Cosmelan is a professional depigmentation treatment by Mesoestetic. It combines an in-clinic mask with a home-care cream to reduce melasma, sun spots and post-inflammatory marks. It is one of the most established options for stubborn pigment and suits many skin types, including darker skin.
Why Choose Charisma for Cosmelan Peel
- Authentic Mesoestetic protocol — clinic mask, home cream and follow-up as the manufacturer designs it.
- Mask timing by skin type — the doctor sets how long the mask stays on based on your skin and pigment.
- Close follow-up — reviews in the first weeks to manage redness and adjust home care.
- Combination options — PICO laser or Innovyal later in the plan for deeper pigment.
What Is the Cosmelan Peel?
Cosmelan is not a classic acid peel. The Cosmelan 1 mask contains agents such as azelaic acid, kojic acid, phytic acid, arbutin, ascorbic acid and retinoid derivatives that block tyrosinase, the enzyme pigment cells use to make melanin. The Cosmelan 2 cream continues this at home. Over several weeks, existing pigment sheds and new pigment production slows.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
- Melasma — especially epidermal and mixed types.
- Sun spots — pigment from years of UV exposure.
- Post-inflammatory marks — dark marks after acne or irritation.
- Darker skin types — Fitzpatrick IV to VI, where some lasers carry more risk.
Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with active eczema, dermatitis or infection on the face.
Key Benefits
- Visible lightening in 4 weeks — with further improvement over the following months.
- Even skin tone — brighter, clearer complexion.
- Works on darker skin — when done with the correct protocol.
- Home maintenance built in — Cosmelan 2 supports long-term control.
Cosmelan vs Dermamelan vs Chemical Peels vs Laser
- Cosmelan — clinic mask removed at home, for facial pigmentation.
- Dermamelan — a related Mesoestetic protocol often used for more resistant pigment or body areas.
- Chemical peels — glycolic, TCA or mandelic peels exfoliate the surface but do not block pigment production as strongly.
- Laser — PICO breaks up pigment with little heat; Cosmelan is often used first or alongside to keep pigment production low.
Procedure
- Consultation — confirms suitability and plans mask time.
- Cleansing — skin is cleansed and degreased.
- Cosmelan 1 mask — applied in clinic.
- Removal at home — washed off after the prescribed number of hours.
- Cosmelan 2 cream — started at home following the doctor’s schedule.
- Follow-up visits — to check healing and adjust care.
Recovery Timeline Week by Week
- Days 1 to 3 — redness, tightness and warmth.
- Days 3 to 10 — fine peeling and dryness.
- Weeks 2 to 4 — skin settles and pigment looks lighter.
- Months 2 to 3 — full result with continued home care.
Pre-Treatment Guidelines
- Stop retinoids and acids — about a week before.
- No waxing or threading on the face for a week.
- Clear your calendar — plan a few quiet days.
Aftercare
- Moisturise — use the recommended soothing cream often.
- SPF 50 every day — and reapply outdoors.
- Avoid heat — no sauna, steam or intense exercise for a week.
- Use Cosmelan 2 as prescribed — this is what keeps results.
Cosmelan for Dark Circles and Body Pigmentation
Dedicated eye-area products from the same range can be used for pigment-related dark circles, and the Dermamelan protocol can treat body areas such as underarms, knees and elbows. Your doctor decides whether these are right for your skin.
Cosmelan for Men
Men with sun spots or post-acne marks can use Cosmelan. Beard areas need the mask applied carefully and may peel differently.
Combined Protocols
- Cosmelan then PICO — for pigment that remains after the peel.
- Cosmelan with Innovyal — boosters later to hydrate and brighten.
- Maintenance peels — light peels every few months.
Cosmelan Peel in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Charisma offers Cosmelan at its Dubai and Abu Dhabi clinics. Because UAE sun can reverse results quickly, every plan includes sun protection guidance and maintenance.
Cosmelan Peel Price in Dubai
The price includes the clinic treatment and the home-care kit. Your doctor confirms the full cost, including any follow-up products, during consultation.
FAQs
How long do Cosmelan results last?
Results can last a long time with sun protection and maintenance. Melasma can return with sun or hormonal change.
Is Cosmelan better than laser?
Neither is better for everyone. Cosmelan is often safer as a first step for melasma, and laser can be added for remaining pigment.
Does Cosmelan lighten normal skin?
No. It targets excess pigment and evens tone rather than changing your natural colour.
Can pigmentation come back?
Yes, if sun protection and maintenance stop.
Is there much peeling?
Most patients have fine peeling for about a week rather than large sheets.