The Best Laser Treatments for Hyperpigmentation | Dr. Sam Ellis

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Everyone has been asking me about the best laser treatments for skin concerns like brown spots and Melasma. So I put this laser guide together for you so you know what laser treatments are the most effective at treating brown spots, hyperpigmentation and Melasma. Stay tuned for the 2nd part of this guide going live next week when I dive into the best laser treatments for aging skin and texture issues. Here are examples of lasers that treat the various skin concerns I’ve discussed! Keep in mind, these are just examples and this list does not include all laser brands/devices. Lasers for brown spots: Picosecond lasers(Target: Pigment/melanin): PicoWay \\ PicoSure Q-switched Alexandrite lasers (Target: Pigment/melanin): Alex TriVantage, QX MAX Nd:YAG 1064 (Targets water, hemoglobin, melanin): Laser Genesis, Aerolase Non-ablative fractional lasers (Target: Water): ex. Clear + Brilliant (gentle) \\ Moxi (gentle) \\ Fraxel Dual \\ LaseMD Mixed non-ablative + ablative fractional lasers (Target: Water): HALO Ablative fractional CO2 lasers (Target: Water): Fraxel Re:pair \\ eCO2 \\ Mixto \\ CO2RE \\ UltraPulse \\ Smartskin+\\ DOT) Ablative fractional Erbium:YAG (better for skin of color): Fotona SP Dynamis \\ Sciton Joule More videos: Best Melasma Treatments: https://youtu.be/6H0ZGnToVB8 Dermatologist’s Best Skincare Ingredients for Hyperpigmentation: https://youtu.be/O3Hqw0eIJqQ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 01:26 How lasers generally work 02:54 Best laser for Melasma 04:21 Best laser for Brown Spots 12:38 Subscribe! My shirt*: https://rstyle.me/+X9YpvaMnx8W7N5hJpzXNUQ More skincare videos: Nighttime Skincare Routine: https://youtu.be/zvQV7xhlTXw Anti-Aging Skincare Ingredients: https://youtu.be/YgYE3BbyAiQ CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaellis/ Website: https://www.mybeautymd.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Thanks for watching!