Melasma tips
What is the cause of melasma?
Melasma can be caused by various different factors. One of these factors is genetics. Certain skin tones are more susceptible to developing melasma. In addition, pregnancy and other forms of hormonal fluctuations such as increased estrogen can cause melasma.
Other factors that contribute to melasma include sun exposure, inflammation in the skin, and certain medications or drugs.
What is the fastest way to cure melasma?
Melasma can’t be cured but it can be alleviated with medical esthetics treatments that improve the skin’s appearance by lightening or shrinking the lesions. The fastest, safest, and most effective way to treat melasma is by means of intense pulse light (IPL) therapy.
This treatment is similar to laser. However, when working on a condition such as melasma, IPL is believed to be more effective because its does not affect the surround tissue.
Prevention tips
There are some melasma prevention tips you can follow to reduce symptoms. You can help prevent the growth or darkening of the lesions by avoiding extended unprotected sun exposure whenever you can.
Plus, use sunscreen and if possible a physical barrier as well such as a hat or standing in a shaded area. Heat can also aggravate the condition. We recommend avoiding things such as hot tubs, saunas, extended exposure to hot temperatures. However, when heat exposure cannot be avoided, cool the skin by using skin globes, jade rollers, or cold spoons.
Other tips for melasma prevention includes the use of topical exfoliants. Topical exfoliants such as alpha hydroxy acids- mainly glycolic and lactic acids- are great for lightening hyperpigmentation.
Retinol can also be an effective way to minimize the hyperpigmentation. Remember that retinol should always be used in the evening. If possible, set 30 minutes before other products are applied to allow it to fully absorb into the skin.
Some topical prescriptions can also help. Hydroquinone is the most commonly prescribed by dermatologists.
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Dérmica MedEsthetics
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