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February 25, 2026Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology2 citationsOpen Access

Exploring the Effectiveness, Tolerability, and Safety of the Adjunctive Use of Microneedling With Tranexamic Acid in the Treatment of Melasma

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SDSharon DhaliwalNDNavneet DhanoaZRZ. Rashid

Key Points

  • This review aims to assess the effectiveness and patient-centered benefits of microneedling with tranexamic acid in treating melasma.
  • Compared microneedling with tranexamic acid delivery to other treatment approaches
  • Highlighted tolerability, durability, and individualized treatment benefits
  • Evaluated limitations in existing studies regarding protocol and outcome measures
  • Microneedling with tranexamic acid showed better tolerability compared to other treatments
  • Potential long-lasting effects on melasma management indicated
  • Specific focus on patients with skin of color recommended due to higher post-inflammatory pigmentation risk

Abstract

This review compares microneedling-based TXA delivery with other treatment approaches, highlighting patient-centered advantages in tolerability and durability that may inform individualized treatment selection. Future studies should address limitations in protocol heterogeneity, reliance on semi-objective outcome measures, and limited long-term follow-up. Particular focus is needed on evaluating patients with skin of color, who may be more susceptible to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

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Dhaliwal et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699e919cf5123be5ed04f468https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.70763
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