Why Does Melasma Occur During Pregnancy?
Causes of Melasma in Pregnancy Changing Hormones, Particularly the Excess of Estrogen and Progesterone, Is the Main Cause of Melasma During Pregnancy. Beyond...
How can a pregnant woman avoid melasma?
- Minimizing sun exposure during peak hours (10 am – 2 pm).
- Wearing UV protective clothing and broad-brimmed hats.
- Applying pregnancy-safe sunscreen daily (a physical blocker is recommended)
- Using makeup to hide dark patches of skin.
Does pregnancy melasma go away?
Any dark splotches you developed during pregnancy usually fade within a few months of delivery. These skin pigmentation changes, known as melasma (sometimes called chloasma), often start to fade as your hormone levels return to normal and your body stops producing so much skin pigment, or melanin.
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