Melasma is a widespread skin condition characterized by the appearance of symmetrical, non-heading pigmentation ranging from light to dark brown in both men and women. Melasma is less common in men, but it negatively affects the quality and aesthetics of the skin no less than in women. The causes of melasma are often related to sunlight, hormonal influences,...

Melasma is a common skin condition that affects both men and women. However, it is more common in women and those with darker skin tones. Melasma is less common in men, but it negatively affects quality of life in men just as much as it does in women. Although melasma has been extensively studied in women, there have been few studies on the clinical pathology and treatment of melasma in men.