Dermoscopic evaluation of tranexamic acid versus Vitamin C, with microneedling in the treatment of melasma: a comparative, split-face, single-blinded study.

MN followed by Vit C or TXA is successful in melasma management, the latter being advantageous vis-a-vis dermal vascularity and epidermal pigmentation. Dermoscopic evaluation appears crucial in choosing optimum treatment in each patient.