Dark-spot treatment · Campo Real, Madrid
Facial dark-spot treatment in Campo Real
Sun spots, melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. A personalised protocol that combines chemical peel, LED photoluminic therapy and depigmenting mesotherapy, with a September–February calendar. Realistic results, an honest plan and no empty promises. Just 25 minutes from central Madrid.
Consultation first
Not all dark spots are the same
Before starting any treatment, we identify what type of spot you have. The protocol changes considerably depending on the origin and the depth of the pigmentation. A hormonal spot and a sun spot are not treated the same way:
Solar lentigines (sun spots)
The classic "age spots". Small, brown, with well-defined edges. They appear in chronically exposed areas: cheekbones, décolletage, back of hands, forearms. Cause: cumulative sun exposure.
Melasma
Large, symmetrical patches with diffuse edges. On the cheeks, forehead, upper lip and chin. Hormonal component: pregnancy, oral contraceptives, thyroid. The most resistant kind.
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Dark marks left after acne, a wound, a burn or a badly performed treatment. It is the imprint left by inflammation.
Freckles (ephelides)
Genetic, they intensify with sun exposure. For many people, they are part of their identity. They do respond to depigmenting products if you want to soften them, but they return with the sun.
Timing matters
Why we treat dark spots from September to February
It is the safe window. Three reasons that make it worth waiting for autumn:
Depigmenting treatments and peels make the skin more sensitive to light. In summer there is a high risk of "pigmentary rebound": the spot returns darker. In autumn the skin heals without risk.
After months of exposure they are hyperactive. Any stimulus in summer triggers more pigment. After a few weeks without intense sun, melanocytes settle down and treatments perform better.
If you start in September, you finish in January–February. You have the whole winter to consolidate results without any strong sun, and you arrive at the following spring with your skin at its best.
Realistic calendar
The plan, month by month, from September to February
This is what we usually do with clients following the full protocol. Your exact calendar is adjusted after your consultation:
Diagnosis + kick-off
Assessment of the type of spot. Start of the active at-home routine (niacinamide, vitamin C). First gentle peel session.
Intensive sessions
Chemical peel every 3–4 weeks + LED photoluminic therapy + depigmenting mesotherapy if suitable. This is where the biggest improvement happens.
Maintenance
One monthly session + active at-home routine. Consolidated results and skin ready for the next season.
At-home skincare
The 6 actives you need at home
Salon sessions deliver only half their potential without an active routine at home. These are the key actives we recommend based on your skin and your spot type:
"Treating dark spots is not about erasing pigment overnight: it is about teaching the skin to produce less and helping it clear away what is already there."
Testimonials
What our clients say
"I had had cheekbone spots for years. We did the full plan from September to January. My skin looks even for the first time in a long time."
"The melasma doesn't disappear but it is controlled. Monthly maintenance plus at-home routine. Carmen honestly explains what is achievable and what isn't."
"I wish I had started earlier. 5 sessions and my skin is far more even. And I finally understood how important daily SPF is."
Frequently asked questions about dark spots
When is the best time to treat dark spots? +
September to February. That is the window when UV radiation drops and depigmenting treatments are safe (in summer there is a high risk of pigmentary rebound).
How many sessions do I need? +
Typically 4 to 6 sessions spaced 3–4 weeks apart, plus monthly maintenance afterwards. The exact plan depends on the type of spot and how your skin responds.
Do dark spots disappear completely? +
Solar lentigines respond very well and are reduced by 60–80% with a full plan. Melasma is more resistant and requires lifelong maintenance because it has a hormonal component. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation improves well with time.
Why can't dark spots be treated in summer? +
Depigmenting treatments make the skin more sensitive to light. If applied under strong sun, the risk of pigmentary rebound (the spot returning darker) is high. That is why we wait until UV radiation drops.
Is daily SPF really essential? +
Yes, without exception. The single factor that most influences your result is not the treatment you choose but the SPF you use every day, all year round. Without daily sun protection, depigmenting treatments are a waste of money.
Can I combine at-home treatments with the ones in the salon? +
Yes, it is recommended. The key at-home actives are: niacinamide, tranexamic acid, stabilised vitamin C, azelaic acid and scheduled retinol. We tell you which ones to use for your skin and space them out around the salon sessions to avoid overloading.
How much does a full dark-spot protocol cost? +
A closed price for the full plan (more affordable than individual sessions). We give you the figure during your consultation, together with the personalised plan and the at-home products we recommend. Ask us on WhatsApp with no obligation.
Start your plan in September
Book your consultation beforehand so we can design your plan and kick off at the start of the safe window.
Read the blog article: Sun spots: why they appear in August and why we treat them in September. Discover also our HIFU facial, our Kobido, the facial treatments in Campo Real or browse our full treatments list. We welcome clients from Campo Real, the whole area, Arganda del Rey, Rivas Vaciamadrid, Eurovillas, Loeches and Nuevo Baztán.