In patients with ethnic skin (ie, skin of color), energy devices are used more cautiously to avoid adverse events.

Despite the numerous therapies available, a high recurrence rate and inconsistent results remain challenges in the treatment of melasma, and combination treatment using multiple modalities is often necessary.

This article discusses the importance of a correct and consistent skin care regimen and the various cutaneous issues that should be considered when prescribing a skin care regimen for patients with darker skin types.

This review integrates the findings from multiple clinical trials available on PubMed. The procedures listed are those that are mostly performed in dermatology offices.