How to prevent facial discoloration during pregnancy
- SkinMD
- May 31, 2024
- 1 min read
Facial discoloration, or the "mask of pregnancy", is a common concern and condition that happens to women during pregnancy.
In fact, this was Dr Annie Liu's (Dermatologist and Co-Founder of DermCafé) top concern during her pregnancy!
Facial discoloration is due to changing hormones during pregnancy, and can happen in many areas, such as the face, moles, nipples, labia, underarms, and more
Even though this discoloration may fade afterwards, it can, unfortunately, take over one year to do so. And, especially when this occurs on the face, it can be particularly bothersome!
Here is the general skincare that Dr Liu used during her pregnancy to prevent facial discolouration:
✅Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher
✅Azeleic acid
✅Vitamin C
Here are common skin lightening ingredients that are not NOT safe or recommended for use during pregnancy:
❌Hydroquinone
❌Tranexaminc acid (oral or topical)
Oftentimes, though, facial discolouration can still happen, despite all the correct skincare usage. See a Dermatologist for expert and personalized help! Book a virtual appointment with our Dermatologists in less than one week here
This is not personal medical advice, always check with your OB first
During my pregnancy, one of the unexpected challenges I faced was changes in my skin — especially facial discoloration. It’s common (hello, melasma), but that didn’t make it any easier to deal with. I wanted to feel confident and take care of myself without using anything that could be harsh or unsafe. What really helped me was working with a clinic www.activaderma.com that took prenatal skincare seriously — and more importantly, used professional-grade, pregnancy-safe products. That’s how I learned about Activa Derma, a trusted supplier of aesthetic and medical skincare products used in clinics around the world.