Mastering melasma protocols for skin of colour
Melasma is a complex pigmentary issue affecting up to 50% of women, especially those with skin of colour. Studies show it greatly impacts quality of life, with 90% feeling social anxiety or embarrassment. For darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick III–VI), heat-based treatments risk post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), so precise, non-thermal options are crucial for safe, predictable results.
Discover how to navigate these complexities with precision. Join us for the upcoming session of our Global Webinar Series: "Melasma mastery on darker skin," featuring the world-renowned Dr Jaishree Sharad.
Based in Mumbai, Dr Sharad is a globally acclaimed dermatologist, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author with over 26 years of experience in aesthetic dermatology.
Hosted by DermapenWorld’s Clinical Director, Dr Andrew Christie-Schwarz, this session explores protocols for safe, transformative results on brown skin.
What you will uncover:
- Identify device suitability: Understand why many heat-based devices may trigger further pigment in darker skin and the safer choices for safe melasma solutions.
- Learn expert tips and tricks: Discover Dr Sharad’s clinical recommendations, including her professional perspective on the use of oral Tranexamic Acid (TXA) tablets.
- Optimise product synergy: Master how Dr Jaishree best utilises her DERMAPEN 4® alongside targeted DP DERMACEUTICALS™ to achieve predictable, transformative results.
Gain exclusive insights from our experts
Dr Jaishree Sharad is a globally acclaimed cosmetic dermatologist based in Mumbai, with 26 years of experience with a high-profile clientele from Bollywood, politics, and sports. As the founder and director of The Jaishree Sharad Clinic, centre for skin longevity and Aesthetics, Mumbai, she excels in advanced anti-aging treatments.
Dr Sharad is also a celebrated author with three bestsellers published by Penguin Random House. A four-time TEDx speaker and a respected academic, she contributes to several prestigious dermatological journals and has been a key faculty at over 800 international and national conferences. Her extensive contributions to cosmetic dermatology have earned her numerous accolades, including the title of "Best Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist of India".
She is the associate editor of the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. She is on the editorial board of five other peer-reviewed journals. Dr Jaishree is a mentor of the ITMP of ASDS. She has been the Joint Secretary of ACSI 2020 – 2022, Board of Directors of ESCAD 2009-2013, and Board of Directors of the ISDS from 2017 to 2022. She has been the Vice President of the Cosmetic Dermatology Society of India from 2010 to 2017.
Dr Andrew Christie-Schwarz is the Clinical Director and Global Medical Trainer for DermapenWorld. A skin-needling specialist with over 25 years’ experience in aesthetics, Dr Christie-Schwarz has lectured in over 105 countries and has been invited to speak at over 80 major congresses worldwide.
Dr Andrew is an award-winning educator, KOL and published author who has written multiple training manuals and materials on microneedling procedures. He also co-authored Face In Harmony – A Rejuvenation Encyclopedia Across The Globe. He has trained over half a million medical practitioners and is considered the world's authority on skin-needling and regenerative treatments.
He was the outstanding winner of IMCAS Paris 2025 & 2026 Balloon Debates and was featured in Neo Beauty Media’s (China) “People Of The Year”, and appears regularly on international television and media as an industry expert, advocate and representative. As an esteemed educator, Andrew is faculty for IMCAS Academy and the Stetix platforms.
Gain the scientific clarity to safely manage skin pigmentation
This session provides a clear guide for aesthetic professionals aiming to excel in treating melasma. Combining Dr Sharad’s extensive dermatology experience with top-tier microneedling technology, you will learn to deliver reliable results, even in the most sensitive skin cases.
This 1-hour event is crucial for practitioners dedicated to mastering pigment control and restoring patient confidence through scientific excellence. This session will be presented in English, with automated translated captions available in multiple languages to support our global audience.
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