First, what you need to know: Treatment varies depending on the type of blemish
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Type |
Characteristics |
Main Approach |
|---|---|---|
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Senile Pigment Spots (sun spots) |
Brown spots with clear outlines |
Topical (hydroquinone, tretinoin), laser |
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Melasma |
Symmetrically spreading vaguely around the cheekbones |
Oral medication (tranexamic acid) is the first choice. Lasers carry a risk of worsening the condition. |
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Freckles |
Small, pinpoint spots, present since childhood |
Topical treatment, light therapy |
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Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation |
Acne scars, wounds |
Oral medication + topical treatment + time |
Melasma, in particular, can worsen with self-diagnosed laser treatment. "Start with oral medication" is the rule of thumb.
Oral Treatment | Whitening 3-Piece Set
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Oral Medication |
Role |
|---|---|
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Tranexamic Acid |
Blocks melanin production signals. Central to melasma treatment. |
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Cenal (Vitamin C) |
Suppresses melanin production and supports reduction |
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Yuvela (Vitamin E) |
Antioxidant + promotes blood circulation to support skin cell turnover |
Since the three have different roles, taking them as a set is efficient. Please consider continuing for 2-3 months as a guide.
→ Details of each medication: [Tranexamic Acid]・[Yuvela] (internal links)
Topical Treatment | Hydroquinone and Tretinoin
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Topical |
Role |
|---|---|
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Hydroquinone |
A topical whitening agent also known as "skin bleach." Powerfully suppresses melanin production. Medical institutions can prescribe higher concentrations than over-the-counter cosmetics. |
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Tretinoin |
Powerfully promotes skin cell turnover and expels melanin. Often used in combination with hydroquinone. |
How to Use Topical Treatments and Precautions (Please Read Carefully)
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Use only at night, and always apply sunscreen during the day (treated skin becomes sensitive to UV rays)
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Redness, peeling, and stinging may occur as reactions. If severe, please consult us again to adjust the frequency of use.
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Apply precisely with a cotton swab to avoid contact with areas other than the spots.
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Tretinoin cannot be used by those who are pregnant or may be pregnant.
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Long-term use should be under medical supervision. Self-prescribed high concentrations or long-term use carries risks such as vitiligo.
Mona Clinic's Online Treatment Process
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Book and complete medical questionnaire via smartphone (daily 9:00-22:00, open all year round)
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Online consultation – Please prepare photos of your entire face and the areas of concern. We will assess the type of spots and propose oral/topical treatment or a combination.
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Shipped as early as the same day. Easy to continue with regular delivery.
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Follow-up care, such as adjusting for redness/peeling and confirming effectiveness, is also available online.
Who Cannot Take/Use or Needs to Exercise Caution
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Tranexamic acid: Please be sure to inform us during your consultation if you have a history of thrombosis, are at risk, or are taking birth control pills.
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Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals (tretinoin is not allowed; other medications should be discussed individually).
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Individuals with ongoing medical conditions or taking other medications.
