Melasma is treatable, common and generally not dangerous. Melasma is more common in olive and darker-skinned women and is most commonly found in the facial areas. Melasma is thought to be triggered by a combination of sun exposure, hormonal imbalances, genetics and has even been linked to taking oral contraceptives. Women, however, are not the only sufferers as it can be found in men too. You are so excited to be a new mom but suddenly start to notice some blotches on your face and wonder where on earth that came from! Melasma is often referred to as the ‘mask of pregnancy’ as this common hormonal hyperpigmentation takes hold when you fall pregnant.
We look at the more common forms here: Melasma Types of skin pigmentation and their causes This could be localised on your face area or on your entire body. Healthcare professionals use the term ‘hyperpigmentation’ to describe patches of skin that become darker than the surrounding skin area. There are many factors that cause our melanin-producing cells (melanocytes) to become unhealthy or compromised, but lucky for us, in today’s world there are many treatments available - from professional treatments to home-made remedies to targeted supplementation. Although some forms of pigmentation can be dangerous, the majority of us suffer more with the cosmetic annoyance that pigmentation brings as we try cover up those blotchy discoloured areas on our face, neck and body. Pigmentation affects a large percentage of the world’s population, no matter what shade of skin tone you were born with.
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