Cosmelan · Brentwood, Los Angeles
Cosmelan in Los Angeles
A professional depigmentation peel for melasma, dark spots, and uneven tone — safe for all skin tones.
What Is Cosmelan?
Cosmelan is a professional depigmentation peel that targets the cells responsible for melanin overproduction. Unlike a resurfacing peel, Cosmelan works at the source of pigment — the reason it's a go-to for melasma and stubborn hyperpigmentation, including in darker skin tones.
What Cosmelan Treats
- Melasma
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Sun spots and age spots
- Uneven tone and dullness
The 2-Phase Process
- In-office mask: Applied in the studio and worn home for a set number of hours before rinsing.
- At-home maintenance: A prescribed cream routine used over the following months to lock in and extend results.
Cost
$950. See our full pricing menu.
What to Expect · Peeling Timeline
- Days 1–3: Redness and tightness — this is expected
- Days 3–7: Light-to-moderate peeling as pigment lifts
- Weeks 2–4: Visible brightening and evening of tone
- Months 2–6: Ongoing improvement with at-home maintenance
- Sun protection is non-negotiable — SPF 50+ daily
Cosmelan vs VI Peel
A VI Peel is a great all-purpose resurfacing peel for tone, texture, and mild pigment. For entrenched melasma or persistent hyperpigmentation, Cosmelan's targeted depigmentation protocol usually delivers deeper, longer-lasting results.
Book Cosmelan in Brentwood & Los Angeles
140 South Barrington Place, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Brentwood).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cosmelan cost in Los Angeles?
Cosmelan at Beauty Ranch by Nurse Jamie in Brentwood is $950. That includes the in-office mask; at-home maintenance products are used to protect and extend results.
Is Cosmelan safe for darker skin tones?
Yes — Cosmelan is one of the few depigmentation treatments considered safe across all Fitzpatrick skin types when performed by a trained provider. It's especially popular for melasma in darker skin tones.
How long until I see Cosmelan results?
Most clients see a visible improvement in tone and dark spots within 2–4 weeks after the in-office mask, with continued improvement over several months while using the at-home maintenance products.
How much downtime and peeling should I expect?
Expect several days of redness and light-to-moderate peeling as the skin renews. Plan 5–7 days of social downtime and strict sun avoidance.
Cosmelan vs a chemical peel — what's the difference?
A traditional chemical peel (like a VI Peel) resurfaces broadly. Cosmelan is a targeted depigmentation protocol — it works on the melanin-producing cells themselves, making it uniquely effective for melasma and stubborn pigmentation.