How to Treat Skin Spots During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, we often receive compliments about the radiance and rosy color of our skin—the famous pregnancy glow. However, our body undergoes many transformations, and while it may not sound as appealing, skin spots are just as common.
Pigmentation changes also occur in our skin during pregnancy. These spots, called chloasma, appear on the face due to hormones that stimulate melanin production. They are usually light in color and have an irregular appearance, with the most common areas being the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin. In many cases, they can’t be completely prevented—since they are both hormonal and hereditary—but their appearance can be improved. They often fade after childbirth.
Be cautious with the sun.
The face is exposed to all sorts of aggressions, and during the summer, these factors become more pronounced. Women with darker skin are more likely to develop more spots than those with lighter skin. But if there’s one factor that can worsen this condition, it’s the sun. Ultraviolet rays intensify pigmentation changes, which is why we must incorporate sunscreen (at least SPF 30) into our beauty routine and reapply it multiple times a day. Even during daily activities, we’re exposed to light. When I go to the beach, I never forget my umbrella, hat, and sunglasses.
Keep your skin clean.
Good cleansing is essential, but we must be cautious with some soaps, as certain ingredients can cause irritation and worsen the problem. During the summer, a swim in the sea can be very helpful for treating these spots. Seawater has beneficial properties for wounds or allergic reactions, and it’s also a natural exfoliant. After the bath, and I can’t stress this enough, the most important thing for the skin is to hydrate it thoroughly with a cream suited to our skin type.
Review your diet.
With a healthy body, free from toxins, there’s less risk of developing spots. Our diet should include plenty of fruits and vegetables, as well as fish rich in omega-3s and nuts. On the other hand, food has always been a good cosmetic ally. Among the most well-known home remedies is applying a calendula infusion to the pigmented area. Olive oil is often praised for its antioxidant and protective properties, but let’s never forget to protect our skin as much as possible from ultraviolet rays.
Maintain your beauty ritual after pregnancy.
It will take some time for the spots to fade, so we should continue pampering our skin and be patient. Also, they say it only takes twenty days to form a habit, and if something is so beneficial for our skin, why should we stop doing it?
