Hyperpigmentation & Melasma Treatment Montreal | IPLLAB

Medispa • Montreal & Laval

Hyperpigmentation & Melasma Treatment Montreal • Laval

Brighter. Even. Renewed. — Targeted care for your complexion.

Looking for effective hyperpigmentation and melasma treatment in Montreal or Laval? IPLLAB Medispa offers a complex approach for dark spots, brown spots, post-acne marks, and uneven skin tone using advanced laser treatments, customized skin protocols, and medical-grade skincare. Whether you want to target melasma, sun damage, age spots, or acne pigmentation, our personalized treatments help brighten and smooth the skin with minimal downtime.

  • Montréal Plateau + Laval
  • IPL/BBL & PICO laser pigment care
  • Melasma-aware protocols
  • Face & body dark spots
  • Free consultation + AI Skin Analysis
  • Service EN / FR

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In short

Hyperpigmentation fades when treatment targets the excess melanin behind dark spots, sun spots, age spots and post-acne marks — and melasma is managed, not just lasered. At IPLLAB we build your plan from IPL/BBL light therapy, PICO laser, brightening chemical peels and medical-grade home care with daily SPF. Sun spots and dark spots on the face usually respond fastest; melasma follows a gentler, longer protocol to control recurrence. Plan on a series of sessions spaced a few weeks apart, plus maintenance — available at both our Montréal (Plateau) and Laval locations.

Our Signature Treatment

Hyperpigmentation & Melasma Montreal

Hyperpigmentation treatment works by targeting excess melanin responsible for dark spots, brown spots, sun spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory pigmentation. At IPLLAB Medispa in Montreal and Laval, we combine laser technology with a customized skincare approach to improve skin clarity, reduce acne-related discoloration, and promote a more even complexion. Our treatments are designed for clients dealing with facial pigmentation, acne marks, and visible signs of sun damage who want clearer, brighter-looking skin. Hyperpigmentation treatment Montreal and Laval clients usually start with a free consultation; our AI Skin Analysis is free with 6- and 10-session packages.

Hyperpigmentation & dark spots

Hyperpigmentation & dark spots

Hyperpigmentation appears as dark spots on the face or body caused by excess melanin. These spots may develop after sun exposure, tanning, inflammation, or skin irritation. At IPLLAB, our hyperpigmentation treatments in Montreal and Laval are customized to target visible discoloration while helping preserve surrounding skin. This approach can improve age spots, sun spots, brown spots, and uneven tone for a clearer, brighter complexion.

Post-acne pigmentation

Post-acne pigmentation

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) often appears after acne breakouts and can leave pink, red, brown, or darker marks depending on skin tone. Our acne and post-acne treatments use a complex approach that may include laser sessions, skin-renewing care, and medical-grade home products to reduce discoloration and improve skin texture. This treatment is ideal for clients who want to fade acne marks and restore a smoother, more even skin tone.

Melasma treatment

Melasma treatment

Melasma is a chronic pigmentation condition that appears as symmetrical brown or gray-brown patches, often triggered by hormones, genetics, and sun exposure. At IPLLAB, melasma treatment in Montreal and Laval follows a more complete strategy that can combine laser care, skin brightening protocols, and ongoing maintenance to help control recurrence. Every treatment plan is personalized to help reduce visible pigmentation and support a more even-looking complexion.

Treatment Options

How We Treat Hyperpigmentation & Melasma

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IPL/BBL photofacial for dark spots

Broadband light targets excess melanin in sun spots, age spots and brown spots — a light-based approach to laser pigmentation removal that treats the whole face, chest or hands in one pass. Spots typically darken briefly, then flake away over the following days.

PICO laser hyperpigmentation treatment

Ultra-short laser pulses shatter pigment into fragments the skin clears naturally — with minimal heat, which matters on stubborn or deeper pigment. Learn more on our PICO laser page.

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Brightening chemical peels

Exfoliating acids speed up skin turnover so pigmented cells shed faster, while brightening ingredients slow new melanin production. Strength is matched to your skin type and built up gradually — especially on melasma-prone skin.

Microneedling for post-acne marks

Controlled micro-channels accelerate renewal where breakouts left flat pink or brown marks, and improve texture at the same time. See our microneedling page for details.

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Medical-grade brightening home care

Arbutin and vitamin C serums slow pigment production between visits, and daily broad-spectrum SPF keeps treated spots from darkening again. Home care is what decides whether in-clinic results hold — it is part of every plan, not an add-on.

Which treatment matches your pigmentation?

Scattered sun spots & age spots
Sun-driven spots on the face, chest and hands respond well to IPL/BBL photofacial sessions — they usually darken, lift and flake within days of each treatment. Daily sunscreen keeps new ones from forming over the next summer.
Symmetrical patches on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip
This pattern suggests melasma, which is hormonally driven and easily aggravated by heat and aggressive treatment. It is managed with a gentler complex approach — low-heat sessions, brightening peels, strict SPF and maintenance — rather than a single strong laser pass, because melasma tends to recur when pushed too hard.
Flat pink or brown marks left after breakouts
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation fades with a combination of PICO laser or light-based sessions and skin-renewing home care. If you still have active breakouts, calming them first matters — details on our acne treatment page.
Darkened areas on the body, underarms or intimate zones
Body-zone pigmentation follows its own protocol with dedicated skin brightening care — see our skin brightening page for underarms, knees, elbows and intimate areas.
A spot that is new, raised or changing
A spot that changes shape, colour or size — or bleeds — should be checked by a doctor before any cosmetic treatment. Our estheticians treat cosmetic pigmentation only, and will refer you out whenever a spot needs medical assessment first.

Step By Step

Your Pigmentation Treatment Journey

From first consultation to long-term maintenance

1

Consultation & AI Skin Analysis

We identify what kind of pigmentation you actually have — sun spots, post-acne marks, melasma, or a mix — along with your skin type and how it reacts to sun and heat. That distinction decides everything that follows, because melasma is treated very differently from a sun spot.

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Prepare and protect the skin

Before pigment work starts, daily broad-spectrum SPF becomes non-negotiable and irritating products are paused. Treating pigmentation on unprotected skin is how spots come back darker than they started.

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In-clinic pigment sessions

IPL/BBL, PICO laser or brightening peels run as a series spaced a few weeks apart, matched to your pigment type. Treated spots typically darken briefly, then flake and fade — improvement builds session over session rather than overnight.

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Your home-care protocol

Between visits, brightening actives such as arbutin and vitamin C slow new melanin production while the skin clears treated pigment. A short, medical-grade routine beats a shelf of products — and it is adjusted as your skin changes.

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Review progress and adjust

Pigment clears at different speeds in different people, so the plan is reviewed as results come in — strength, spacing and modality are all adjustable. Stubborn or deeper pigment may shift from light-based sessions to PICO laser.

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Maintenance & sun-season planning

Pigmentation — melasma especially — is managed, not erased once and forgotten. A maintenance cadence plus a plan for the sunny months keeps tone even, and catches returning pigment early instead of after a full patch reforms.

Fading pigment is the easy half. Keeping it from coming back is the protocol — sunscreen, home care and maintenance do that work.IPLLAB clinical team · Montréal & Laval

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    Valeriya Egorova
    6/09/2018
  • Great place in the heart of old Montreal, nice ambiance. Very welcoming and professional approach. I had my photo rejuvenation treatments and extremely happy with the results; can see the difference. Looking forward coming back.

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    Irina Milko
    7/22/2016
  • Amazing experience as always, ask for Valentina 🙂

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    Juliano Ru
    12/09/2024
  • Julia was amazing! She really cares and gives great advice!

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    Myriam Sauvageau
    10/20/2024
  • Their package bundles make a great gift! Professional approach and an environment you're happy to return to, my girlfriend couldn't thank me enough!

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    Kosta K.
    7/07/2016
  • I did 2 sessions of pigmentation laser treatment for my freckles, first with Valentine and second with Elena, they were both very nice and accommodating. The results after first session was amazing already but went for another session to make them disappear completely. Thank you IPL lab!

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    Diane Q
    5/01/2023
  • I had two different treatments in this place: Carbon peel and laser hair removal. All the time technician was extremely professional and made the experience very enjoyable. Thank you, I really like the results !!!

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    Sophie Ouellet
    9/17/2019
  • I loved the results of my hair removal treatment. Very professional approach .
    Highly recommended!

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    Vartkes Ohanian
    7/18/2016
  • I did a lot of treatments at this place, and honestly, it’s the best place so far! No hair- no problems 🙂 all staff are very nice! They have a large variety of facial products,so you definitely will find one that fits perfectly with your skin! Highly recommend:)

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    Anna Pavlenko
    3/11/2023
  • Love this place service and products

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    Mathieu Lavoie
    10/15/2019

Real Transformations

Before & After

A good candidate for hyperpigmentation or melasma treatment has visible dark spots, acne marks, post-inflammatory pigmentation, or uneven skin tone caused by excess melanin. Clients with melasma, sun damage, age spots, or post-acne discoloration may benefit from a personalized treatment plan after a skin assessment. A consultation helps determine the most suitable combination of treatments for your skin type and goals. If a spot is new, raised or changing, if your pigmentation appeared suddenly, or if you are pregnant, see a doctor first — our treatments work alongside medical care, not instead of it.

During treatment, most clients feel mild warmth, tingling, or a snapping sensation as the technology targets visible pigmentation. Depending on your customized plan, your session may focus on melasma, acne pigmentation, or dark spots on the face while protecting the surrounding skin. Comfort measures may be used to keep the procedure as gentle as possible.

After treatment, mild redness or temporary sensitivity can appear for a short time. Daily sun protection, gentle skincare, and consistent follow-up are essential for maintaining results, especially with melasma treatment. Most clients need a series of sessions, plus maintenance, to achieve and preserve a brighter, more even skin tone.

Illustration of laser pigment removal: skin cross-section showing pigment broken down by the laser and cleared by phagocytes through the lymphatic channel

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Everything You Want to Know

Melasma & Hyperpigmentation FAQ

Straight answers about dark spots, melasma & pigmentation care

Melasma is a common pigmentation condition that causes brown or gray-brown patches, usually on the face. It is often linked to sun exposure, hormones, and genetic predisposition. At IPLLAB, our melasma treatment in Montreal and Laval is personalized to help reduce visible discoloration and support long-term skin maintenance. To learn more about the condition, see the Merck Manual.

Hyperpigmentation happens when the skin produces excess melanin, which can appear as dark spots, brown spots, acne marks, or uneven tone. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen and sun protection help prevent pigmentation from worsening and support better long-term results.

Dark spots on the face may respond well to a combination of laser treatments, brightening care, and medical-grade skincare. The best plan depends on whether the pigmentation is caused by melasma, acne, sun damage, or post-inflammatory marks. You can also explore our full list of skin and laser services.

Melasma usually responds best to a complex approach rather than laser alone. Depending on your skin, your plan may include laser sessions, brightening treatments, gentle skin renewal, home care, and maintenance to help reduce recurrence and keep the complexion more even — an approach also described by the American Academy of Dermatology.

Treating pigmentation early can help prevent dark spots and melasma from becoming more stubborn over time. Staying consistent with your treatment schedule, skincare, and aftercare recommendations is important because visible improvement is usually gradual.

Do not pick acne lesions, scrub the skin aggressively, or overuse harsh active products if your skin is prone to hyperpigmentation. Irritation and inflammation can make discoloration darker or longer-lasting, especially in melasma-prone skin.

With package pricing, hyperpigmentation and melasma sessions come to $90–$150 per session depending on package size, before taxes — current package pricing is listed in the Prices section below. The 10-session package is the best value, with mix & match sessions across all the treatments in this category. Every plan starts with a free consultation, where your exact cost is confirmed based on the pigment type, the areas treated and the number of sessions your skin needs. Our AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages; on its own it is $150 + tax, with a full report printed or sent by email.

Yes — the AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages, our full treatment courses. On its own it is $150 + tax and includes a full report, printed or sent by email. The scan maps what is hard to judge in a mirror — dark spots and uneven pigmentation, sun damage, redness, texture and pores, fine lines — and we repeat it during your course to track your progress against your first images. It is an imaging tool that guides your plan, not a medical diagnosis; a spot that is new, raised or changing still needs a doctor first.

Melasma and hyperpigmentation treatment usually requires multiple sessions because pigment reduction is gradual. The number of treatments depends on the depth of pigmentation, your skin type, lifestyle, and how well you follow aftercare. Many clients benefit from a treatment series plus maintenance.

Yes, treatment can be done in summer if you carefully follow post-care instructions. Daily SPF 30+, avoiding excessive sun exposure, and protecting the treated area are especially important for melasma and hyperpigmentation. Our team will guide you based on your treatment plan and season.

IPLLAB welcomes clients at both locations: Montreal medispa and Laval medispa. You can also learn about our membership options or book an appointment online. A consultation helps identify the most suitable approach for your skin type, pigmentation pattern, and goals.

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Hyperpigmentation & Melasma Prices

Before you book

Pigment treatment is not suitable in every case. Pregnancy or breastfeeding, recent sun exposure, tanning or self-tanner, an active skin infection in the area, recent isotretinoin, photosensitising medications and a history of keloid scarring are among the situations we review with you before any session. Deeper skin tones carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation and are assessed individually. A spot that is new, raised, changing or bleeding must be checked by a doctor before any cosmetic treatment — our estheticians treat cosmetic pigmentation only. Our treatments work alongside medical care, they do not replace it. A consent form is signed before your first session.

Regular price: $190 + tax per session. A single session with no commitment — ideal if you are visiting Montréal or want to try us first. If you move to a package afterwards, we recalculate: your session is credited at the package rate, just ask us to note it in your client profile. Packages run 3, 6 or 10 sessions — the 10-session package is the best value, with mix & match across all the treatments in this category.

Hyperpigmentation

$120 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • IPL photofacial for sun-damaged skin
  • Reduce sun spots and age spots
  • Fade dark spots on face and hands
  • Even out uneven skin tone
  • Brighter skin before events and summer

Acne and post-acne PIH

$120 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • PICO laser and light-based options
  • Reduce post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
  • Microneedling for hyperpigmentation options
  • Smooth acne marks and texture
  • Pair with medical-grade skincare

Melasma Treatment

$120 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • Melasma laser treatment matched to your skin
  • Target visible melasma pigmentation
  • Skin brightening protocols included
  • Control recurrence with daily sun protection
  • Maintenance for an even complexion

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Pigmentation Packages & Home Care

Package sessions are mix & match across all the treatments in this category

Each price below is the total for a 3-, 6- or 10-session package. Prices shown before taxes. Your contract is emailed to you after purchase and you may cancel at any time. Terms →

StarterPigmentation & Melasma — 3 Sessions

Best for a first series on scattered sun spots

Package price$450.00
Per session$150
Face, chest or hands

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Most popularPigmentation & Melasma — 6 Sessions

The usual starting point for melasma and mixed pigmentation

Package price$720.00
Per session$120
Covers a full treatment series

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Best valuePigmentation & Melasma — 10 Sessions

Mix & match — try all the treatments in this category

Package price$900.00
Per session$90
Lowest cost per session

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Home care that holds the result

These are the products our estheticians most often pair with in-clinic pigmentation sessions. Ask at your consultation which one suits your skin — brightening actives are matched to your pigment type, not bought by guesswork.

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BeautyMed Arbutin Dermo Active Kit

Treatment kit · brightening home protocol

The core home-care kit for dark spots and post-acne marks — arbutin slows new melanin production between in-clinic sessions.

Price$149.00

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TiZO3 Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40

Mineral primer sunscreen · daily wear

Daily broad-spectrum protection is the single most important product for pigmentation — and non-negotiable with melasma.

Price$79.00

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iS Clinical Super Serum Advance+

30 ml · vitamin C & texture support

A vitamin C serum that supports brighter tone and smoother texture — often introduced once the pigment series is under way.

Price$199.00

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V-Bianco Brightening Facial — 3 Sessions

In-clinic add-on · brightening facial series

A gentle brightening facial series that pairs well with light-based pigment sessions on dull, uneven skin.

Price$600.00

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Your Journey, Your Way

Melasma Treatment Montreal & Laval

Melasma treatment is most effective when approached gradually and consistently. At IPLLAB Medispa, clients in Montreal and Laval receive a personalized plan that may combine laser-based pigmentation care, skin brightening treatments, and supportive home care to help reduce visible patches and improve overall skin tone. Because melasma can be recurrent, maintenance and sun protection are important parts of long-term results.

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Melasma Treatment Locations

We are always happy to welcome you at our two pigmentation treatment locations: 3889 St-Denis Street, Plateau Mont-Royal, Montréal and 4220 St-Martin Boulevard West, Laval. Whether you are searching for hyperpigmentation treatment near you, melasma treatment near you, a dark spot treatment near you or laser for hyperpigmentation near you — or you want a consultation with a pigmentation esthetician about our melasma Montreal and Laval protocols — our team helps you choose the most suitable plan. The treatment menu and package pricing are identical at both clinics.

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Clear Skin, Even Tone

  • ✓ Free consultation & AI Skin Analysis
  • ✓ Two locations — Montréal & Laval
  • ✓ Trained estheticians
  • ✓ Flexible packages & memberships

Dark spots and melasma can linger long after the sun exposure or breakout that caused them — and they respond to consistent, professional care. Our hyperpigmentation and melasma treatments in Montréal and Laval fade visible pigmentation, even out skin tone, and keep it that way with a personalized plan. Book a free consultation, explore our services, find pigmentation packages in our online store, or message us on WhatsApp 👋.

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