Successful Homeopathic Treatment of Melasma (chloasma)

Ms MF, a 19-year-old female, complained of pigmentation on her cheeks and nose. Initially, it was patchy red pigmentation, but it increased over time. She also suffered from recurrent colds, coughs, and a renal stone. She had taken homeopathic medicines from another homeopathic doctor near her house in Goa, but she did not improve. Her parents then decided to start homeopathic treatment for melasma (chloasma) at HomoeoCARE in Mumbai.

What is Melasma

Melasma, also known as chloasma, is a skin pigment disorder that is characterised by brown or grey-brown patches, typically on the face. While Melasma is most frequently seen in adults and is associated with hormonal changes, like those during pregnancy or from oral contraceptive use, it can also occur in children.

Melasma in Children

The main factors for melasma in children are

1. Genetic predisposition
2. Sun exposure, and
3. Hormonal changes associated with puberty.

Cause of Melasma

Melanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes. Melanocytes are present at the bottom of the epidermis, and they produce melanin. The primary function of melanin is to protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays of the sun. Cosmetically melanin is responsible for giving colour to the skin. there are two types of melanin

1. Eumelanin – which gives brown and black colour
2. Pheomelanin – which gives the red or yellow colour

The production of melanin from melanocytes is controlled by a hormone melanocyte-stimulating hormone, released from the pituitary gland.

Difference between Melasma and Freckles.

Melasma and freckles both cause dark spots on the skin, but they have different characteristics and causes. Melasma presents as larger, irregular patches of brown or grey-brown pigmentation, typically on the face. It is often triggered by hormonal changes, sun exposure, and genetic factors, primarily affecting adults, especially women. In contrast, freckles are small, uniform spots of concentrated melanin, usually tan, red, or light brown. They are mainly influenced by genetic factors and sun exposure and commonly appear in childhood, particularly in fair-skinned individuals. Freckles may only require sun protection for management, whereas melasma may persist and require treatments like topical agents or laser therapy.

Successful Homeopathic Treatment of Melasma

After four months of starting the homeopathic treatment for melasma at HomoeoCARE, Ms MF's spots started all her started spots fading, and her natural skin colour came back. The dermatologist had suggested steroidal cream, but she recovered without any steroids and with a constitutional homeopathy remedy for melasma. She regained her natural facial colour and her confidence. Now, she is no longer shy and doesn't hide her face from her friends.

With online homeopathic treatment available from HomoeoCARE, you too can achieve similar results and restore your skin's natural glow, no matter where you are.