Are Dark Circles Melasma?

Melasma is a common skin disorder. Loosely translated, the word means “black spot.” If you have melasma you're probably experiencing light brown, dark brown and/or blue-gray patches on your skin. They can appear as flat patches or freckle-like spots.

Are dark circles hyperpigmentation?

Genetic periorbital hyperpigmentation: (aka pigmented dark circles): causes extra melanin to be produced in the skin below your eyes, darkening the area. This typically affects people with genetically darker skin.

What is the difference between melasma and dark spots?

Brown spots vary in size and usually appear on the face, hands, shoulders and arms. Areas most exposed to the sun. Age spots are common in adults older than age of 50. Melasma is a common skin condition of adults in which light to dark brown pigmentation develops, mainly on the face.