Cosmelan depigmentation pathway

Understanding comes before treatment. Read what this treatment involves, its limitations, and begin with a free consultation.

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Suitability comes first.

Suitability comes first.

Suitability comes first.

No treatment is confirmed on this page. Medical history, expectations and risk tolerance all shape whether this pathway is appropriate for you.

At a glance

What it may, and may not, do.

What it may, and may not, do.

What it is

A structured professional depigmentation programme combining an in clinic phase with prescribed home maintenance.

For those who want to know more

The fuller picture.

The fuller picture.

The fuller picture.

A structured professional depigmentation programme combining an in clinic phase with prescribed home maintenance.

At a glance

Appointment: Clinic mask plus home programme. Plan: Structured multi month pathway. Downtime: Redness, dryness and peeling possible. Results: Progressive pigment control.

Indicative guide only. Exact timing, course, recovery and suitability are confirmed after assessment.

How it works

The mechanism, without the marketing

Cosmelan is a professional depigmentation pathway combining an in clinic mask with a structured home programme. It is used for selected melasma and uneven pigmentation concerns by reducing pathways involved in excess pigment production. The home phase is a major part of the treatment; this is not a one off peel that ends when the mask is removed.

What we assess

The details that change the plan

  • Type and depth of pigmentation, including melasma triggers

  • Skin type, inflammation and risk of post inflammatory pigmentation

  • Pregnancy, medicines, recent procedures and skincare tolerance

  • Ability to follow homecare, sun protection and review appointments

Before, during & after

What the appointment may involve

Before, assessment: Pigmentation is assessed carefully because brown marks do not all have the same cause. The skin may need preparation and triggering factors are discussed.

During, treatment: The clinic mask is applied for a prescribed period, then removed at home according to individual instructions. The maintenance products begin on a planned schedule.

After, recovery: Redness, tightness, dryness, sensitivity and peeling can be significant. The home programme may need adjustment rather than simply pushing through irritation.

Results, course & recovery

What changes, and when

Improvement is gradual and maintenance matters because melasma and pigment can recur. Progress is assessed with consistent photography and treatment is modified according to tolerance.

Limits, risks & alternatives

The part that should never be hidden

Cosmelan cannot permanently cure melasma or prevent all recurrence. Over treatment and poor sun protection can worsen inflammation and pigmentation. Risks include dermatitis, prolonged redness and pigment change. Other pathways may include medical skincare, superficial peels, carefully selected light or laser treatment, or dermatology input.

Concerns this may relate to

Start from the why. These pages explain the concern, not just the procedure: Pigmentation.

Begin with a free consultation

Information can narrow the possibilities. Your free consultation is where we identify the right pathway. Start your free consultation.

Start from the why

Concerns this may relate to.

Concerns this may relate to.

Concerns this may relate to.

Still wondering?

Three common questions.

Three common questions.

Three common questions.

Can I book this treatment immediately?

Treatment can only proceed after suitability, risks, alternatives and consent have been discussed. Your consultation is free and does not obligate you to proceed.

Will I need a course?

That depends on the indication and your response. We will explain what is essential, what is optional and when it is reasonable to review before committing further.

Are results guaranteed?

No medical aesthetic treatment can guarantee a specific outcome. We discuss likely benefit, uncertainty, downtime and risk before a decision is made.

Bring the concern.
We will help find the path.

Bring the concern.
We will help find the path.

Bring the concern.
We will help find the path.

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Glow Works
Skin Clinic

Glow

Works.

Medical Doctor led skin, aesthetic, hair and body care. We begin with a free consultation, not a treatment menu.

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118 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6TU

Mon to Sat, 9am to 7pm

© 2026 Glow Works Ltd

Medical information is general; suitability is assessed individually.

It's the little things.

Glow Works
Skin Clinic

Glow

Works.

Medical Doctor led skin, aesthetic, hair and body care. We begin with a free consultation, not a treatment menu.

Visit

118 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6TU

Mon to Sat, 9am to 7pm

© 2026 Glow Works Ltd

Medical information is general; suitability is assessed individually.

It’s the little things.

Glow Works
Skin Clinic

Glow

Works.

Medical Doctor led skin, aesthetic, hair and body care. We begin with a free consultation, not a treatment menu.

Visit

118 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6TU

Mon to Sat, 9am to 7pm

© 2026 Glow Works Ltd

Medical information is general; suitability is assessed individually.

It's the little things.