Pigment spots - an unpleasant cosmetica defect that appears for various reasons. It delivers psychological discomfort, especially to the fair sex. Let's try to understand the causes and treatment of pigmentation on the face.
When do pigmentation appear?
Such stains can be both in girls and inwomen over 50. Usually this defect appears after 35-40 years. Very rarely, the lack disappears by itself, usually a lot of effort is needed to eliminate it. Pigment spots, in fact, are places of a large accumulation of melanin - a pigment that is in different layers of the epidermis. With its deposition, pale spots appear on the skin in the upper layer. They are from light yellow to brown.
Hyperpigmentation is otherwise presented,deposited in the deep layers of the epidermis. In this case, dark brown spots are formed on the skin. The disadvantage brings a lot of inconvenience to women, and even makes it difficult to apply makeup.
The causes and treatment of pigmentation are interrelated betweenby myself. From the first depends on the choice of how to eliminate the defect of the skin. Before this, it is advisable to consult with a specialist. To understand what this flaw looks like, just look at the photo. Pigmentation treatment is performed in a complex. And the causes of the disease may be as follows.
Heredity
Pigmentation may occur due to genepredisposition Usually spots occur in newborns. In this case, you should seek advice from a pediatric dermatologist or surgeon. Pigmentation may be a symptom of a serious illness.
Hormonal disorders
Pigmentation saturated color appears whenmenstruation, pregnancy, during the year after childbirth or hormonal disorders. Experts call it chloasma and do not advise taking any measures on their own.
If hormonal disorders are caused by an illness, then it is necessary to treat the underlying disease.
Endocrine pigmentation spots appear alongthe cause of gynecological diseases, neoplasms of the pituitary gland, disorders of the thyroid gland. After treatment, the hormonal system is restored, the deficiency becomes paler, and disappears with time.
Skin injury
This deficiency in the skin is due to the complexcases of acne, furunculosis, chemical and thermal burns, poor peeling and other injuries. The intensity of the defect depends on the characteristics of the skin and the depth of the lesion. Sometimes local remedies are not enough to get rid of pigment, therefore complex treatment is required.
Ultraviolet
Pigment spots of this species appear due tonegative exposure to the sun and other sources of ultraviolet radiation. They usually appear on the face, since the skin is thinner there. Melanin protects the skin from burns and dyes it in a dark color. And frequent visits to the solarium and / or the beach at inappropriate hours provoke the pigment to lie down unevenly.
Consider the no less harmful and spring sunnyrays: after winter, the skin of the face is partially depigmented. Sometimes even the use of sunscreen does not protect against the occurrence of stains. Just do not need long to be in the sun during the day.
Diseases
Reddish spots are formed with violation of workintestines, and brown - in diseases of the liver or gallbladder. The appearance of a yellowish-brown defect is associated with kidney disease. Separate treatment in this case is not required, you just need to stick to a diet and normalize the work of internal organs.
Nerve disorders
The defect is formed due to metabolic disorders and / or hormonal disruptions. Spots vary in shape and size.
Lack of vitamins
Often pigmentation appears for this reason. Spots are usually formed when there is a shortage of vitamin C and copper. If you eliminate the deficiency of these substances, the defect will be eliminated.
Taking medication
Often a flaw appears after a long receptiondrugs. This is especially true of antibiotics. In this case, you must visit the doctor, informing him of the occurrence of a deficiency. The specialist will replace or cancel the drug.
Allergy
Она появляется по причине неправильного use of caring means. Skin rashes and blemishes form after using unsuitable cosmetic products. Allergies can be caused by essential oils or improper cleansing of the skin.
Aging
Dark spots appear after 40-45 years.The reason for this is the increased production of melanin and its uneven distribution, as well as hormonal adjustment and aging of the skin. Sometimes the defect can be formed due to the presence of chronic ailments.
The occurrence of this type of pigmentation is not dangerous, but it always confirms the presence of failures in the body. When it appears, it is necessary to think about the state of health and be diagnosed.
Methods of treatment
Treatment of pigmentation should appoint a beautician.Its basis is the elimination of the causes of these manifestations on the skin. To decide on them, you may need to consult a therapist, gynecologist, endocrinologist and gastroenterologist. The diagnosis will provide an opportunity to prescribe a course of treatment of pigmentation or the underlying disease. Already by the middle of it, the blanching of the defect occurs, which will now be easier to eliminate.
Cosmetologists advise using the following methods for the treatment of pigmentation on the face:
- whitening;
- cosmetic procedures;
- cosmetics;
- traditional medicine.
Each of these methods is effective. If you correctly perform the prescribed treatment of pigmentation, then the condition of the skin of the face will noticeably improve. She will become more beautiful and healthier.
Whitening
The treatment of skin pigmentation is carried out with the following bleaching agents:
- Hydrogen peroxide. It is necessary to apply the solution (3%) only on the areas with defects, since healthy skin may be injured.
- Cream with mercury. They are allowed to use for a short time, as irritation may occur due to prolonged use. The tool is prohibited for use by pregnant and lactating women.
- Zinc paste. The tool perfectly whitens the skin, allows you to get rid of wrinkles and acne.
It is necessary to use such means after consultation with a specialist in order to exclude harm to health. You also need to carefully read the instructions.
Cosmetic procedures
Such a pigmentation treatment on the face canbe carried out only by a cosmetologist or a dermatologist. The method is chosen individually, it all depends on the severity of the defect, location, indications and contraindications.
Bleaching is performed:
- Ultrasonic or chemical peels.The type of procedure must be determined by the doctor. For chemical peeling, glycolic, fruit and other acids are used. They update the upper layers of the skin, eliminate pigmentation. Ultrasonic peeling is performed with special equipment that injects skin renewing and whitening products into the upper layers of the epidermis.
- By laser.It is carried out with the help of laser beams, which sparingly eliminate the top layer of the skin and renew it. This technique is traumatic and painful. After it, healing tools are needed. The procedure is best performed in the winter time, because during this period the sun's rays are less active. In addition to skin whitening, laser beams improve her condition: she becomes young, supple.
- PhototherapyThe procedure is carried out by a laser device producing intense light pulses. Light waves hit only pigment spots and destroy cells that contain a lot of melanin.
Cosmetical tools
Pigmentation treatment is performed and specialwhitening creams. Only they can be used under the supervision of a specialist, because due to inept use, negative consequences may appear - there will be more defects.
The doctor determines the type of funds and eliminates contraindications. Some creams, for example, can not be used for diseases of the kidneys and liver. And others are contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.
Often used for whitening:
- Cream "Ahromin Alen Mak". With it, spots are carefully removed and the skin is protected from ultraviolet radiation.
- Cream "Retin-A". Reduces the amount of melanin in the skin.
- VC-IP solution. Protects against hyperpigmentation of the upper layers of the skin.
Effective is a comprehensive solution to the problem. Therefore, to eliminate this type of deficiency, it is necessary to use various means prescribed by a doctor.
Folk recipes
Pigmentation treatment at home is performed with masks and lotions that can be easily prepared by yourself. Popular recipes include the following:
- It is necessary to rub the cucumber, and put the finished gruel on the face for 30 minutes. The mask should not be washed off, it should be removed with a napkin.
- Fresh yeast (20 g) is mixed with lemon juice (15 ml). The finished gruel is applied to the face, and after 15-20 minutes, rinse with warm water.
- Sliced parsley (2 tbsp. L.) it is necessary to fill with water (100 ml). Infused means an hour, and then filtered. Milk (100 ml) is added to it. The lotion can be used to wipe pre-cleansed face 2 times a day.
- After filtering, the infusion of parsley must be poured into water tins and put in the freezer. Washing these ice cubes in the morning will get rid of stains and tighten pores.
- Rice flour (2 tsp.) Is mixed with honey (1 tsp.) And vinegar (1 tbsp.). Gruel is applied for 30 minutes. The mask is removed with a dry cloth and rinsed face.
- Almonds (0.5 cups) must be twisted through a meat grinder and mixed with lemon juice and water. The mixture is applied for 20 minutes and then washed off.
- Boiled potatoes should be peeled and mashed with a fork. In the puree add the yolk. Mask is used for the face. It is kept until the potatoes cool, and then washed off.
- Protein should be mixed with lemon juice (from ¼ fruit) and hydrogen peroxide (3-4 drops). The mask is applied on the face, and after 10 minutes, wash off and treat the skin with a nourishing cream.
- Milk and water should be mixed in the amount of 3: 1. Face should be cleaned at night.
Folk remedies have a mild impact.To avoid skin irritation and allergies, it is advisable to test them before use. For this tool is applied to the inside of the forearm. If after 15-20 minutes there is no redness, then you can perform the procedure.
Even if the treatment of pigmentation on the face at homeconditions brought positive results, health care can not be left. Be sure to use sunscreen, as well as regularly visit the doctor to correct the main disease. It is also important to eat and carry out preventive measures in the spring. After treatment, one should not be long in the sun: it is desirable to sunbathe in the morning until about 12:00 and in the evening - after 16:00. Such a lifestyle prevents the appearance of hyperpigmentation.
Who should I contact?For age spots or other changes in the color of the skin, go to a dermatologist. However, to identify the factors that led to skin disease, you may need advice and other professionals. Photo shows the effectiveness of therapeutic procedures. The causes and treatment of pigmentation can also be established by a cosmetologist.
Thus, skin pigmentation is treatable. It is only important to accurately determine the factors that led to this. With proper treatment, there is an improvement in the appearance of the skin of the face.
