JAKARTA - Looking in the mirror every day and seeing a tan stain that does not fade on the face is not just a matter of appearance. For many people, especially women, melasma can affect confidence, social activity, and quality of life. Unfortunately, there are still many people who think that all flecks on the face are the same, so the handling is often not appropriate.
In order to commemorate Melasma Awareness Month, PT Unison Medika Jaya invites the public to get to know more about melasma through education with skin specialists, aesthetic doctors, and melasma survivors. This activity aims to increase public understanding of risk factors, the importance of proper diagnosis, and the development of melasma therapy which is now increasingly comprehensive.
Melasma is one of the most common hyperpigmentation disorders that are difficult to overcome. This condition is characterized by the appearance of light to dark brown spots on the face, especially those that are often exposed to sunlight, such as the cheeks, forehead, nose, and upper lips. Various studies show that more than 90% of melasma sufferers are women, especially at reproductive age. The Indonesian community itself is included in the group that is more prone to melasma.
In addition to being in the tropics with high ultraviolet (UV) exposure throughout the year, the majority of Indonesians have Fitzpatrick IV-V skin phototypes that are naturally more prone to hyperpigmentation due to sun exposure. In addition to UV rays, other factors such as hormonal changes, genetics, visible light exposure, and inflammatory processes on the skin also play a role in the appearance of melasma. This condition was experienced by Margaret Vivi, a melasma survivor. At first he thought the spots on his face were just ordinary spots. Over time, the spots became more difficult to fade and began to affect his self-confidence.
"At first I thought this was just a normal mole. Gradually I became less confident because the mole did not fade. After consulting a doctor, I finally understood that melasma does require proper and consistent treatment," he said.
According to Dr. Stanley Setiawan, a dermatologist, the most important step in treating melasma is to ensure the correct diagnosis before determining the therapy.
"Not all dark spots on the face are melasma. Because the causes can be different, a doctor's examination is important so that patients get the right treatment. On the other hand, self-treatment without the right understanding is at risk of damaging the skin barrier and worsening skin conditions. One of the depigmentation therapies that I apply in daily practice is redermalization using Skin Booster which contains Hyaluronic Acid and Succinic Acid," he explained.
One of the latest approaches to improving the overall quality of the skin and at the same time fading dark spots is through redermalization with Xela Rederm, a Skin Booster that combines Hyaluronic Acid and Succinic Acid to help fade hyperpigmentation while improving hydration and skin quality. Meanwhile, Dr. Ratna Yuliarviana, a cosmetic doctor, explained that the success of melasma therapy requires a comprehensive approach.
"Melasma can indeed be controlled, but it requires patience and consistency. In daily practice, I combine redermalization using Hyaluronic Acid and Succinic Acid with Growth Factors to improve skin quality and support cell regeneration. This therapy needs to be balanced with the use of sunscreen every day so that the results are more optimal and the risk of recurrence can be minimized," he said.
Dermaceutical therapy can be combined with AQ Serum, which is formulated with Growth Factors to support skin cell regeneration, help reduce the inflammatory process, and accelerate recovery so that the appearance of hyperpigmentation can gradually improve. In addition to actions in the clinic, daily use of sunscreen with broad spectrum protection and high SPF is also an important part of helping to protect the skin and reduce the risk of recurrence of melasma.
Through the Melasma Awareness Month, PT Unison Medika Jaya hopes that more people will understand that melasma is not just a cosmetic problem without a solution, but a skin condition that can be controlled through proper diagnosis, appropriate therapy, protection against sun exposure, and commitment to undergoing treatment consistently.
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