TXA Restore for Melasma

Q: Which vitamin is good for melasma?

Vitamin C can be good for certain people with melasma. Its not going to be sufficient on its own, and you need to really take sun protection seriously when you use Vitamin C, especially as sun exposure will darken melasma.

Q: How can I get rid of melasma naturally?

Naturally means something different to each person. But usually our patients who ask about natural remedies are looking to avoid systemic medications. For melasma, that means laser treatments and natural skincare routine, and good sun protection (which can be a mineral sunscreen or even UPF clothing).

Q: Which cream is best for melasma?

Over-the-counter creams and skincare work better for preventative maintenance than for removing dark spots. But when we talk about ingredients in creams that are good for melasma, we like to look for 1 or more of these ingredients: tranexamic acid, vitamin C, and hydroquinone. Sunscreen will also be critical in keeping melasma from darkening.

Q: What is the best way to treat melasma?

The best way to treat melasma depends upon the individual, but all treatment needs to include both active treatments to remove the pigment in the skin AND a proactive skincare and medication routine to prevent new pigment from developing. An example of this might be clear + brilliant laser treatment to remove the spots you have, plus tranexamic acid prescription to use everyday, plus sunscreen used daily.

Q: Can Melasma be cured permanently?

No, currently melasma cannot be cured. However, we can usually manage it with ease when patients are consistent with their prevention using medications and skincare at home.

Q: What are the major risk factors of melasma?

Major risk factors for melasma include sun exposure, hormonal changes, genetics, and having a darker skin type.

Q: What type of melasma is most difficult to treat?

There are three main types of melasma, including epidermal, dermal, and mixed. Dermal melasma is considered the most difficult to treat, as the pigment lies deeper in the skin.

Q: Can melasma spread to other parts of the body?

Melasma primarily affects the face and occurs symmetrically on the cheeks, bridge of the nose, forehead, chin, and above the upper lip. It is less common for it to appear on other areas of the body and does not usually “spread” from existing patches. However, it can develop in new areas with sufficient triggers.

Q: What kind of treatment helps with melasma?

There are various treatment options available for melasma. These include topical creams, chemical peels, laser treatments, and sun protection. Our team will create a personalized melasma treatment plan to help you achieve your skin goals.

Q: What triggers a melasma flare up?

Melasma may be triggered by sun exposure, hormonal changes, cosmetic products that are irritating to the skin, stress, and thyroid disease.

If you’ve been suffering with melasma that’s not reacting well to treatments, or is maybe even getting worse after lasers, chemical peels, or skincare trial-and-error, this is a treatment our doctors would love to discuss with you.

Tranexamic Acid for Melasma: Skip Creams & Pills – Try This Instead

Tranexamic acid works wonderfully for dark spots when they’re caused by melasma, and when it’s used either as a prescription pill or injected into the skin directly. There are more risks with taking tranexamic acid as a pill since it will interact with all of your body and not just the skin on your face (unlike when it’s injected).

Tranexamic Acid (often abbreviated as TXA or TA) is a synthesized amino acid that is used to treat moderate to severe melasma, especially in patients that have not had success with other treatments like lasers, skincare (sunscreen), and other prescription medication. TXA Restore uses precision micro-injection to deliver this groundbreaking drug along with other brightening agents like vitamin C, in a safer, more effective treatment.

TXA Restore Quick Facts

Only available at Reflections
$900 for full face
Effective for severe melasma and melasma that’s resistent to other treatments
Targets the root cause of melasma

TXA Restore™ is available exclusively at Reflections Center in New Jersey. It is a treatment our doctors created to perfect the delivery of a very powerful and proven drug to treat melasma, Tranexamic Acid.

How is Tranexamic Acid Used to Treat Melasma?

TXA Restore to Treat Melasma

Tranexamic Acid (abbreviated as either TA or TXA) can be delivered in a variety of formats (pills, topicals, injections, etc.), but it always functions the same way to treat melasma. This synthesized amino acid interrupts the creation of new melanocytes, which are the cellular precursors to melanin, the cause of the dark brownish-grey patches that are characteristic of melasma. You can learn much more about TXA and how it’s used to treat melasma on our tranexamic acid page.

During TXA Restore, Tranexamic Acid is Precision-Injected Using A Computer-Controlled Micro-Injection System

This unique treatment overcomes the main obstacles we as doctors have known for some time as the best way to use TXA in treating melasma, which is to inject it into the layers of the skin. Previously, injecting TXA relied on the doctor’s hand precision and endurance and was a long and arduous process of repeating hundreds of tiny injections with precision throughout the entire face. It was nearly impossible for both patient and doctor.

This new treatment technology harnesses a computer to manage the flow of Tranexamic Acid and other brightening agents like vitamin C through hollow-tipped needles. It also controls the depth of injections, and it does this with a micro-needling-esque handpiece that delivers many, many injections with each stamp. The process is precise, much faster, and much more comfortable for the patient. The experience for the patient is most similar to an RF microneedling treatment.

Recovery & Downtime: 1-2 days
Numbing: Yes
Cost: $900 for full face

Candidacy: Those with melasma
Duration: Long-term
Why We Love It: Safe and effective way to treat melasma

Why Choose Reflections Center
for TXA Restore Treatment

Severe melasma can take a toll on a person’s self-esteem and quality of life. Because of this, our team created the TXA Restore treatment for help treat severe cases of melasma effectively.

Physicians at Reflections Center created TXA Restore treatment, therefore you cannot find it at any other medical practice. Our physicians are constantly researching and studying the last medical technologies to help all of our patients achieve their cosmetic goals. For many years, patients have had difficulty treating moderate to severe melasma, but our innovate treatment design can help!

Our team believes in personalized care, which means that we take the time to discuss your aesthetic goals and medical history to find a treatment that is right for you. No two patients are the same, which is why this approach is so effective.

If you are interested in learning more about the TXA Restore treatment, you can schedule a free consultation with one of our highly experienced, knowledgeable physicians. We will be happy to help you find an effective solution for your skin needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which vitamin is good for melasma?

How can I get rid of melasma naturally?

Which cream is best for melasma?

What is the best way to treat melasma?

Can Melasma be cured permanently?

What are the major risk factors of melasma?

What type of melasma is most difficult to treat?

Can melasma spread to other parts of the body?

What kind of treatment helps with melasma?

What triggers a melasma flare up?

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Dr. Mitchell Chasin

Dr. Mitchell Chasin is a Cosmetic & Laser Physician at Reflections Center. Dr. Chasin believes strongly that the best cosmetic physicians are those who are dedicated to mastering their craft through continuing education and collaboration with the industry’s top doctors.

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