Efficacy of picosecond Nd:YAG 1064 nm laser in melasma treatment: a real-world retrospective analysis.
BACKGROUND Melasma is a challenging hyperpigmentation disorder, especially prevalent in individuals with darker skin tones. Traditional treatments, like hydroquinone and chemical peels, have limitations due to high recurrence rates and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) risk. Picosecond lasers have emerged as pr...