
08/13/2025
Did you know? Up to 70% of pregnant women develop melasma and summer’s heat and UV rays can make it even more pronounced. ☀️
During pregnancy, rising levels of estrogen and progesterone stimulate melanocytes (the skin’s pigment-producing cells), making them more sensitive to sunlight and heat. This hormonal shift is why dark patches often called the “mask of pregnancy” can appear or deepen in the summer.
If you’re noticing dark patches or uneven pigmentation during pregnancy, you’re not alone. Protect your skin daily with broad-spectrum SPF, wear a wide-brim hat, and seek shade when possible.
💛 Your skin is part of your story, let’s keep it healthy, protected, and radiant through every season.