The pandemic has affected our work routines, social lives, and even our habits. But even though we are all stuck at home, for most of the time, it doesn’t mean we could just skip on our skincare routines and neglect our beauty regimen.
Since skin clinics had also been forced to close for most of last year, we had no choice but to learn and take care of our skin on our own.
I must admit though that the repeated lockdowns has helped made my skin smoother, supple and glowing. I guess, its because I didn’t have to go out and expose myself to pollution and the harmful rays of the sun. Wearing a face mask also worked since it protected my face as well. I also found more time to exercise, make my smoothies, and choose what I eat.
I remember having dirty dark gray patches on my chin 3 summers ago. I consulted my dermatologist and was diagnosed with melasma. I was advised to stay indoors, if necessary and when going out, always wear a sunscreen, a cover up, and avoid sunlight in the afternoon as the UV radiation is at its strongest. I was given some topical ointment and Pynocare for oral supplement. I am still taking Pynocare up to this day, it helped a lot with my skincare routine. Aside from treating melasma on my chin, I love that it also helped with anti aging, I observed that wrinkles under my eyes slowly reduced with these treatment.
So to those asking what is melasma? Melasma is a common pigmentation disorder that causes brown or gray patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face. Its either the bridge of the nose, forehead, cheeks or at the upper lip. In my case, it spread right in my chin. It also known as pekas. Melasma may also appear on other areas of the body, especially those exposed to a lot of sunlight. These areas may include the forearms, neck and shoulders. It affects women with morena skin tone in their 30s to 50s. It likely occurs during pregnancy, when taking birth control pills, sun exposure and using harsh cosmetics.
Three Types of Melasma:
Dermal Melasma – Affects the deeper dermal layer of skin and is characterized by BLUE- GRAY PATCHES. This type of Melasma is less responsive to treatment.
Mixed Melasma – Combination of epidermal and dermal Melasma in same person. Show as BROWN- GRAY PATCHES.
How to Treat Melasma
Treatment varies from Hydroquinone, in cream, lotion or liquid form, which applied to the skin and works by lightening the skin. Oral treatment, by taking supplements like Pynocare and Procedures like dermabrasion, chemical peels, laser treatment or a light base procedure done by a Dermatologist.
What is the difference between Melasma, Freckles, Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation?
Hyperpigmentation means “excess pigment” – it means pigmentation above your normal background color. Melasma is a specific form of hyperpigmentation that commonly presents on the face of women of reproductive age. However, not all forms of hyperpigmentation are melasma.
These are other type of Skin Condition:
Rash- According to study, Rashes come in many forms, and common causes include contact dermatitis, bodily infections, and allergic reactions to taking medication. They can be dry, moist, bumpy, smooth, cracked, or blistered; they can be painful, itch, and even change color.
Darkening- Darkened skin, or hyperpigmentation, is the appearance of patches of skin that become darker than the surrounding area.
If you have been suffering from melasma or any of the types of skin condition above. Do not self-medicate. It is important to check with a Dermatologist before doing any treatment or procedures.
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