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- What is the pregnancy mask?
- How to avoid pregnancy or melasma mask?
- What products to use to fight against melasma or pregnancy mask?
- How to completely remove the mask of pregnancy or melasma?
What is the pregnancy mask?
Pregnancy mask, melasma, chloasma...All these terms refer to the same phenomenon: the appearance of brown spots on the face (cheeks, forehead, nose, etc.) and neckline during pregnancy, generally from the 4th month of pregnancy.
Bad news : this hyperpigmentation can affect all pregnant women, regardless of their skin type, even if dark skin is more at risk of seeing their epidermis become spotted under the action of hormones. Because it is indeed the hormonal action , and particularly the increase in estrogen levels , which is responsible for the appearance of melasma: estrogens cause an overproduction of melanin , the skin thus becomes more sensitive to the sun and to UVA-UVB rays and becomes covered with brown spots if it is not sufficiently protected. Rest assured, there are specific solutions and products to use to say no to pregnancy masks!
How to avoid pregnancy or melasma mask?
This is long-term work, since the pregnancy mask can appear during pregnancy, but also afterwards, in the case of breastfeeding . The problem is that once there, it can last several months after giving birth, and even in some cases never completely disappear (or reappear every summer)! For some women, it poses a real aesthetic problem that ruins their lives. To fight against melasma, the key word is: prevention ! It is in fact possible, by protecting your skin well and adopting tailor-made care, to prevent its appearance or reduce its extent.
To do this, we protect our skin as much as possible by respecting simple rules that you certainly already know: we avoid exposure to the sun between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. , we wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect our skin, we wear sunglasses. sun, we favor shade whenever possible, and above all, we do not set foot outside without at least index 50 sun protection, whatever the season and the weather of the day!
What products to use to fight against melasma or pregnancy mask?
It's not easy to navigate when you know that many sunscreens contain endocrine disruptors and other controversial ingredients...everything you don't want during pregnancy! We are well aware that cosmetics used by a pregnant woman must have an impeccable composition, so that you can use them every day with complete peace of mind and in complete safety! Very soft and hypoallergenic, it is also suitable for all skin types, even sensitive.
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The ideal? Apply the Radiant Cream in the morning as soon as you wake up, and slip it into your handbag to reapply it as many times as necessary during the day. Its non-greasy texture and no white effect on the skin also makes it an excellent makeup base – it saves you time in the bathroom in the morning!
How to completely remove the mask of pregnancy or melasma?
Have brown spots appeared on your face? Continue to protect your skin with sun protection: daily use of this product will allow you to minimize the extent of the problem.
However, sometimes melasma does not completely disappear, even after your baby is 6 months old. In this case, alternatives can be considered.
Several solutions exist to make the pregnancy mask disappear in its entirety, by consulting a specialized doctor or a dermatologist who will offer you more targeted treatments.
Make melasma disappear at the dermatologist
They will be able to advise you on several solutions, depending on your budget… but also your skin!
The first is to adopt a medicated cream , most of the time issued under prescription and prepared in pharmacies , rich in depigmenting active ingredients. The most common composition is based on hydroquinone, an organic compound that inhibits the enzyme responsible for melanin production. This cream can also be combined with other active ingredients, in particular anti-inflammatory active ingredients and others which stimulate cell renewal, to gradually lighten the skin. A local treatment to follow for 3 months, using one application every evening. However, this treatment is not safe for your health and the environment.
The second is to make an appointment for a superficial peel , most of the time with AHAs (enzymatic fruit acids), ideal for exfoliating and toning the skin, but also for brightening and evening out the complexion. After carrying out the peel, it is imperative to consider adopting a daily cream based on mineral sun filters, to protect your skin and limit recurrence. Once again, this treatment is not trivial and can sometimes damage healthy cells. Pay attention to the products used to make it which must be European in order to respect a reasonable dosage of active ingredients.
Make melasma disappear with laser
Laser treatment is undoubtedly the quickest and most effective treatment to remove the pregnancy mask, but it is also the most expensive and the most aggressive for the skin.
As the appearance of melasma is due to hyperpigmentation and the dilation of micro-vessels , the laser destroys these vessels to regulate the functioning of pigmentation and thus even out the complexion.
As for fractional lasers , which act more deeply on the dermis (and whose operation must therefore be carried out most of the time in the operating room), they extract the pigments responsible for the coloring of the skin and firm it at the same time. Note that fractional laser peeling only acts on the face at intervals, so several sessions will need to be carried out to ensure its effectiveness on all of the targeted areas.
Like all aesthetic medicine techniques, it is also important to remember that these treatments are not without risks and must be the subject of a prior medical consultation . Depending on the patient's skin type and her desire for results, the doctor will be able to determine the specific treatment or setting (if you use the laser technique), for a completely personalized intervention.
And after ?
Furthermore, be aware that even if your pregnancy mask has disappeared in the weeks or months following your delivery, it may be likely to return with each new exposure, particularly next summer. Therefore, we recommend that you continue to use protection with high SPF thereafter.
Don't forget that by adopting the “daily SPF50+ sun protection” reflex, you will minimize the damage caused by the pregnancy mask. This is a good reason to always carry a face cream like Crème Radieuse , which will allow you to enjoy the sunny days with complete peace of mind while waiting for your baby!
