Melasma and freckles, pigmentation, spots and sun moles, are all common problems that many people suffer from. These spots cause unevenness of face color, and it contains dark spots and light spots. This uneven skin tone, which gives an unpleasant appearance, and person tries to find ways to cover these defects, by permanently applying cosmetics, these products that are harmful and may exacerbate the problem. With Dr. Inas Musa in Dubai, you can now get a solution, and restore your uniform skin tone.
Causes of melasma:
Melasma is the appearance of brown or dark gray spots, with irregular borders. It usually appears on the face and may appear on the chest and abdomen. It commonly appears in women with dark skin, and has many causes: exposure to sunlight, taking contraceptive medications, pregnancy melasma, hormonal disorders in sex hormones and thyroid hormones.
Causes of freckles:
It is the appearance of small, round spots, with regular borders, scattered in large numbers on areas exposed to the sun. It appears in people with light skin and red hair. Freckles are caused by a genetic predisposition, in addition to exposure to sunlight. Some consider it an aesthetic feature to be proud of.
Sunlight:
The ultraviolet UV rays within the sun’s rays are the biggest instigator of the appearance and exacerbation of melasma and freckles, as well as the rest of the types of spots that appear on the face. Hence the importance of using a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor SPF to prevent its formation, and reapplying it to the skin every two hours in case of continued exposure to the sun.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many procedures available at Perla Dermatology Clinic, which can achieve this goal. Including: Platelet-rich plasma PRP injections, mesotherapy, rejuvenation needles, gold stamp, hydrafacial, laser treatment, cryotherapy using liquid nitrogen. It is also possible to prescribe creams that lighten and uniform color (containing hydroquinone compounds or vitamin A derivatives that are used to exfoliate the skin) after consulting Dr. Inas Musa, who is very experienced in this field.
Freckles are often hereditary, but melasma is acquired. Freckles are more acceptable than melasma. They also differ clearly in the shape and size of the spots, as well as their color. Where the freckles tend to be orange or very light brown, unlike melasma.
Fortunately, melasma often disappears spontaneously 3-6 months after birth. In some cases, it may not go away and here we need treatment.
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