Melasma is a typical chronic disorder. This means that this situation will last. Some people experience melasma for many years or live with melasma for a lifetime. Melasma can also be short-lived, such as during pregnancy. Melasma can also respond to treatment well and fade, depending on the method of treatment and the location of each person. If you take preventive measures and follow your doctor’s treatment regimen, you have a very high chance of being cured.