How to deal with a dull and yellow complexion
Disease description:
My own skin is not white, but rather yellowish and dull-looking. I would like to ask the doctor, what can I do about a sallow and dark complexion?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Dull and yellowish complexion may be caused by various factors, including lifestyle habits, nutritional status, skin problems, or underlying health issues. The following are some methods for improvement and treatment:
1. Balanced diet: Maintain a balanced diet and consume more foods rich in vitamin C and vitamin E, such as fresh vegetables and fruits. These foods help to combat oxidation and improve dull skin tone.
2. Foods that nourish the blood and qi: Deficiency in blood and qi can also lead to a dull and yellowish complexion. You may consume moderate amounts of blood- and qi-nourishing foods such as red dates, longan, and pork liver.
3. Medication: If the dull and yellowish complexion is caused by TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) related conditions such as blood and qi deficiency or liver qi stagnation, you may consider taking medications like Xiaoyao Pills or Fufang Ejiao Jiang under the guidance of a physician for regulation and treatment.
4. Photorejuvenation: If the yellowish complexion is relatively pronounced and caused by excessive local melanin accumulation, photorejuvenation treatment may be an option. Photorejuvenation utilizes broad-spectrum colored light that reaches the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and breaking down melanin particles to achieve skin lightening effects.
