BLEMISHES

Any mark on the skin is referred to as a blemish. There are several kinds of blemishes.

Although most blemishes are harmless, some individuals want to treat them for cosmetic reasons.

Certain blemishes may suggest an underlying illness, such as skin cancer, that need immediate medical attention.

In this post, we will discuss the many sorts of blemishes that people may have, as well as the treatment methods accessible in each scenario.

ACNE

Acne is a skin disorder caused by excessive oil production in the skin. Excess oil production can be caused by a variety of circumstances, including:

oil glands that are hyperactive

hormonal changes that occur during puberty, menstruation, or menopause

Stress, worry, or sadness can all have an impact on hormones.

HYPERPIGMENTATION

This is a type of blemish that appears darker than the surrounding skin. It is frequent and typically not harmful.

Hyperpigmentation can be caused by genetics, UV exposure, or acne scars.

Freckles are a kind of hyperpigmentation that can be passed down from generation to generation. They are tiny, flat red, brown, tan, or black dots. They can manifest themselves everywhere on the body.

Sunspots, sometimes known as “age spots,” are a kind of hyperpigmentation. These little spots or patches of skin can appear on sun-exposed parts of the skin.

Acne scarring can sometimes leave dark areas on the skin after the acne has healed.

INGROWN HAIRS

Hairs can curl back on themselves or grow sideways into the skin, causing red, itching bumps to appear. Ingrown hairs are the medical term for these skin blemishes

Hair removal methods such as waxing, shaving, and plucking can all result in ingrown hairs.

MELASMA

Melasma is caused by an excess of melanin synthesis (skin pigment).  It is distinguished by black areas on the skin.

ROOT CAUSES

Sunlight exposure

Hormonal imbalances

birth control pills

Pregnancy

TREATMENT

Iron oxide, hydroquinone, azelaic acid, kojic acid, corticosteroids, and other topical therapies for melasma are available. Tranexamic acid, polypodium, leucotomos, and glutathione are all oral therapies. Laser, chemical peels, and microneedling are examples of procedure treatments.