Q-switched alexandrite lasers combined with chemical peels have been used to successfully treat acquired bilateral nevus of Ota, freckles, PIH, and recalcitrant dermal melasma in Korean patients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV-VI. The combination is effective and safe
(55) . Statistically significant results were achieved in a study group of Koreans with Fitzpatrick skin types II-IV and solar lentigines using an alexandrite laser for hair removal
(56) . When used in combination with CO2 laser, the results in the treatment of refractory melasma were superior to the use of the alexandrite laser alone (45).