Melasma Treatment in Hyderabad

Generally, home remedies are not incredibly effective to improve melasma. Some people go for use of aloe vera and turmeric to reduce the appearance of melasma but there is no sufficient information to recommend it as a treatment for melasma. Other alternatives such as the application of lemon juice, raw onion, apple cider vinegar, or garlic may worsen melasma. These are highly acidic ingredients that could irritate the skin and instead of lightening the spots further darken it.

Other than these, the patients can try out over-the-counter skin care products or cosmetics that contain exfoliating or brightening ingredients such as Vitamin C, Kojic acid, Niaci-namide, Lic-orice extract, Glycolic acid, and Mandelic acid.

Mostly, melasma affects the face of an individual, which is why most patients seek prompt medical attention. On the face, it usually appears in one or more of the areas like the nose, chin, cheeks, forehead, and upper lips. Occasionally, melasma spots/patches can be seen on the jawline, neck, arms, or elsewhere. At the time of pregnancy, it typically appears in the second or third trimester.

Melasma typically affects women- mainly those who are pregnant or those who are aged between 20-40 and have been sun-exposing themselves frequently or for a prolonged duration. The condition is more prevalent in those who are dark-skinned, i.e. individuals having Fitzpatrick Skin Types III-IV. Thus, Latin, Black, Asian, or Native American women are more likely to develop melasma. Several research studies have also shown that a family history of having melasma can also make one more likely to suffer from it.

Since the reason behind melasma appearance is multifactorial, there are no specific ways to prevent melasma. However, women can try to avoid melasma from activating or getting worse by staying away from the sun and wearing broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, and avoiding other triggers like hormonal changes, stress, and exposure of skin to extreme heat.

Melasma may have its own improvement following childbirth but cannot clear up completely. Once triggered, this skin condition tends to stay lifelong. Thus, it needs to be periodically treated.

Most treatments are not recommended to be done for pregnant women. However, patients can go for a few safe pigment correctors. One of these is avoiding sun exposure and daily wearing tinted sunscreen to keep the skin protected from melasma.

Several treatments can help it resolve gradually. The condition may recur and if the hyperpigmentation goes deep- the dermal melasma, there is a limited cure.

Melasma is usually considered an aesthetic dermatological concern since it can appear unsightly. However, its underlying cause may be serious and medical attention may be needed to treat the condition.

For flawless-looking skin, or to learn about the melasma laser treatment cost, make a visit and consult Dr. Ravali Yalamanchili now at Neya Dermatology & Aesthetics Clinic, the best skin clinic in Hyderabad, and gets the benefits of melasma removal treatment.