SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION TREATMENT & MELASMA TREATMENT IN THE UAE

One medication/ treatment cannot be singled out as the best for cases of hyperpigmentation and melasma, because each patient has a different case of pigmentation.
In many cases, applications of topical corticosteroids work. For others, it is a combination of creams.
In case procedures are required, they may take sessions. Sometimes doctors recommend a combination of both. In most cases, chemical peeling however has been the most effective one for hyperpigmentation and melasma.
But, the final word is only from the dermatologist for the treatment or medication.

Yes, lasers if recommended by dermatologists for patients are safe. The course of action is always the doctor’s call. At times they will opt for laser first and in some cases, they would do it last.
As the doctors first see the skin’s resistance to creams and peels or other procedures then lasers are picked.
The laser targets certain areas with deep pigmentation to clear the top layer of skin and unravel the fresh new skin that is spot free.

Melasma and hyperpigmentation look the same, however, they are different.
While hyperpigmentation is uneven, dark patches caused by excessive melanin. Melasma is mostly caused due to the trigger of hormones aggravated by UV light. Mostly it is seen during pregnancy and is commonly called “the mask of pregnancy”
Qualified dermatologists can work it out with medicines and treatments together.

Yes, pigmentation can be removed permanently. However, that requires patience as the sessions are planned for skin recovery.
The strike rate for scar removal is not 100% for all patients but in a majority of cases, the scars can be removed. Skin resurfacing, peeling and continuous care with a good diet can help the promotion of new skin cells. As the new skin layer appears the scars fade away.

Melasma appears due to hormonal changes and exposure to radiation such as UV light, infrared, etc. Doctors can give melasma treatment for the following areas:

1. Forehead
2. Cheeks
3. Upper Lip
4. Bridge of the nose
5. Chin
6. Neck
7. Shoulders
8. Forearms

If you want to avoid melasma or have fears of its recurrence, then be careful with the following steps:

1. Limit your sun exposure time
2. Always wear sunblock with a high SPF
3. Wear hats and caps for sun protection

The primary cause of hyperpigmentation is excessive melanin production in the skin. However, there are secondary reasons that aggravate the melanin as well as increase pigmentation spots.

1. Excess Sun Exposure: Excessive sun exposure leads to the production of melanin, which later leads to dark spots.
2. Medical Conditions: A hormonal change during pregnancy or a rapid increase of iron in the blood due to Addison’s disease
3. Physical and Chemical Injuries: postinflammatory pigmentation occurs due to a physical or chemical injury leading to dark spots
4. Allergies: Expired makeup or allergens may cause eczema and scaly patches that eventually lead to blisters and end up as dark spots or melasma spots.
5. Exposure to Radiation: Radiation, not only dries up the skin. But, also intensifies the pigmentation spots, which become first red and then go darker as deep pigmentation spots on the skin.