Why does the face appear yellowish, dull, and develop melasma?
Disease description:
During this period, I don't know why, but my complexion has turned yellow and my skin has become dull, with several chloasma spots appearing as well. Why does a yellowish and dull complexion lead to the development of chloasma?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The causes of yellowish and dull complexion with melasma are complex and varied, mainly including:
1. Endocrine factors: Increased estrogen and progesterone can promote melanin synthesis, especially during pregnancy and while taking oral contraceptives, women are more prone to develop melasma and experience darkened skin tone.
2. Ultraviolet radiation: Prolonged sun exposure or UV radiation can activate melanocytes, leading to pigment deposition in the skin, causing a yellowish complexion and worsening of melasma.
3. Genetic factors: Individuals with a family history are more likely to develop melasma, which may also be resistant to treatment and persist for longer durations.
4. Chronic diseases: Conditions such as liver disease and gastrointestinal disorders may affect pigment metabolism, leading to melasma formation and a dull complexion.
5. Medication factors: Long-term use of certain medications, such as hormonal drugs, may also induce melasma.
6. Unhealthy lifestyle habits: Such as staying up late, unbalanced diet, lack of exercise, etc., which can all affect skin metabolism, leading to a yellowish and dull complexion.
