All you need to know about the types of skin pigmentation and its solution

There are four different types of skin pigmentation, but all those types generally cause two different form of skin pigmentation, one is hyper pigmentation, and the other is hypopigmentation. In hyperpigmentation, the dark patches become visible on the skin because of the excessive production of melanin. In hypopigmentation, however, the skin tends to lose its color, and lighter patches become visible due to melanin depletion. Pigmentation doesn t occur overnight, rather it happens gradually which can only be taken care of with the help of an experienced cosmetic medical professional.

Often people confuse chloasma and melasma to be two different kinds of skin pigmentation; however, in reality, both are the same. In melasma, dark splotchy patches appear on the side portions of the skin, on the forehead, on the cheeks, upper part of the nose and lip. When such dark patches appear due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, they become known as chloasma or the mask of pregnancy. Be aware of the fact that it is the women in whom this particular skin pigmentation becomes more visible than men.

Irrespective of the type of skin pigmentation one suffers from, with the advent of various modern medical treatment options, treating, reducing and preventing various skin pigmentation has been possible. From various prescribed topical medicines and creams to different clinical methods like IPL (Intense pulsed light therapy) or ODT or photo dynamic therapy, and other types of laser therapies are there to offer satisfying solutions to skin pigmentation. Instead of ignoring the early signs of skin pigmentation, make it a point to consult with a dermatologist at the earliest to obtain the maximum result from a pigmentation treatment.

From following a healthy diet to cover your skin from excessive exposure to the sun and its harmful UV rays, such home care options also have a significant role to play in preventing or reducing skin pigmentation. Maintaining personal hygiene, such as not scratching the skin or the acnes can also contribute in treating skin pigmentation. Before opting for any home care treatment, it's important to have the skin pigmentation type diagnosed from a skin specialist.