211 - Melasma: keeping hyperpigmentation at bay in the summer

211 - Melasma: keeping hyperpigmentation at bay in the summer

Consultant dermatologist Dr Sajjad Rajpar returns to the podcast this week for a special summer episode about melasma, a condition that leads to darkening or brown patches developing on the skin.

Up to 85% of those affected by melasma are women – and there is a connection between this condition and female hormones.

Dr Sajjad and Dr Louise delve into what is known about this chronic complex condition, why it is crucial to protect your skin from the sun and the wide range of treatment options available, including topical treatments and laser therapy.

Dr Sajjad’s three top tips on what to do if you suspect you have melasma, plus advice on self-management:

  1. Educate yourself on how to tell the difference between melasma and freckles – look at the areas of the face where it occurs. Family history and background may mean you are more susceptible.
  2. Sun protection is crucial in managing melasma. This means being really disciplined with using sunscreen, and seeking out a tinted version that will block visible as well as ultraviolet light.
  3. There are a wide range of active skin ingredients that can help with melasma; Dr Sajjad suggests starting with azelaic acid or arbutin to treat your condition.

For more information about Dr Sajjad, visit www.midlandskin.co.uk

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