Dermamelan®
$2000 (includes an extra Melan Recovery)
Ashley Aesthetics is ultra-excited to offer this proven, professional depigmenting treatment. It is designed to eliminate or greatly reduce dark spots and can prevent their reappearance for a long-lasting outcome. Dermamelan® is a game changer! We’ve already had some very exciting results with some extremely satisfied and grateful clients.
Before Dermamelan® treatment
After just one Dermamelan® treatment
About Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common, usually harmless condition in which spots or patches of skin become darker than the normal surrounding skin. It is a global concern across all skin types and can be triggered by factors such as sun exposure, ageing, some medications, trauma, inflammation, genetics and hormonal changes. It is especially common in New Zealand where we are exposed to high levels of UV radiation. Regardless of skin colour, pigmentation is often a significant issue because of its negative psychological and emotional impact, affecting quality of life.
Dermamelan® treatment suitability
Pigmentation can affect a variety of skin types but the great news is Dermamelan® is suited to all skin types and all types of pigmentation (encompassing sun spots, liver spots, acne scarring and freckling). It is also suited to the most severe, resistant skin hyperpigmentations.
The cost of treatment and what it involves
Dermamelan® is $2000 which includes an intensive in-clinic treatment by a registered medical professional and a supply of at-home care regime products.
Because Dermamelan® is a medical grade treatment it can only be administered at a Doctor-led medical practice. Following a proper consultation, in the first part of your treatment two professional synergistic masks will be applied – these provide an intensive depigmenting action.
Then, you’re off home with your package of home treatment products where you will remove the clinician’s mask after a specified time. You should not experience any discomfort (some tightness is normal) and you can carry on with normal life. For a few weeks, you will continue to apply your follow-up products to maintain the depigmenting action. This helps treat the root of the problem and achieve a comprehensive, longer-lasting result. Makeup can be worn one day after treatment, if you wish.
Note: Online product sales are not available as the first stage of treatment must be done under the supervision of a professional in an authorised practice.
Cosmelan®
$1850 (includes an extra Melan Recovery)
Cosmelan® is a similar depigmentation product to Dermamelan® that is also highly successful at removing skin spots and preventing their reappearance. Ashley Aesthetics can advise on which depigmentation treatment will be most suited to your needs and achieve the best results for you.
This depigmenting method has an intensive corrective action while regulating the overproduction of melanin in the melanocytes which cause dark spots.
The Cosmelan® treatment method also consists of an in-clinic consultation and take home products for your home care routine to continue and complete the depigmenting action over a few weeks.
Before Cosmelan® treatment
After Cosmelan® treatment
To help you understand more about these two exciting new products we’ve answered some common questions below.
Dermamelan® works similarly to Cosmelan® but with a stronger corrective and regulating action as it contains higher amounts of the active ingredients. Usually it is reserved for more severe pigmentation issues such as severe acne scars.
While there is always some level of risk with any cosmetic procedure, side effects associated with Cosmelan® and Dermamelan® are rare. Our qualified practitioners will assess your medical history, discuss the possible risks and complications with you to ensure this treatment is suitable for you.
Both Cosmelan® and Dermamelan® are popular for a full facial treatment but are also suitable for treating body areas that commonly suffer from sun damage such as the arms, chest and shoulders where dark spots and freckles appear.
Immediately after you wash off the Cosmelan®/Dermamelan® mask you may experience side effects such as redness and flaking, but these will gradually resolve on their own.
Yes, there will be peeling! The peeling effect usually starts to kick in about two to three days following the mask procedure and is often accompanied with a tight feeling in the skin and itchiness. Application of the home care regimen will help to soothe the skin and is a strict protocol that needs to be followed to ensure the desired results.
Depending on your initial skin quality, you may see your unwanted pigmentation start to fade and notice a brighter complexion as early as one week after the treatment. With continuing use of the home-care regime the pigmentations will continue to fade. It is always imperative to use sunscreen when outdoors.