What Is PIH—and Why Won’t It Fade?

Excerpt: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) can feel endless—especially when you're doing all the "right" things. In this post, I share my clinic-tested approach to treating PIH gently but e...

A Calmer, Smarter Way to Treat Melasma

Melasma can be one of the trickiest forms of hyperpigmentation to manage—especially if your skin is reactive or easily inflamed. In this post, I’m breaking down the gentle, clinically-informed appr...

Understanding Melasma: More Than Just Dark Patches

If melasma makes you wary of brightening products, this one is worth a closer look. Here’s why I trust Epicutis Arctigenin Brightening Treatment in my clinic for calming pigment and restoring balance.

How I Approach Melasma With Skin Recovery in Mind

Melasma is complex and frustrating—but rebuilding skin health can make a big difference. In my NYC clinic, I use Calecim Professional Serum to support post-procedure recovery and help reduce inflam...

How I Approach Melasma With Pigment-Safe Repair

Melasma is stubborn and triggered by more than sun. In my NYC clinic, I use Calecim Professional Pigment Solution to calm inflammation, fade discoloration, and rebuild the skin using a multi-pathwa...

Azelaic Acid + PHA: My Favorite Duo for Uneven Skin Tone

Melasma is complex, but your treatment plan doesn’t have to be. In my NYC clinic, I often incorporate Anfisa Ân-Dew into melasma routines to gently even skin tone and reduce inflammation without tr...