Melasma & Brown Spot Treatment in Portland, Oregon

At Cascade Medical Spa, we specialize in melasma treatment in Portland, offering advanced laser solutions to fade brown spots, sun spots, and hyperpigmentation for clearer skin

Melasma and sun spots can be some of the trickiest skin concerns to treat. That’s why at Cascade Medical Spa in Portland, we use the most advanced laser technology available to fade brown spots, even out tone, and restore clarity to your skin.

Precision Lasers for Pigment

Q Plus C Evo Laser
This state-of-the-art laser directly targets excess pigment, breaking it down so your body can naturally clear it away. It’s one of the most effective tools for fading melasma and stubborn sun spots without damaging surrounding skin.

Candela GentleMax Pro
With both Alexandrite and Nd:YAG wavelengths, this versatile laser can safely treat a wide range of pigmentation issues across different skin types. It also helps address vascular components that sometimes make melasma harder to manage.

Supportive Treatments for Lasting Results

While lasers do the heavy lifting, we often recommend pairing them with additional treatments to improve overall skin health and prevent recurrence:

• Microneedling with PRP – Boosts collagen and supports skin repair.

• BioRePeel Gold – Brightens tone and enhances laser results with minimal downtime.

• Medical-Grade Skincare – Professional products from Epionce and SkinMedica help maintain and extend your results at home.

Safe. Customized. Proven.

Because every skin type reacts differently, we create a personalized plan that balances safety with maximum results. Our patients see clearer, more even skin without the risks of heat-based treatments that can sometimes worsen melasma.

It’s a common question we hear: “Does IPL work for melasma?” The truth is that while IPL for melasma can sometimes fade dark patches, results are often unpredictable. In fact, for some people, IPL’s heat and light can actually make melasma worse — especially if your skin is sensitive to triggers like seasonal heat, hormonal changes, or travel to warmer climates.

That’s why at Cascade Medical Spa in Portland, we recommend safer and more precise options. Our most effective solutions for brown spot removal and melasma treatment are the Q Plus C Evo and the Candela GentleMax Pro lasers. Both are advanced technologies designed to break apart pigment without the risk of rebound hyperpigmentation that IPL sometimes causes.

• Q Plus C Evo Laser for melasma – A powerful Q-Switched device that directly targets excess pigment, breaking it into tiny particles your body naturally clears away.

• Candela GentleMax Pro Laser for hyperpigmentation – Combines Alexandrite and Nd:YAG wavelengths, making it highly versatile for treating pigmentation across different skin tones and types.

During your melasma consultation in Portland, we’ll review your skin history, triggers, and goals, then create a treatment plan tailored to you. Whether you’re struggling with sun spots, brown patches, or post-pregnancy melasma, we’ll help you find the safest, most effective path to clearer, more even-toned skin.