Learn how to differentiate types of skin blemishes

Gaining a skin blemish is quite common. There are several reasons that cause them: unprotected sun, the arrival of age, etc. And they can be of many types: brown, yellowish, white, with or without embossing. Any spot other than the ones you already have is more than enough reason to schedule an appointment with your dermatologist. To prevent them, you need to know the main types of stains. Come on?

Age spots

They pull to brown and are more rounded, can appear in various sizes. Older people who have not taken care of their skin so much have many of these spots on their hands, arms and neck. This type of blemish comes from the age of 40 (especially if you do not take care of the sun, which has cumulative effect) and are much more visible in those who have lighter skin.

Got treatment? Yes! When they are at a later stage, laser treatments are more efficient. When they are just beginning, Intense Pulsed Light and more abrasive peels can do the trick.

Melasmas

This is the spot that always appears after your summer vacation, when you have sunbathe on the beach or in the pool and made famous freckles. They have a brown color and varying sizes. Hormonal problems and genetic predisposition are other factors that cause it.

Got treatment? Yes, it must be continuous, because there is no cure. The treatment brightens, but the stain remains there and reignites in any sun exposure. Laser application should be done annually. Ideally, use sunscreen before leaving the house every day, even in winter.

Freckles (solar melanosis)

One of the main causes is genetic predisposition in those who have light skin (for example, natural redheads and blonds), but in most cases (especially in Brazil, where the sun is strong) it arises from the cumulative effect of solar radiation, more often on the face, shoulder and lap.

Got treatment? The use of high SPF sunscreen (from 30 upwards) prevents them from getting worse. To remove them, your doctor may refer you to Intense Pulsed Light applications.

Solar leukoderma

They are also known as white freckles and mainly reach arms and legs. The cause is too much sun exposure over many years.

Got treatment? It is made with Fraxel laser, but it is best to prevent, also with the use of sunscreen.

Stains in pregnancy

It is common with the? Mess? Many pregnant women have larger brown spots during the nine months. This is due to unprotected double exposure to the sun + changing hormones.

Got treatment? Yes, it does. However, most of them (with creams and lasers) only start after breastfeeding. There are even some creams that can be used before, but they should be prescribed together by your dermato and your obstetrician. Moisturizing your skin well and using a lot of sunscreen are two ways to prevent these blemishes, okay?

Phytophotodermatitis

These are those reddish-brown brown spots that appear on the skin after contact with more citrus fruits, such as lemon and orange and also fig and cashew, associated with sun exposure. In more severe cases, blisters may even appear in a kind of burn. They are common for barbecues in the pool, for example. Many people make caipirinha and go out in the sun, forgetting the danger they are in.

Got treatment? Your dermatologist will prescribe a prescribed antiallergic ointment and the blemishes tend to regress within eight weeks without scarring. But is it ideal to pay attention whenever you stir the fruits above and wash your hands well when going out in the sun, combined?

Contact dermatitis

Because of an allergy to any product or food, brown spots appear on the skin without a standard shape. They can be large or small.

Got treatment? The first thing to do is to find out what is causing you an allergy and to discontinue use (or consumption). The spots tend to disappear naturally, but your doctor may tell you a cream or gel to speed up the process.

Prevent every day!

If you routinely turn the use of sunscreen on your face and other areas exposed to the sun is already preventing various types of stain, because the sun rays have cumulative effect and, even if nothing happens at that time, the spots may arise. Talk to your dermatologist to find out which sunscreen is right for your skin type and use one for your face and one for your body.

Using moisturizer after bath and drinking lots of water leave the skin hydrated and more protected as well. Well-groomed skin is harder to beat. And remember, even without spotting, it is best to make an appointment with your doctor at least twice a year. It is important that it evaluates your skin.

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