Exposure to the sun makes post-inflammatory pigmentation worse, butsunscreencan help. One study found that using an SPF-60 broad spectrum sunscreen lowered the likelihood of dark skin patches from post-inflammatory pigmentation. An over-the-counter product, Heliocare Advanced, blocks the daylight that...
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern for many that can be caused by factors such as inflammation, sun damage, pregnancy, sun exposure, and acne.“When the skin is injured, whether it's a pimple, a burn, a rash, etc, the healing process can cause excess pigmentation to form and dep...
She added that the goal of treatment in the case of acne and hyperpigmentation, for example, should be to treat both conditions at the same time using a therapeutic agent.“Another condition that I see in my practice, not as often as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is melasma,” Callender...
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Post-inflammatory pigmentation (PIH):Melanocytes are similar to immune cells, i.e. they react and become more active in response to inflammation in the skin. In some people, this happens more than others (particularly darker skin types) and areas of pigmentation can be left long term after an...
- Sun Exposure: Like the rest of your skin, your lips can get darker from too much sun. UV rays cause melanin production, leading to pigmentation. How to Treat Dark Lips Dark lips may take time to lighten, but there are steps you can take to help: ...
tricky skin condition to treat. Treatment depends upon the severity of your hyperpigmentation, and everyone's experience will be unique. It’s also important to note that no treatment plan will be 100% perfect. The best advice is to talk to a dermatologist to find the best treatment for you...
Melasma – or skin pigmentation – can be difficult to treat but here's what a skincare expert wants you to know about getting rid.
Pityriasis alba is a condition where post-inflammatory hypopigmentation develops in association with several common inflammatory dermatoses. The condition is worsened by environmental factors like heat, humidity and am...
What skin spots on face to be concerned about? How do you get rid of spots on your face? What are the little brown spots on my face? • • • P.S. We did the homework, so you don’t have to: Plensdorf, S., et al. Pigmentation Disorders: Diagnosis and Management. Am Fam...