5 skin problems during and after pregnancy

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During pregnancy and after giving birth, a woman's body changes significantly, especially hormones. Sudden hormone changes make the skin condition worse, common skin problems during this period are melasma, dermatitis, acne,...

1. Melasma during and after pregnancy

Melasma occurs due to the increased levels of the pregnancy hormones estrogen and progesterone in the body, which activate the melanocytes causing dark spots on the skin. Melasma after birth makes mothers become self-deprecating and affects their external beauty. This condition is aggravated by sun exposure. The ultraviolet rays of the sun cause the melanocytes to produce the pigment melanin, which in turn causes melasma. Therefore, to prevent melasma, mothers should avoid the sun absolutely, even during pregnancy and after giving birth.
Accordingly, some melasma treatments that mothers can use as gentle exfoliating skin care sets. This method can be done at home by using exfoliating crystals to remove dead skin cells, then using a moisturizer to help hydrate the newly regenerated skin. Products on the market contain bleaching agents that are intended to reduce the appearance of dark areas, but nursing mothers must wait until their baby is finished nursing before using them.
SEE ALSO: Does melasma after giving birth go away on its own?

2. Non-specific dermatitis

Nonspecific dermatitis is caused by changes in hormones that can cause red, flaky patches on the face. To prevent this, moms can use products formulated to treat rosacea that can also be effective in healing non-specific dermatitis. Alternatively, choose a moisturizer with sun protection to help reduce damage like Eucerin Redness Relief Daily Perfecting Lotion, which is extracted from licorice root and contains SPF 15+.

For intense flare-ups, try an anti-inflammatory treatment like B.Kamins Chemist Booster Blue Rosacea Treatment, a topical cream that immediately reduces redness.

3. Spider Angiomas

Spider Angiomas is a condition in which small blood vessels dilate, clustering very close to the surface of the skin and leaving a red mark like a spider's web. This is because hormonal changes can cause weight gain, increased pressure in the veins, causing blood vessels at the surface to enlarge. Swollen blood vessels may improve three to six months after delivery. However, some spider veins are still present. That treatment uses a laser beam with a wavelength of 1,064 nanometers that passes through the skin to heat, coagulate and break them up in seconds.
There are no topical creams to eliminate this condition. So the best way is to use a concealer in case of temporary. Biotherm Forget It is a popular concealer product. In addition, it also contains glycerin and vitamin E to help smooth and nourish the skin.

4. Acne

Elevated levels of progesterone produced by the body to maintain a healthy uterine lining during pregnancy can cause increased oil secretion from the oil glands, sebum accumulation and clogged pores leading to acne. To treat common skin problems during pregnancy such as acne, mothers must use soothing products with botanical ingredients such as chamomile, lavender,... Besides, Pumpkin peels also work to slough off dead skin cells, and green tea peels help kill bacteria and brighten skin.
A gentle cleanser is an effective tool for treating acne in women with sensitive skin or who are breastfeeding. Look for products that contain sulfur, a natural ingredient with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to promote healing. After breastfeeding mothers can use stronger ingredients such as salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide to treat acne. Alternatively, to speed up the healing process during acne flare-ups and fade scars, you can use an at-home peel with our adult acne intensive peels kit.

5. Dark circles and puffiness

Dark circles and puffiness are the result of hormonal changes as well as lack of sleep after childbirth. The frequent waking up to feed the baby makes mothers sleep deprived leading to dark circles under the eyes. So, use an eye cream or serum with nourishing ingredients like peptides and aloe to help reduce swelling.
Many dermatologists recommend Kinerase Under Eye Rescue, which contains kinetin, aloe, and eyeseryl tetrapeptide to reduce puffiness and the appearance of fine lines. If dark circles under your eyes are the problem, try a skin-lightening cream. Dove Energy Glow Brightening Eye Cream with SPF 8 is a vitamin-rich moisturizer that resurfaces dull skin. Results may not be immediate after applying an eye cream, so use a concealer specifically designed for this problem area. Clinique All About Eyes Concealer is a lightweight emollient cream with color correcting properties to combat darkness, along with a special peptide complex to help reduce puffiness and irritation.
In short, during and after pregnancy, hormones in the body will change suddenly, making the skin condition worse. Besides, after pregnancy, mothers are often stressed, tired and overall hormonal imbalance causes skin structure changes. Acne, stretch marks, pigmentation and skin discoloration after giving birth are some of the most common skin changes at this stage. Therefore, to improve these conditions, mothers should build a healthy lifestyle. But if you have been suffering from skin related problems for a long time then you should consult your doctor for effective remedies.
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References: parents.com, parenting.firstcry.com, babycenter.com