Medically reviewed by May Belle Fellenz, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Founder and Lead Medical Aesthetics Provider
Medical review confirmed: October 3, 2026
Sun spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can look similar but should not automatically be treated the same way. For broad dark-spot and hyperpigmentation concerns, see our dark spots in Reno guide. For suspected or confirmed melasma, see our dedicated melasma treatment in Reno page.
Tips for Preparing for Your Melasma Treatments in Reno, Nevada
- Pause the Peels and Retinols: Stop using active skincare ingredients like retinoids, acids, and exfoliants about five to seven days before your treatment. You want your skin calm, not cranky.
- Skip the Sun: Sun exposure can make melasma worse and increase your risk of irritation. Avoid tanning, beach days, and even long outdoor walks without SPF for at least a week before your appointment. Sun damage can usually be reversed but don’t make it worse.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your treatment. Well hydrated skin responds better and heals faster.
- Let Your Provider in on the Details: Be honest about your skincare routine, any medications, and past treatments. The more your provider knows, the better they can tailor your treatment for maximum results.
- Come Fresh Faced: Arrive at your appointment with clean skin – no makeup, no lotions, no SPF. Your laser session is not the time for foundation and highlighter.
Melasma Doesn’t Stand a Chance with Bella Derma
At Bella Derma Skin Care Solutions, we specialize in personalized, high tech solutions like Aerolase laser therapy for melasma and other stubborn skin conditions.
We treat you like the individual you are, because melasma might be common, but your skin is uniquely yours.
Call 775-300-9862 today to book your consultation and ask about our current packages. Because clear, radiant skin is always in style, and you deserve to feel confident in yours.
About May Belle Fellenz
May Belle Fellenz, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Founder and Lead Medical Aesthetics Provider · Bella Derma Skin Care Solutions
May Belle Fellenz is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who leads Bella Derma Skin Care Solutions in Reno, Nevada. Her approach emphasizes individualized assessment, patient education, conservative treatment planning, and referral when a concern requires another specialist. At Bella Derma, the goal is the right treatment, at the right time, in the right sequence.
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