Hyperpigmentation refers to the condition in which dark patches are formed on the skin, mostly on the face. It is a harmless condition which is caused by excessive melanin if it gets deposited in the localised areas of the skin. Melanin refers to the pigment which is responsible for giving colour to the skin. You may notice various patches on your skin that are usually darker than the actual colour of your skin. These dark spots are called sunburns or liver spots. They show up on the areas which are frequently exposed in the sun, such as your face, neck, hands and arms. 

These dark patches are more likely to pop up in women when their hormones switch a lot. Also, these dark patches show up during pregnancy or when a woman starts taking or stops using birth control. If you have any skin issues like acne or eczema, then there could be a possibility of getting a darker spot, which is called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. A few drugs can also change the amount of pigment your skin makes. And if it is in the genes, that means, if it runs in your family, then there is a possibility of hyperpigmentation happening more often. 

Taking care of skin means that you are taking care of an important organ which helps lighten the dark spots. This makes you feel better and confident about yourself. Our professionals at Puri Skin Clinic believe that taking care of your skin is the best thing you can do. 

Effective ways of dealing with hyperpigmentation 

5 effective ways to deal with hyperpigmentation are — 

• Gentle exfoliation — You should take out some time to apply an exfoliation scrub on your face in a circular motion. Then, rinse your face thoroughly with water. Exfoliating on a regular basis with a mild exfoliant, including BHA or AHA, will help in the removal of dead skin cells, thereby helping you with cell turnover. 

• Sun protection — Throughout the year, sun protection is vital. Some people think that there is no need for sun protection during winter. But this is not true. You must use sun protection during winter too. Before stepping out in the sun, you should apply a good sunscreen with a broad spectrum and high SPF on all the areas that are exposed to the sun. If you remain outside for long hours, you should reapply sunscreen every two hours. 

• Use of moisturiser — It is vital to keep your skin well-moisturised. For that, you need to choose the moisturiser consisting of ingredients like glycerine, hyaluronic acid or squalene. These ingredients help in keeping the moisture retained in your skin, thereby hydrating your skin. This makes your skin barrier work better. 

• Lightening and brightening agents —  If you want to have a bright complexion, you can use skin lightening creams to get rid of the tan and to get the desired bright complexion. You should use the creams which have the ingredients like niacinamide, liquorice extract and Vitamin C. These ingredients help lighten the spots of hyperpigmentation and brighten the complexion thereafter. 

• Ingredients for lessening the production of melanin — Melanin refers to the pigment which is responsible for giving colour to the skin. If melanin is produced in excess amounts, it leads to the production of hyperpigmentation or even skin darkening. The ingredients which can decrease the production of melanin are retinoids and hydroquinone. They can even increase the turnover of the skin cells. But you should never use these creams without consulting your dermatologist. 

Conclusion 

Must visit Puri Skin Clinic to get complete information about hyperpigmentation, its causes and treatments that are best suited for your skin. The dermatologists will suggest to you effective treatments such as laser therapy, microdermabrasion and even chemical peels if any of these are required. It is hard to deal with hyperpigmentation, but we will help you cope with it without losing your confidence. Our advice will help you to get brighter and even-toned skin. Make an appointment right now and get rid of the dark spots.