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Melasmex-Q Deep™ Aftercare Instructions

Specialist care following deep-level pigment laser treatment

Thank you for choosing Melasmex-Q Deep™, our advanced laser protocol designed to improve deeper pigmentation such as Hori’s Naevus (ABNOM) and other dermal melanosis conditions. This type of pigmentation sits deeper in the skin than melasma and often requires a series of gentle, carefully-spaced treatments.

Following the correct aftercare is essential for safety and for achieving the best possible results.

 What to Expect After Treatment

  • The area may appear slightly pink, warm or mildly swollen for a short time.

  • Some patients experience temporary darkening of pigmentation before it lightens.

  • Mild dryness or flaking is normal over the first few days.

  • Improvements are gradual and may develop over several weeks.

  • Deep pigment conditions usually require multiple sessions for noticeable changes.

There is usually little to no downtime, and most people return to normal activity immediately.

 Essential Aftercare

1. Protect your skin from the sun

This is the most important part of your aftercare.

  • Apply SPF 50 daily to the treated area.

  • Reapply SPF if you are outside or exposed to daylight through windows.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.

  • Do not use sunbeds at any time.

Sun exposure can reactivate pigment and significantly slow your progress.

2. Keep the skin cool and calm

For the first 48 hours, avoid anything that heats or irritates the skin:

  • steam rooms, hot baths, Jacuzzis

  • intense exercise or sweating

  • hot yoga or saunas

  • facial steaming or home devices

Heat can stimulate deeper pigment cells and make the condition slower to improve.

3. Avoid active or harsh skincare for 3–5 days

Avoid:

  • retinoids (tretinoin, adapalene, retinal)

  • acid-based products (AHAs/BHAs)

  • vitamin C serums

  • scrubs, exfoliants or peels

  • strong cleansers or astringents

Use gentle products only:

  • a mild cleanser

  • a simple moisturiser

  • sunscreen (morning)

If you have been prescribed pigment-suppressive skincare, your practitioner will advise when to restart it (usually after 48–72 hours).

4. Do not pick or rub the skin

Dermal pigment conditions respond best when the skin barrier is undisturbed.

Avoid:

  • rubbing

  • scratching

  • peeling or picking

  • friction from towels, masks, straps or helmets

Let the skin settle naturally.

5. Makeup

  • Makeup can usually be worn the next day if the skin feels comfortable.

  • Use non-irritating products and remove them gently.

 Healing Timeline

Because Melasmex-Q Deep™ targets pigment within the deeper dermis, improvement is more gradual than with superficial pigment treatments.

Typical timeline:

  • Week 1–2: darkening may settle; skin tone begins to stabilise

  • Week 3–6: early brightening may be visible

  • Multiple sessions: progressive lightening, blending and softening of pigment

Deep pigment conditions usually need a structured course of treatment.

Your practitioner will advise the ideal spacing between sessions.

 When to Contact the Clinic

Please contact us if you notice:

  • unexpected or rapidly worsening darkening

  • significant redness lasting more than 48 hours

  • blistering or crusting

  • pain that increases instead of settling

  • signs of infection

  • any concerns about healing or the response

We are here to support you throughout your treatment journey.

 Maintaining Your Results

To maintain improvement from Melasmex-Q Deep™, it is important to:

  • Use SPF 50 daily, all year round

  • Avoid unnecessary heat exposure

  • Follow any prescribed pigment-control skincare routine

  • Manage triggers such as inflammation, acne or irritation promptly

  • Attend maintenance treatments if recommended

Deep pigment conditions are chronic but can be significantly improved and stabilised with the right approach.

 Questions or Further Advice

If you have any concerns or need personalised guidance, please contact the clinic. We are always happy to help.