What is FacIal Pigmentation
Pigmentation is the darkening of facial skin due to excessive production of a pigment called melanin. The medical term is melasma, where patches of pigmentation appear on the face, especially cheeks, nose, forehead and upper lip. Facial pigmentation is more common in women, but in some cases, can also occur in men.
How Does it Occurs?
Major causes are hormonal changes in women during pregnancy, during menopause, consumption of contraceptive pills and hyper-thyroidism. Other trigger factors include stress, inadequate sleep and overexposure to the sun. Homeopathy has a safe and effective remedy for treating facial pigmentation. They help by restoring an even tone to the skin and halting further progression of the condition.