Melasma responds not only to UV but to heat and visible light, which is why it flares in the Dubai summer even for people who avoid the sun.
Common mistakes
- Applying sunscreen once in the morning only
- Harsh exfoliants that irritate the skin
- Home-made lightening mixtures
- Stopping treatment as soon as the colour improves
What helps
A correct diagnosis of the melasma type, then a plan combining clinic, home care and protection, with a maintenance phase.