In the pursuit of beautiful looks, spots are undoubtedly a difficult problem for many people. Freckles, sun spots, dark spots, melasma, these different types of spots, do you know? Today, we will go deep into the causes, characteristics and prevention and improvement methods of these spots, to help you avoid detours on the beautiful journey.
1. Freckles. 1.Causes: Freckles are mainly caused by genetic factors, and there is also a certain relationship with ultraviolet exposure. **Under the action of ultraviolet rays, the production of melanin will be accelerated, resulting in more visible freckles.
2.Characteristics: Freckles are more common on the face, especially on the bridge of the nose and cheeks. They are usually light brown with clear borders and uniform size.
3.Prevention and improvement: While freckles are genetically linked, proper sun protection can reduce the formation and aggravation of freckles. Use a high-powered sunscreen to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. In addition, lasers** and whitening products can also help lighten freckles to some extent.
2. Sunburn. 1.Causes: Sunburn, as the name suggests, are mainly caused by prolonged or frequent exposure to ultraviolet rays. Ultraviolet rays stimulate the production of excess melanin, resulting in sunspots.
2.Characteristics: Sunburn mostly occurs in the ** areas exposed to the sun, such as the face, the back of the hands and the neck. They are darker in color and irregularly distributed.
3.Prevention and improvement: Sun protection is the most effective way to prevent sunspots. Wear sunscreen, wear a hat and sunglasses when you go out, and try to avoid going out during periods when UV rays are intense. For sun spots that have already formed, they can be improved with whitening products, chemical peels or lasers**.
3. Dark spots. 1.Causes: The formation of dark spots is related to various factors such as ultraviolet exposure, endocrine disorders, and aging. Among them, ultraviolet rays are the most important external factors, while endocrine disorders are one of the internal factors.
2.Characteristics: Dark spots are more common in women over 30 years old, especially in the cheekbones of the face. The spots are darker in color and irregular in shape.
3.Prevention and improvement: A balanced diet, maintaining good lifestyle habits, and avoiding excessive UV exposure are the basic measures to prevent dark spots. For dark spots that have formed, you can try to use whitening products containing vitamin C, fruit acids and other ingredients, or receive professional *** such as laser**, microneedling**, etc.
4. Melasma.
1.Causes: Melasma, also known as liver spots, is a common pigmentation disease. Its formation is related to factors such as genetics, UV exposure, hormone level changes (e.g., pregnancy, oral contraceptives).
2.Characteristics: Melasma appears mainly on the face, especially around the forehead, cheekbones, and upper lip. The spots are yellowish brown or dark brown in color with blurred edges.
3.Prevention and improvement: Avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun, using high-powered sunscreens, and maintaining endocrine balance are the keys to melasma prevention. For melasma that has already formed, it can be carried out by oral or topical drugs (such as vitamin C, arbutin), laser**, etc.
Different types of spots have different causes and characteristics, so there are different ways to prevent and improve them. It is important to choose the right method according to your actual situation, and pay attention to sun protection in daily life and maintain healthy lifestyle habits, so as to effectively reduce the formation of spots and restore smooth and delicate skin.