Understanding Pigmentation
Skin pigmentation means the discoloration of the skin. The color of the skin is determined by the production of melanin, a pigment produced by cells called melanocytes. Excessive production of melanin results in darker patches or spots called as hyperpigmentation as against low production of melanin reflects as lighter patches called as hypopigmentation. Hormonal changes and sun exposure are the two main reasons for skin pigmentation or melasma.Â
Skin Pigmentation: Life stages and Other Causes
1. Hormonal shifts
Your hormones go on a rollercoaster ride during different life-stages like puberty, pregnancy, postpartum period, menopause etc. The constant tug of war between hormones and body affects your skin resulting in dark spots and discoloration. Hyperpigmentation is often a concern with women undergoing hormonal changes. Hormonal changes happen during puberty, perimenopause and menopause period and the reproductive hormones go on a rollercoaster ride which bring about many physical and mental changes in women.Â
2. Menopause
Menopause is a period when your body has transitioned from perimenopause stage to menopause i.e period free stage. Here the release of estrogen hormone completely stops. The decrease in estrogen levels during menopause leads to changes in skin issues like altered skin sensations, dryness, itchy skin and skin pigmentation. Women in menopause or perimenopause suffer from hyperpigmentation dark patches around the skin.Â
3. Aging
Aging affects the skin considerably. Aging related issues like perimenopause and menopause, hypertension and stress reduce the melanin content and make the skin more prone to hyperpigmentation. Chronic stress leads to hormonal imbalance and potentially lead to changes in pigmentation.
4. Sun Exposure
Exposing your skin to sun could have impact in the long run causing pigmentation and darkening of skin.Â
5. Medical conditions
Medical conditions and chronic illnesses like diabetes, thyroid disorders can affect your skin health.Â
FAQs related to Skin Pigmentation
1. How can I prevent pigmentation on my skin and face naturally?
You can prevent pigmentation on your skin with the help of natural oils and aromatherapy rituals. Aromatherapy is best to treat hyper pigmentation and dark spots as it is free of chemicals and completely safe for all skin types.Â
2. Are there any lifestyle changes to prevent pigmentation?
Following a balanced diet, exercising and breathing techniques to calm your mental stress and have great effects on your skin health. A good sleep promises better skin. These are some of the lifestyle changes to avoid pigmented skin and uneven skin tones.Â
Modify your lifestule by engaging with the selfcare rituals mentioned in the Anti-pigmentation ebook by Arezou to prevent pigmentation.Â
3. Can pigmentation become worse with age?
Aging is one of the life stages where you are inundated with hormonal changes and other chronic illnesses. These two factors increase the onset of skin issues and can aggravate them if not taken right course of treatment. Natural treatments like aromatherapy works best and prevents the pigmentation from worsening. However, seek help of a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and know the underlying issue of your skin issues.Â
Aromatherapy and Skin care – What is the correlation?
Aroma therapy is using extracts from aromatic plants for the purpose of healing. It is an ancient healing practice that uses essential oils to treat illnesses that affect physical, mental and emotional health. They can come from flowers, flower tops, from leaves, bark, resins, roots or even the seeds and in daily life are called Essential Oils.Â
Why Essential oils?
Essential oils work best for many disorders like sleep disorders, mental disorders, stress and anxiety disorders etc. Inhaling them, using it in the cleanser or applying them topically as a moisturizer promote skin health and alleviates skin issues like discolouration or pigmentation, drying of skin, dark spots, acne and breakouts etc, leaving the skin smooth and nourished.Â
| Skin Concern | Essential Oils |
|---|---|
|
Acne |
Tea Tree, Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot |
|
Aging |
Frankincense, Rose, Sandalwood, Lavender |
|
Hyper-Pigmentation |
Lemon, Turmeric, Geranium, Rose |
|
Dry Skin |
Coconut, Jojoba, Lavender, Geranium |
|
Sensitive Skin |
Aloe Vera, Chamomile, Lavender, Bergamot |
|
Scarring |
Helichrysum, Rose, Frankincense, Tea Tree |
Essential oil benefits the skin by:
- Controlling blemishes
- Nourishing the skin by adding radiating glow
- Healing the dark patches and uneven skin tone
Anti-pigmentation face oil: An Essential Oil Aid to Beat Pigmentation
Connect with Ishita
Arezou, the only aromatherapy brand that speaks less and delivers more. We, at Arezou, understand your unique needs and help with tailor -made essential oil blends and practical selfcare rituals that engages your sense of touch, sight and smell and do wonders to your overall wellbeing.Â
(Note: Always speak to your doctor before using any essential oil based blend. Dilute the essential oils with a carrier oil and perform a patch test)Â
