Melasma Treatment in San Francisco
Compare 149 verified providers treating melasma in and around San Francisco on real ratings and reviews, then book a consultation with the right one for you.
Melasma is driven largely by hormones and sun exposure, which makes it more persistent than ordinary sun spots. A careful, gradual approach works best: strict sun protection and prescription creams first, then gentle peels or microneedling if needed. Because heat and aggressive treatment can make melasma worse, provider experience matters.
In the San Francisco area, 149 providers on AuraVenu offer treatments for melasma, including Microneedling, Chemical Peels, and Red Light Therapy. Compare their ratings and reviews below, then book a consultation to confirm the right plan for your skin.
Top-Rated Providers for Melasma in San Francisco
SAN MATEO, CA
No Filter Brazilian MedSpa
PACIFICA, CA
Jaruda Aesthetics
SAN BRUNO, CA
NanoTam Med Spa, Inc
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Elinea on 18th & Noe
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
ParlourRx
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Terra Aesthetics & Wellness
SAN MATEO, CA
Sheila Marie Aesthetics
OAKLAND, CA
Nourish Aesthetics & Wellness
SAN MATEO, CA
Pink Opal Aesthetics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Nob Hill Aesthetics | Medical Spa
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Urban Allure Medical Spa
FREMONT, CA
The Space Aesthetics Center
WALNUT CREEK, CA
NakedMD Med Spa Walnut Creek
WALNUT CREEK, CA
SkinSpirit Walnut Creek
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
The Beez Kneez Skin Care & Acne Clinic
LAFAYETTE, CA
Evaluer Medspa
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Hairchitect Med Spa and Beauty Lounge San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Wave Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Laser Center San Francisco
BERKELEY, CA
Nubo Med Spa and Wellness
LAFAYETTE, CA
Sanctuaire MD, Best Medical Spa in Lafayette, CA
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Idan Med Spa
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Physicos Aesthetics
SAN MATEO, CA
The Dermal Formula
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Hayes Valley Medical Esthetics – Hayes Valley
PLEASANT HILL, CA
SkinScience Medical Spa
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Tala Aesthetics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Serenity Wellness Spa
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Glo Rituals
SAN MATEO, CA
Rituals Aesthetic Skin Care
EL CERRITO, CA
Naturally Beautiful Aesthetics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Zen Concierge Nursing
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Hayes Valley Medical Esthetics - Cow Hollow/Marina
SAN CARLOS, CA
Premier Aesthetic Dermatology
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Beyond Beauty Med Spa
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
SELFishly Aesthetics & Wellness
REDWOOD CITY, CA
Sculpted, Inc.
WALNUT CREEK, CA
ME Aesthetics & Wellness
BURLINGAME, CA
Ambition Medical Spa
BURLINGAME, CA
SkinSpirit Burlingame
BERKELEY, CA
Kintsu Med Spa & Wellness
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Allure Rejuvenation, Aesthetics & Wellness
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Acne Treatment SF
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Walnut Creek Aesthetics
MORAGA, CA
Sanctuaire MD, Best Medical Spa in Moraga, CA
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
B. Beauty Medical Aesthetics
SAN MATEO, CA
The Space Aesthetics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
REJUV Medical
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Chez Sylva Clinical Aesthetics and Electrolysis
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Golden State Dermatology
SAN MATEO, CA
Schweiger Dermatology Group - San Mateo
Melasma Treatments in San Francisco
How to Choose a Melasma Provider in San Francisco
The right provider for melasma depends on the treatment plan, not just price. Look for a licensed, experienced injector or clinician, before-and-after photos of real patients with a similar concern, and a thorough consultation before any treatment begins. In San Francisco, compare a few providers on their ratings, reviews, and the specific treatments they offer for melasma before you book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What treatments help with melasma?
Providers in San Francisco commonly treat melasma with Microneedling, Chemical Peels, and Red Light Therapy. The best option depends on your skin and the severity of the concern, which a provider will assess at a consultation. Hormonal changes including pregnancy and birth control, sun exposure, and heat all play a role. Melasma often improves with treatment but can return, so ongoing maintenance is common.
How many sessions will I need for melasma?
Most treatments for melasma work best as a short series rather than a single visit, with results building over several weeks. Your provider will recommend a plan and interval based on your skin and goals at your consultation.
How do I find a good melasma provider in San Francisco?
Look for a licensed, experienced provider, before-and-after photos of patients with a similar concern, and a consultation before treatment. Compare the 149 providers in San Francisco on their ratings and reviews below.
Should I see a dermatologist for melasma?
It's a good place to start. Dermatologists usually treat melasma first with daily sun protection and prescription creams. Chemical peels, microneedling and laser or light treatments are used as add-ons, and treatments that heat the skin, including IPL photofacials and many lasers, can make melasma darker in some people, especially on darker skin. The American Academy of Dermatology advises having melasma procedures done by a board-certified dermatologist.