Why are brown spots, melasma and other pigment problems so hard to treat? Pigment (melanin) in the most superficial layer (the epidermis) is the easiest to treat because as the skin renews itself, the pigment will slough/shed (example –brown spots after acne). But when the pigment drops deeper down into the dermis, the renewal process is much slower and treatment cream/lotions don’t reach it. The hardest of all is when there is also in increase in the number of pigment- making cells (melanocytes) and the pigment is deep (example – melasma). You will need your doctor to help you with an accurate diagnosis. Treatment can be effective if the diagnosis is right. Possible causes of brown spots, melasma and other pigment problems: •Too much sun. This can be at any point in your life including childhood •Pregnancy, oral contraceptives and hormone replacement •Acne •Various facial rashes and any skin irritation •Your genes •Rarer causes like overuse of hydroquinone creams, adrenal gland problems, etc.
Posted on: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:16:44 +0000
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