Melasma: Pigmentation on Face

A beautiful and clear skin is what everyone wants. Nothing is more envied than a skin with clear complexion. But sometimes, we get blotchy, brownish patches on our skin which are known as uneven pigmentation or Melasma. It is caused by excess production of melanin in our body. The pigmentation can be caused by direct contact with harmful sun rays, pollution or other environmental changes, hormonal imbalance, pregnancy and sometimes as a symptom of some chronic internal organ disease or the medication taken for such diseases. Melasma is more common in women than men and affets between the age of 20-40 years. Hence, it is important to consult a Dermatologist to get the right diagnosis and right treatment on time in order to get rid of pigmentation on face.

TYPES OF MELASMA

Epidermal Melasma : This type of pigmentation responds well to treatment and has a prominent dark brown colour which can be easily distinguished from the normal skin.
Dermal Melasma: This kind of Melasma is light brown or blue coloured and merges with the original skin colour.
Mixed Melasma: This type of pigmentation on face is very common. It is a combination of Epidermal & Dermal pigmentation and hence is a mix of dark brown, light brown and blue coloured patches. There’s only partial improvement in mixed melasma with the help of an expert treatment.

TREATMENT
There are some Adjuvant treatments which help you get rid of pigmentation on face.
Chemical Peels– Skin peeling has been used as skin rejuvenation therapy since centuries in the form of sour milk to red wine facials and baths. Chemical peels remove the top layer of the skin, and help the new skin to grow back there by imparting a younger, fresher skin with improved texture.
Meso Facials-A complex and extremely effective lightening treatment that illuminates the complexion reduces discolouration and evens out skin tone. Vitamin C and other active ingredients infused into the skin using electrophoration provide protection from free radicals and renew the epidermal layer of your skin.
Insta-Glow Peel Facial- Designed for individuals for whom time is a luxury. These quick fix secrets will have your skin looking nourished, hydrated and glowing in no time at all.
Laser Toning-A treatment using 1064 nm wavelength of Q Switched Nd:YAG laser, based on the principle of selective destruction of pigmented cells.

GENERAL MEASURES

It isn’t really difficult to have a flawless skin. If we take care of our skin and make it a routine we can avoid pigmentation on face/skin. Here are some points which can be practised in daily life to avoid pigmentation:

Refrain from direct exposure to sunlight and use sunscreen lotions as recommended by your dermatologist.
Be careful of what you eat. Include healthy and fresh foods in your diet and avoid oily, packed or junk foods.
Make it a habit to maintain personal hygiene.
Stay happy. Because in some cases it has been found that emotional stress can cause excess production of melanin.
You can use make-up if you want to hide the pigmentation on your face.
Melasma takes time to get recovered even if you take proper treatment from a dermatologist. So, it is advisable to take care of your daily routine to prevent the pigmentation and consult a dermatologist as soon as you start seeing the symptoms.

Source: Dr Nivedita Dadu Skin Care Blog Tips

Winter Acne: How to Deal With It

Did you think acne only break out in summer? Are you surprised why you have to deal with acne even in winter? Well, there can be many possible reasons to have acne problem even in winter.

Stay Hydrated
So, the main reason of why acne is bothering you in winter is less consumption of water. As Dr. Nivedita Dadu says, ‘’ Our skin becomes dry because of the cold winter weather. Please ensure that you drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated and flush the toxins.’’

Keep your face clean
The one thing that you need to take care of is to use a face cleanser which doesn’t dry out your skin and rather a hydrating one. The moist winter air can easily clog your pores with various pollutants. Cleansing and exfoliating is necessary for facial hygiene.

Moisturize, Moisturize & Moisturize
Yes, we can’t emphasize enough on how important it is to keep your skin moisturized in winter. A common mistake most girls do is to use a moisturizer which is oil based. If you have an oily skin, you should prefer using water based moisturizer or a facial gel. However, having an oily skin doesn’t mean you can skip the moisturizing part. We at Skinology also suggest using facials or face packs which deeply nourish your skin. Fruit packs or facials are good for all skin types.

Avoid too much Exfoliation
Of course you need to exfoliate your skin in winter as well but excessive exfoliation can drain the essential oils from your skin and make it dry. Too much dryness can be a reason for winter breakouts.

Exercise and Rejuvenate
Just because it’s winter, you can’t skip your morning routine. It might seem to be a great effort to wake and go for a walk in the cold outside, so what? You can exercise indoors, maybe you can do yoga or dance. However, staying indoors all the time isn’t advisable because if you take in refreshing morning air it will rejuvenate your skin and keep winter breakouts away from you.

What not to do
Small things/changes make all the difference.

Do not take long hot showers; you can rather use lukewarm water.
Do not use oily cosmetics or skin care products.
Strong perfumes or products with pungent fragrances shall be avoided as it can cause skin irritation.
Do not pick on acne.

Home Remedies to swear by
Home remedies for acne are so underrated. Here are a few suggestions to keep your winter breakouts at bay by using this simple yet most effective home remedies:

Do let us know if these tips were helpful to prevent or get rid of acne this winter. Write us at info@skinology.in.

Source: Skin Care Tips Blog