Understanding Melasma: Dermatologist Insights on Causes, Triggers, and Treatments
Menopause Rescue12 Sep 2025

Understanding Melasma: Dermatologist Insights on Causes, Triggers, and Treatments

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Polly Watson is joined by Dr. Joanna Hooten of Clara Dermatology as she delves into melasma, a prevalent skin condition marked by brown discoloration that often affects women undergoing hormonal changes. Dr. Hooten unpacks the multifaceted causes and triggers of melasma, highlighting factors such as sun exposure, hormonal fluctuations, and genetic predisposition. She underscores the critical role of sun protection in prevention and navigates through an array of effective treatment options. Learn about topical treatments like hydroquinone, the benefits of oral medications such as tranexamic acid, and the potential of procedures like micro needling and laser treatments. With actionable insights and a hopeful perspective, this episode equips listeners with the knowledge to manage melasma successfully.

Quotes

  • “The single most important factor for people who have melasma, and I like to say for everybody, because we all have skin and live on the earth, is sun protection.” - Dr. Joanna Hooten
  • "It's important to be aware of potential triggers like heat from hot yoga or saunas, which can affect melasma." - Dr. Joanna Hooten
  • "Hormonal fluctuations, such as those from hormone replacement therapy or birth control, can really turn on a light switch for melasma." - Dr. Joanna Hooten

Connect with Dr. Joanna Hooten

Website: https://claradermatology.com/

New Patient: https://claradermatology.com/consult/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clara.derm/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clara.derm

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clara.derm

Connect with Dr. Polly Watson

Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast

Resources: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-resources

New Patient: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teachable.com/p/are-we-a-good-fit-new-patient-welcome-course

Instagram: https://instagram.com/hormonewellnessmd

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hormonewellnessmd

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4Tw8oHGR_6wBZmXrTu9xA

Disclaimer: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-disclaimer

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