Cosmelan Peel in London

Cosmelan treatment can help reduce the appearance of melasma, sun spots and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The in-clinic mask helps slow melanin production and encourages pigmented surface cells to shed, and the home-care phase that follows helps keep pigment production in check over the following months. Results vary, and melasma needs ongoing sun protection and maintenance.

A Cosmelan peel costs £995 at Harley Street Aesthetics in London. That price includes the in-clinic Cosmelan mask and the Cosmelan home-care programme. UK prices vary between clinics, so when comparing Cosmelan cost it is worth checking whether the home-care products are included. A consultation is required first to confirm Cosmelan is suitable for your skin.

Yes, Cosmelan is available in the UK. It is made by the Spanish skincare company mesoestetic, and the in-clinic Cosmelan mask is supplied for use by trained professionals rather than for self-treatment at home. We offer the Cosmelan peel at our clinic at 10 Harley Street, Marylebone, London W1G 9PF, following a consultation and skin assessment with a clinician.

The main downsides of Cosmelan are the downtime and the commitment. Expect redness and peeling, most visible for one to two weeks, with possible flaking through the first month. The home-care phase lasts several months and must be followed closely, alongside strict daily sunscreen. Irritation can occasionally cause temporary darker patches, and melasma can recur.

Cosmelan results can last well when maintained, but they are not permanent. Melasma is a chronic condition, and pigmentation often returns with sun exposure or hormonal change. The full Cosmelan method runs for around six months, after which daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, a maintenance home-care routine and, for some people, periodic maintenance treatments help keep results.

No, Cosmelan does not reliably remove all pigmentation. It can help fade melasma, sun spots and post-inflammatory marks, and surface pigment typically responds better than deeper pigment. Some pigmentation may lighten rather than clear, and melasma can return. Your clinician will assess your pigment first and give you a realistic picture of what to expect.

There is no single best or strongest peel for hyperpigmentation, and stronger is not always safer. Deeper peels carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, especially in darker skin. Cosmelan is a depigmentation treatment rather than a deep resurfacing peel, which is why it is often considered for melasma. Your clinician will recommend the option that suits your skin.

The Cosmelan mask is left on for several hours. The manufacturer's current protocol specifies six to eight hours, and your clinician sets the exact time for your skin type and pigmentation. The mask is applied in clinic, you go home wearing it, and you wash it off yourself at the agreed time using the instructions provided.

Cosmelan is suitable for all Fitzpatrick skin types according to mesoestetic, and it is often chosen for melasma in medium and darker skin. Darker skin is, however, more prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation after any irritation, so careful assessment, skin preparation, a mask time matched to your skin and strict sun protection are all essential.

Most people have noticeable redness and peeling for about one to two weeks after a Cosmelan peel, similar to mild sunburn. Dryness, flaking and tightness can continue through the first month as the home-care phase begins. Many people plan the first week around fewer social commitments and must avoid sun exposure throughout.