Inside & Out. Clear Melasma in a Whole New Way.
The Aerolase Neo Elite® laser safely and effectively treats melasma on all skin types — even skin of color.
The increasing burden of melasma.
Melasma is becoming increasingly common, with some dermatologists citing it as the most commonly seen condition next to acne.
Besides the apparent aesthetic effects of the chronic condition, melasma can also have a negative impact on your patient’s mental health and quality of life.
One Study Showed Melasma Patients
Current Treatments May Not Be Enough
Melasma is notoriously difficult to treat. Typical treatments include hydroquinone or other topical compounds, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and Q-switched lasers. However, these treatments may not give you and your patients the results you need.
- They have varying degrees of efficacy
- Side effects include skin irritation and allergic reactions
- Patient compliance is always an issue with topical medications
- They only treat melasma at the epidermal layer, leaving melasma at the deeper dermal layer untouched
The Aerolase Neo Elite Laser Goes Deeper to Treat Melasma at the Dermal Level.
A recent clinical evaluation showed up to a 50% improvement in melasma as early as 3 weeks after treatment with the Neo.
The Neo Elite’s unique 650-microsecond 1064nm Nd:YAG laser technology breaks up the epidermal pigment while addressing the deeper, dermal melanin and vascular components of melasma.
- Breaks down hyperpigmentation at the dermal level
- Decreases hyper-vascularity
- Penetrates much deeper than topical treatments and Q-switched Nd:YAG lasers
Safe for All Skin Types — Even Skin of Color
The Neo Elite is safe and gentle on all skin types — even Fitzpatrick skin types IV through VI.
Its 650-microsecond pulse duration is shorter than or equal to the thermal relaxation time of the therapeutic target, which means:
- No pain or burning
- No hypo- or hyperpigmentation
- No skin cooling or anesthesia required
Can Be Combined with Other Therapies for Enhanced Results
Combination therapies have been shown to yield greater improvements in melasma compared to monotherapies. The Neo Elite can be safely and effectively used in combination with topical treatments for improved outcomes.
Step 1: Cysteamine cream
The patients applied cysteamine cream nightly to the affected areas and rinsed it off after 15 minutes. The patients were instructed not to use any other topical therapies for their melasma.
Step 2: Neo Elite
Each patient underwent one monthly treatment with the Neo Elite for four months. The patients all reported satisfactory results.
- No irritation
- No downtime
- No “halos” of hypopigmentation
- No diminished effects two months after treatment
Results
Propel your results for the following concerns and more to a new age of aesthetic medicine.
Neo Elite + Chemical Peel
The Neo Elite laser is gentle enough to allow follow-up treatment with a chemical peel. Aerolase and dermatologist Cheryl Burgess, MD have developed a two-step protocol to effectively address melasma in all skin types within one treatment session.
Step 1: Neo Elite
The Neo Elite laser is painted over the entire facial area at fluences of up to 28 J/cm2.
Step 2: Chemical Peel
Depending on the patient’s skin type and condition, apply either a light-to-medium chemical peel or hydroquinone compound to address the remaining epidermal pigmentation.
An Automatic Revenue Generator for Your Practice
The Neo Elite is exceptionally affordable with no consumables, per treatment costs, or annual service contracts. You can start making a profit immediately.
- Patients pay you directly for treatments
- You get more office visit reimbursements
- Can be used for over 30 other indications, increasing your revenue potential
See Why One Dermatologist Calls the Neo a “Game-changer”
In this video, dermatologist Dr. Karen Harkaway of the Harkaway Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics in Delran and Northfield, NJ shares her experience with using the Neo for the treatment of melasma — and how it has changed her practice for the better.
The Favorite Laser Device of Skin Care Professionals
The Neo Elite was selected as Favorite Laser Device by DERMASCOPE Magazine’s Aestheticians’ Choice Awards 2015-2024.
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