Pigmentation spots and blemishes
Pigmentation spots and blemishes are skin discolorations or marks. They include age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Causes range from sun exposure and hormones to genetics and injury.
Causes of Pigmentation spots and blemishes
- Sun: UV rays cause age spots, freckles, and worsen melasma.
- Hormones: Changes during pregnancy, puberty, etc., can trigger melasma.
- Genetics: Predisposition to some pigment issues like freckles and melasma.
- Inflammation: Acne, injuries, etc., can cause dark marks.
- Aging: Uneven melanin leads to age spots.
- Medications: Some can cause or worsen pigmentation.