Do your confidence level is hitting by brown patches (melasma) on your face? Due to the patches, many people feel tired. But don’t worry! In this blog post, we discuss healthy and dermatologically accepted treatment options for melasma.
What Is Melasma?
Melasma is a common skin condition that is usually seen on the face. Overproduction of melanin (skin pigment) causes dark patches on any part of a face. Melasma is also identified as Chloasma. The name is derived from the Melas; it is a Greek word that is used for black or cholas. Young women with darker skin are more vulnerable to melasma. But at any stage of your life melasma may develop.
Common Symptoms of Melasma
Usually, melasma poses dark patches on the face. They are usually Brownish and patches appear on the following areas:
- Cheeks
- Bridge Of The Nose
- Forehead
- Chin
Treatments for Melasma
There are four types of Melasma Treatment Toronto as follows:
- Topical: Topical treatments for melasma involve Hydroquinone, Azelaic acid, Iron oxide, Kojic acid, Corticosteroids, Ascorbic acid, Tretinoin, and niacinamide.
- Oral: The oral treatments include Polypodium, leucotomos, Tranexamic acid and Glutathione.
- Procedural: it includes laser and light-based treatments, chemical peels, and microneedling.
- Home Remedies for Melasma: the consumption of Aloe Vera, Green Tea, Mulberry, Turmeric and Soybean can prevent pigmentation.
How to prevent Melasma?
- Use Sunscreen
To keep UV-A and UV-B rays at bay, use a wide-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30. According to the dermatologist, sunscreen should be applied 15 to 30 minutes before going out in the sun, and reapply it every two hours.
- Wear Sun Protective Clothing, Hat And Sunglasses
You can prevent melasma by wearing Sun Protective Clothing, Hat and Sunglasses when going to the sun exposure.
- Avoid Waxing
Waxing can result in inflammation of the skin, which can exacerbate melasma. Therefore, the waxing on the affected areas must be avoided. Talk to your dermatologist about using other hair removal methods.
- Gentle Skin Care
Regular skin care is good for your skin, but in the case of melasma, it may worsen your skin condition. A successful skincare routine takes a long time to keep the skin clean and light. Rigid skincare products can adversely affect your skin and can make the existing melasma even worse. Make sure to use skincare products that suit your skin well.