Melasma – “Mask of Pregnancy” Part 3

All females should understand that Melasma is only a temporary skin affliction and will resolve spontaneously after delivery.

In most cases, Melasma lasts a few months. The very rare female may have Melasma that may last a little longer. Unfortunately, many unscrupulous health care physicians have now been advertising for the treatment of Melasma as if it was a contagious disease. The very rare female may seek treatment because of the cosmesis.

So what is being advertised by the physicians?

Over the years, several treatments have been proposed for Melasma and they include:

- Chemical peels like trichloroacetic acid, azelaic acid,
glycolic acid, lactic acid and various fruit extracts
are used to treat Melasma. The effectiveness of many of
the lighter strength peeling agents is poor. The stronger
peeling agents do work but one also has to be aware of
the side effects such as burning, skin peeling, scarring
and even worsening of skin discoloration

- Bleaching agents like hydroquinone are often used to treat
Melasma. Health food stores and spas also sell a variety
of fruity peels and other bleaching agents. again, in each
and every case, the safety, quality and efficacy of these
products is in question

- To prevent Melasma from getting darker, it is advisable
to wear a sunscreen.

- Some physicians also recommend Laser rejuvenation. Only
thing to be said here is that these physicians have no
morals. Avoid any physician who wants to treat your melasma
with expensive treatments which are not needed.

In each and every case, the treatments are more risker than the actual skin disorder.