07/05/2025
🌞 “What’s really causing my hyperpigmentation?” 🤔
Let’s talk about it — because if you're here, you’ve probably asked yourself this more than once.
💭 It usually starts like this:
You notice a few dark spots creeping in. Maybe after pregnancy, maybe from an old breakout, or maybe just after spending “a little too long” in the sun that day.
You try to ignore them at first… but they don’t go away. In fact, they get darker.
Sound familiar? You’re not alone 💛
🕵️♀️ The usual suspects behind hyperpigmentation:
☀️ The Sun – Even if it didn’t start your pigmentation, it sure loves to darken it. That’s why sun protection is non-negotiable.
🤰 Hormones & Melasma – Pregnancy, birth control, or just being a woman (yes, really!) can trigger melasma. It often shows up after birth and loves to stick around… sometimes even until menopause and beyond 😞.
🧬 Genetics – If your mum had it, there’s a good chance you might too. It’s not fair, but it’s real.
🔥 Inflammation = Pigmentation – This is where things get wild. Anything that irritates or inflames your skin can leave a mark:
Acne
Skincare ingredients
Peels or lasers
Waxing, threading, or shaving (especially if you hit the sun after)
Even certain medications and foods 🍲💊
Yes, even your lunch could be playing a role!
💡 Here’s the twist:
Hyperpigmentation isn’t just about what you did last week. It’s often a combo of things — sun, hormones, heat, sensitivity — all mixed into a perfect storm 🌪️.
And to make it trickier? What works for your friend probably won’t work for you. She tans like there’s no tomorrow ☀️😎. You? You get spots. That’s just how your beautiful, sensitive skin responds — with protection, in the form of melanin.
🌿 So what can you do?
👉 Start with gentle, natural care.
That’s exactly why I created Beauty Fields’ hyperpigmentation skincare — packed with plant power, made with love here in New Zealand, and never harsh.
✨ No bleaching. No burning. Just slow, steady healing.
✅ Pair it with a good sunscreen.
✅ Be kind to your skin.
✅ Know that you’re not alone — and you can improve it.
You’re already on the right track 💚 Keep going.