it is washed off with warm water.
Continuation Cream Stage: For the success of the treatment, the continuation cream should be applied regularly every day.
When Does Cosmelan or Dermamelan Treatment Show Effect?
The effects generally begin to be seen after 1 week. A bright and healthy appearance is achieved after 2-3 weeks. The disappearance of dark blemishes may take 4-6 weeks. The use of continuation cream prevents the formation of new blemishes.
What Kind of Changes Occur on the Skin After the Procedure?
- Redness
- Itching
- Burning
- Sensation of tightness
These symptoms disappear within 48-72 hours.
What Is the Difference Between Cosmelan and Dermamelan?
Cosmelan and Dermamelan are professional skin blemish treatments based on similar principles. Both methods aim to suppress melanin production in the skin. Thus, the appearance of dark-colored spots occurring on the skin is reduced. However, the content intensity and level of effect differ between these two methods.
The Cosmelan method:
- In mild and moderate blemish complaints
- In skin tone inequalities
- It is preferred as a first-step spot treatment.
The Dermamelan method is preferred in:
- Deeper and chronic melasma cases
- Stubborn skin blemishes caused by hormonal reasons
- And long-term hyperpigmentation problems.
The Dermamelan method is more intense in terms of active ingredients. Therefore, it has a stronger effect. The follow-up process should be carried out much more meticulously.
Who Is Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment Suitable For?
Cosmelan – Dermamelan treatment is;
- For those complaining of sun spots
- For those experiencing chloasma and melasma problems on their skin
- For those experiencing post-acne skin blemishes
- For those complaining about inequalities in skin tone
- It is a suitable treatment method for people who want to have brighter and more homogeneous skin.
After the person is dermatologically evaluated, the most accurate treatment planning should be made according to the skin type, depth of the blemishes, and sensitivity level.
Who Is Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment Not Applied To?
Cosmelan and Dermamelan treatment is not suitable for;
- People with an active infection on their skin
- People with open wounds and severe skin irritation
- Mothers during pregnancy and breastfeeding periods
- People experiencing eczema, rosacea, or active dermatitis attacks
- People showing allergic reactions to the components contained in cosmelan dermamelan
- And those who have recently undergone intense laser or peeling procedures.
Therefore, a specialist doctor must definitely be consulted before the treatment and the most accurate treatment planning should be made.
Why Is the Use of Sunscreen Important After Cosmelan-Dermamelan?
The success of skin blemish treatments largely depends on protection from the sun. After cosmelan and dermamelan treatment, temporary sensitivity occurs on the skin. During this period, the person should use sunscreen with a high SPF value. Otherwise, the formation of new blemishes may occur. After cosmelan and dermamelan treatment, 50 plus sunscreens should be used and these creams should be renewed during the day. In the first weeks, it is necessary to completely avoid sun exposure.
How Many Sessions Is Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment Applied?
Generally, cosmelan dermamelan treatments are planned as a single session. However, the success of the treatment depends not only on the mask applied by your doctor in the clinic but also on the person's home care process. In some patients, conditions such as blemish depth, sun exposure, skin type, and hormonal factors may require supportive treatment applications.
How Should Skin Care Be After Cosmelan-Dermamelan?
After Cosmelan – Dermamelan treatment, the person's skin barrier must be protected. During this period, cosmetic products that may irritate the skin should be avoided. Products containing retinol and acids should not be used without consulting the doctor. You should moisturize the skin regularly and should not peel off the flaking skin. Regular care applications directly affect the success of treatment results.
What Are the Advantages of Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment?
- It does not require a surgical intervention, incision, or stitches
- It allows the person to quickly return to daily life
- It balances the skin tone
- It gives the skin a bright and radiant appearance
- It is effective even on difficult blemishes such as melasma
- It supports collagen production
- It provides a significant increase in skin quality
- Providing successful results even in a single session is among the advantages of cosmelan dermamelan treatment.
Are There Any Side Effects of Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment?
Some temporary reactions may occur on the person's skin after the treatment. All these are expected and short-term side effects. The most common side effects after Cosmelan-Dermamelan treatment are as follows:
- Mild redness
- Flaking on the skin
- Sensation of tightness
- Mild burning sensation in the application area
All these effects gradually decrease and disappear within a few days. In case of severe reactions, you should consult your doctor without delay.
What Is the Price of Cosmelan-Dermamelan?
Prices vary according to the skin analysis to be performed, the intensity of the blemish, and the application to be carried out. Specialist doctor experience and product quality are the most important details for the success of the treatment. To get current and clear information about Cosmelan – Dermamelan treatment prices, you can contact a medical aesthetics clinic.
Which Provinces Do We Provide Cosmelan-Dermamelan Treatment Services In?
Medical Aesthetic Specialist Doctor Lida Çiteli provides cosmelan – dermamelan treatment services to patients coming from various provinces of Türkiye and from different geographies of the world within the scope of health tourism at her Istanbul-based clinic.
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Which treatment is more effective depends on the depth of the blemish. In mild and moderate skin blemishes, the cosmelan method is usually sufficient. However, in more intense and chronic melasma spots, dermamelan application provides more successful results.
During the treatment, the person may feel a mild burning or warming sensation. Sensitivity may occur for a few days after the treatment. However, this sensitivity gradually decreases and disappears within a short time.
Yes, peeling that occurs on the skin is one of the natural results of the treatment. This condition is part of the skin’s self-renewal process.
Cosmelan dermamelan treatment greatly reduces the appearance of blemishes. However, not using sunscreen, hormonal changes occurring in the body, and excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays may cause skin blemishes to reappear.
The skin remains sensitive during the first few days after the treatment. Therefore, the use of makeup or any cosmetic products is not recommended. After some time, certain mild products may be used with the doctor’s approval.
The initial healing process is completed within five to seven days. However, several weeks may be required for the skin to become fully balanced.
Yes, cosmelan treatment is highly effective in the treatment of superficial or medium-depth melasma spots.
If proper sun protection is not maintained after the treatment, hormonal changes occur in the body, or proper care steps are not followed, skin blemishes may reappear.
Yes, cosmelan-dermamelan treatment can be applied to the skin of both female and male patients. Male patients complaining of sun spots and acne blemishes can also safely undergo cosmelan-dermamelan treatment.
