Get a melasma cream prescription
Consultation price: $59
Response time: 1-2 working days
- Board-certified dermatologists
- Commercial or customized formulas
- No appointment needed

Why get a melasma treatment cream via Miiskin?

First consultation is $59 and medication refills are $39.

No subscriptions, order your treatment on-demand.

You can get a customized melasma cream.
*The Miiskin-affiliated dermatologists are independent healthcare providers. Miiskin does not interfer with their practice of medicine.
Get a customized melasma treatment cream
Request a prescription for a customized melasma treatment cream and treat discoloration with a solution tailored to your skin. Whether you’re dealing with dark patches, uneven pigmentation, or stubborn spots, a personalized treatment targets the root causes of melasma for more effective and long-lasting results.
No subscriptions needed—order medications on demand and save by paying only for what you need, when you need it.
What is melasma?
Melasma is a common skin condition marked by brown or gray-brown patches, usually on the face (forehead, cheeks, nose, upper lip, and chin). These irregular, symmetrical patches are caused by excess melanin production.
Key triggers include sun exposure, hormonal changes (like pregnancy or birth control use), and genetics. Often called “the mask of pregnancy,” melasma is especially common in women during hormonal shifts.
Though it can be stubborn, treatment typically involves prescription topicals like hydroquinone, tretinoin, or azelaic acid. Daily sun protection is essential for managing and preventing melasma.
Signs and symptoms of melasma

Dark patches on your skin
Melasma causes patches that are darker than your natural skin color.

Both sides of face
The dark patches are somehow symmetrical on both sides of your face.

Covers a large area
The melasma dark patches can cover a large area of your face.

Worsens in the sun
Melasma becomes more noticeable if you spend more time outdoors.

It is harmless
Melasma is harmless and it does not feel painful or itchy, it is just bothersome.

Related to hormones
Melasma may appear when you go through hormonal changes in your life.
What melasma treatment creams can I get prescribed?
A skilled dermatologist will collaborate closely with you to offer the best dermatology care. This can include prescribing melasma treatment creams that you’re interested in, if they are a safe and optimal fit for your condition.
See the most common melasma creams used in treatmens.
Provider & Prescription Information
Miiskin connects patients with independent dermatologists who provide care through their own private practices. Miiskin does not employ dermatologists and does not sell or distribute medications. Any prescriptions issued by the dermatologists can be filled at third-party pharmacies of the patient’s choice.
Causes of melasma

Sun exposure

Hormonal changes

Genetic predisposition

Aging
What else can you do to get rid of melasma?
Addressing melasma effectively can be a complex process, however, a multifaceted approach that includes a prescription-strength melasma cream together with sun protection and in-office treatments can significantly improve your outcome.

Sun Protection
Use a sunscreen with SPF 50 all year round and reapply often when outdoors.

Chemical peels
Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin and get rid of excessive pigmentation.

Laser therapy
Fractional lasers or intense pulsed light therapies target and reduce the melanin accumulation.
How to get a melasma treatment cream?
How can I get a melasma treatment cream? If you have tried over-the-counter melasma creams and you did not get the results you had hoped for, you can consult a dermatologist via Miiskin to get a prescription for melasma treatment cream.
How long will it take to get a prescription for the melasma treatment cream?
A photo- consultation via Miiskin takes less than two work days to be assessed and the price starts at $59. You need to pay for your melasma treatment cream separately.
Where can I buy the melasma treatment cream? It depends on what dermatologist prescribes. If you get a prescription for Tri-Luma or generic hydroquinone, you can buy it at a local pharmacy. If you get a prescription for a compounded melasma treatment cream, you can buy it via Skin Medicinals.

Evidence-based melasma treatment creams
Studies show that 72% of patients with melasma who used hydroquinone for 4 months saw an overall improvement2.
Studies show that 77% of patients applying hydroquinone, tretinoin and fluocinolone acetonide a were almost clear of dark spots by week 83.
Studies show that patients using azelaic acid over a 24-week treatment period significantly reduced the intensity of pigmentation.4.