Things and beauty habits that may cause Melasma + prevention and treatment tips

I wrote about Melasma before, but I primarily focused on its medical definition and how is it different from hyperpigmentation and freckles so I thought of doing this follow up: What causes Melasma? Because little did you know that Melasma is generally caused by lifestyle and beauty habits!

But for starters and especially to those who have encountered the skin condition MELASMA for the first time, WHAT IS MELASMA? It is a skin condition characterized by dark spots and patchy marks spread across the skin. How does Melasma happen? When Melanocytes, the cells that produce Melanin, are triggered, the release a significant amount of Melanin and direct them to the skin surface in order to protect your skin from further damage because fyi, Melanin acts as an ”umbrella” for the skin. Too much Melasma on the epidermis can lead to skin darkening and Melasma occurs. It’s not life- threatening, but it can affect the confidence of the individual who’s suffering from the condition. Melasma is also your body’s way of telling you that your lifestyle and beauty habits are not that good, and you need an overhaul.

 

What are the causes of Melasma?

 

1.    You don’t wear sunscreen religiously

-       One of the main triggers of Melasma are UV rays. If you don’t wear sunscreen religiously and expose yourself to the sun often, Melasma can occur.

2.    It’s because of your hormones

-       Another main trigger of Melasma. Increased hormonal production can cause Melasma. Oftentimes, pregnant women are at risk of Melasma because of increased hormonal productivity.

3.    You smoke

-       Smoking has bad effects on the skin namely dryness, premature aging, and some studies have pointed out the link between tobacco smoke and Melanin production. Some studies have shown that tobacco smoke can stimulate Melanocytes, thus causing it to produce more Melanin.

4.    It’s because of makeup

-       Some individuals who have very sensitive skin can develop phototoxic reaction to cosmetics, which can trigger Melasma. Certain skin care product ingredients such as fragrance and surfactants can be culprits as well.

5.    Your lifestyle habits aren’t optimal

-       Stress, unbalanced diet, pollution, and lack of sleep can all contribute to unhealthy skin, which makes it prone and susceptible to conditions such as Melasma.

 

Now that you know how to prevent Melasma, how do you manage or treat it once it’s already there? Is it even curable?

 

If someone tells you that a simple, over-the-counter cream can treat Melasma, save your money; because Melasma is best treated with a combination of dermatologist- prescribed topical products and oral Melasma treatments such as Pynocare.

Pynocare is a clinically- proven Melasma treatment that promises to treat the condition in as little as 8 weeks. It is another great product by Mega We Care, one of the trusted pharma companies locally.

 

Pynocare is an oral treatment that is used to treat Melasma. It has MSCC Complex Actisome (Melasma Skin Clear Complexion) that helps control the over production of Melanin and brings it down to its normal level in as little as 8 weeks.

 

What are the main actives of Pynocare?

 

Procyanidin- from French Maritime Bark extract and is known to help decrease skin pigmentation and Melasma

Vitamin C- antioxidant

Vitamin E- fights free- radicals

Vitamin A- helps reduce sun damage such as hyperpigmentation

 

FYI, Procyanidin is best used with Vitamins A, C, and E for best results in treating Melasma. You can get it all from Pynocare!

Melasma is much more common than we think and thankfully, there are ways to prevent and treat it such as Pynocare. As we age, we become more prone to Melasma so now you know that there’s Pynocare to aid you in case you find yourself (or someone) dealing with this skin condition one day.

 

In case you have more questions about Pynocare, I’ve made a quick FAQ sheet for you:

 

Is it safe for pregnant and lactating women?

It is not advisable to be taken while pregnant or nursing. Obtain clearance from your physician first before usage.

 

Is this only recommended for individuals with Melasma?

You can treat it as a beauty supplement too. If you have hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone problems, Pynocare may help.

 

What’s the recommended daily intake?

Take Pynocare one to two times daily after a meal. Best to take continuously for at least 8 weeks to see results.

 

 

Does it have side effects?

The actives are quite common and generally safe, but in rare cases, you may experience a stomach upset due to Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) that’s why it is recommended to be taken after a meal and not on an empty stomach.

 

Any contraindications?

The supplement is generally safe, but if you experience any adverse reaction, stop usage immediately and see a doctor.

 

Pynocare is available in all leading drugstores, Check out the following online platforms to know more about Pynocare:

 

Official website: pynocare.ph

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pynocareph

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pynocareph/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PynocarePhilippines

 

Disclosure: This post is brought to you by Pynocare and The Beauty Junkee