How to manage melasma on the face
Disease description:
My match looked down on me for having chloasma on my face and refused to proceed with the marriage. I feel very upset. The chloasma on my face is so dense and ugly that I want to remove the pigmentation and whiten my skin. How can I treat chloasma on my face?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The methods for managing melasma on the face mainly include:
1. Dietary adjustment: Maintain a balanced diet and consume more foods rich in vitamin C and E, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, which help inhibit melanin production and reduce pigmentation.
2. Sun protection: When going outdoors, take proper sun protection measures, such as applying sunscreen and using umbrellas, to avoid direct exposure to ultraviolet rays and reduce the risk of worsening pigmentation.
3. Medication: Under a doctor's guidance, topical medications such as tretinoin cream or hydroquinone cream may be used, along with oral antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin E, to help fade melasma.
4. Psychological regulation: Maintain a calm mindset and avoid emotional fluctuations that may affect the endocrine system, thus reducing the development of melasma.
5. Lifestyle habits: Ensure adequate sleep and avoid staying up late or excessive fatigue, which helps maintain hormonal balance and reduces pigmentation.
