How to Improve a Sallow Skin Tone

    In general, dark yellow skin tone may be caused by aging, ultraviolet radiation, insufficient qi and blood, endocrine disorders, anemia, and other factors. It is recommended to seek timely medical consultation to identify the underlying cause and improve the condition under a doctor's guidance through general treatments, medications, and other methods. A detailed analysis is as follows:

    1. Aging: With increasing age, skin metabolism gradually slows down, which may lead to a dark yellow complexion. It is recommended to use skincare products containing antioxidant ingredients such as vitamin C and E to help brighten the skin tone.

    2. Ultraviolet radiation: Prolonged exposure to strong ultraviolet rays can damage the skin, leading to pigmentation and consequently a dark yellow skin tone. When going outdoors, take proper sun protection measures, such as applying sunscreen, wearing a sun hat and sunglasses. Additionally, using skincare products containing whitening ingredients can help inhibit melanin formation and brighten the skin tone.

    3. Insufficient qi and blood: Insufficient qi and blood can cause poor blood circulation, resulting in inadequate supply of nutrients and oxygen to the skin, slowed metabolism, and thus a darker skin tone. This may be accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, and palpitations. Eating more iron- and vitamin-rich foods, such as red dates, spinach, and animal liver, can help improve the condition of qi and blood deficiency.

    4. Endocrine disorders: Endocrine disorders can affect the normal function of melanocytes, leading to abnormal melanin metabolism, which accumulates on the skin surface, causing a darker skin tone. This may be accompanied by symptoms such as menstrual irregularities, insomnia, and mood swings. Follow medical advice to use medications such as Modified Xiaoyao Pills, Qizhi Xiangfu Pills, and Wujibai Feng Pills to regulate the endocrine system.

    5. Anemia: Anemia leads to a decreased ability of the blood to carry oxygen, causing skin hypoxia, loss of natural luster, and a dark yellow complexion. It may also be accompanied by fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, and other symptoms. Patients can follow medical advice to use medications such as ferrous sulfate sustained-release tablets, ferrous fumarate tablets, and ammonium ferric citrate vitamin B1 syrup II for treatment.

    In daily life, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as regular sleep patterns and moderate exercise, is more beneficial for maintaining healthy skin.