05/06/2025
✨ Discover Your Skin’s Story: Types of Pigmentation ✨
Pigmentation can show up in different ways—each with its own cause and solution. Here’s a quick guide to help you understand what’s happening on your skin!
🔵 Melasma
What it looks like: Brown or grayish patches, usually on the cheeks, forehead, or upper lip.
Common causes: Hormonal changes (pregnancy, birth control), sun exposure, and genetics.
⚪ Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)
What it looks like: Dark spots left after acne, cuts, or burns.
Common causes: Skin trauma, inflammation, or picking at breakouts.
🟤 Sunspots (Solar Lentigines)
What it looks like: Small, flat, darkened patches from sun exposure.
Common causes: UV damage over time—hello, beach days without SPF!
🟡 Freckles (Ephelides)
What it looks like: Tiny, light brown spots that multiply in the sun.
Common causes: Genetics + sun exposure (but they’re cute when embraced!).
⚫ Hypopigmentation
What it looks like: Lighter patches where skin loses pigment.
Common causes: Conditions like vitiligo, eczema, or post-inflammatory healing.
💡 The Good News? Most pigmentation can be managed with the right care—think SPF 50+, brightening actives (vitamin C, niacinamide), and professional treatments like lasers or peels.
Drop a ❤️ if you’ve dealt with pigmentation, and DM us for personalized advice!
