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The efficacy of both combinations has been demonstrated but the efficacy between these two combinations has never been compared.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Aim and Objectives<\/jats:title><jats:p>To compare the efficacy and side effects of microneedling and QS Nd:YAG laser when combined with topical 3% TA gel.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Materials and Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>60 patients were randomized into 2 groups. Group A received Nd:YAG laser sessions monthly with daily 3% TA gel while Group B underwent microneedling monthly with daily 3% TA gel. A total of 5 sessions were given with follow\u2010up after 2\u00a0months. Evaluation using modified Melasma Area and Severity Index (mMASI), Patient satisfaction score, and photography was done at baseline, 3rd session, 5th session, and final follow\u2010up.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Mean fall in mMASI at follow\u2010up in Group A was 5.12\u00a0\u00b1\u00a02.66 to 2.33\u00a0\u00b1\u00a01.33 and Group B was 4.60\u00a0\u00b1\u00a02.38 to 1.88\u00a0\u00b1\u00a01.08 (<jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\u00a0&lt;\u00a00.001). Patient satisfaction score was not significantly different. Side effects of both interventions included erythema, pain, and burning sensation.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Our study shows equal efficacy of microneedling and QS Nd:YAG laser when combined with topical 3% TA gel in treating melasma without serious side effects. 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