Introduction Melasma, also known as chloasma, is a common skin condition that mainly affects women, especially during and after pregnancy. It appears as brown, dark, or grayish patches on the face, most commonly on the cheeks, forehead, nose, chin, and around the lips. After childbirth, a woman’s body undergoes many physical and hormonal changes. The levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone rise during pregnancy and then suddenly fall after delivery. This hormonal disturbance affects the normal functioning of skin pigment cells, leading to increased production of melanin. As a result, dark patches appear on the skin. Melasma is not a dangerous disease and does not cause pain or itching in most cases. However, it can affect the appearance and self-confidence of women. Many women feel emotionally disturbed or stressed due to these visible skin changes. This condition is commonly called the “mask of pregnancy” because it often appears during pregnancy and may continue eve...
Introduction Melasma, also known as chloasma, is a common skin condition that mainly affects women, especially during and after pregnancy. It appears as brown, dark, or grayish patches on the face, most commonly on the cheeks, forehead, nose, chin, and around the lips. After childbirth, a woman’s body undergoes many physical and hormonal changes. The levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone rise during pregnancy and then suddenly fall after delivery. This hormonal disturbance affects the normal functioning of skin pigment cells, leading to increased production of melanin. As a result, dark patches appear on the skin. Melasma is not a dangerous disease and does not cause pain or itching in most cases. However, it can affect the appearance and self-confidence of women. Many women feel emotionally disturbed or stressed due to these visible skin changes. This condition is commonly called the “mask of pregnancy” because it often appears during pregnancy and may continue eve...