Our skin is the outermost protective layer of the body. It is supposed to act as a physical barrier between the blood vessels and internal soft and sensitive tissues and the harsh outer environment, which may prove to be damaging for our internal organs.
Taking care of the skin is about making sure that it remains healthy at all times in our lives and at every age. Various people develop skin darkening and hyperpigmentation at a young age due to insufficient care for the skin.
Some skin conditions like scars, tattoo removals, etc. can nowadays be removed by laser. One can also visit a skin specialist for melasma treatment in Pune, Lucknow, or other cities for guidance with the laser treatment for the skin.
Taking care of the skin and maintaining a healthy diet can show visible effects on the health of the skin regardless of age. But some disorders need to be looked at by a medical professional.
MELASMA
This skin condition is also known as chloasma. People develop dark patches of brown color on the face or other areas on the body. Many women experience this skin disorder during pregnancy due to hormonal fluctuations and imbalance.
In general, this skin condition occurs when the pigment-producing cells in the skin produce too much pigment that causes darkening of the skin in patches. The hormone responsible for controlling the pigment cells of the skin is a melanocyte-stimulating hormone or MSH. Any disbalance in the level of this hormone can cause melasma.
The treatment of melasma can either be very basic like some simple home remedies or can require laser treatment. Aloe vera gel is said to work efficiently on melasma and medical professionals use hydroquinone as the first treatment for melasma.
One can also choose to visit a laser treatment center for melasma treatment in Pune, Bangalore, Delhi, or Mumbai and ask a professional for guidance.
ECZEMA
Also known as atopic dermatitis, this skin condition makes people have itchy, flaky, and rough patches on the skin. People may also have skin rashes or even fever that accompany this skin disorder.
This is one condition of the skin that can be chronic. It can begin to show symptoms in kids and remain active for a long time. There is no proper cure in the medical world to treat eczema.
It actually occurs due to a gene variation in the body which does not allow the skin to develop proper protection barriers.
People who suffer from this skin condition need to be very careful of the products they use on their skin like soap and creams. Any chemicals or preservatives can cause their skin to react and start getting itchy.
Some home remedies to help with the symptoms of eczema are using coconut oil, tea tree oil, aloe vera gel, honey or apple cider vinegar on the skin directly or by using them in masks or in the bathwater.
ACNE
One of the most common skin conditions in the world is the problem of acne. People can develop mild or even severe acne conditions at various stages in their life. Acne is visible bumps on the skin, sometimes filled with pus, and can grow on any part of the body, especially the face, neck, and back.
Many boys and girls also deal with acne during adolescence. The main cause is hormonal changes during that age. Hormonal changes can cause acne at any time in life for example during pregnancy in women or if a woman suffers from PCOS or PCOD.
Another cause of acne is stress and adults can develop acne at any time in their lives.
Most acne is self-treating but sometimes, acne can be very painful and may need medical attention. People who have oily and acne-prone skin must make sure to stay away from comedogenic products and products that contain harsh chemicals or alcohol in them, and also make sure to wash their face and take a bath frequently to avoid sweat and germ build-up.
Some home remedies for acne and acne scars on the skin are aloe vera gel, honey, milk, gram flour, turmeric, tea tree oil, and lavender essential oil. Tea tree oil and turmeric act as antiseptic for the skin that kills the acne-causing bacteria.
Many people swear by gram flour for acne-prone skin and acne scars. Some people wash their face using the same and it is known to decrease the visibility of acne scars. Aloe vera gel and milk can calm the irritable acne-prone skin.