To remove blemishes from the face during pregnancy, it is normally recommended by the dermatologist that treatment be carried out after the baby is born to avoid possible changes in its development. Furthermore, after pregnancy it is possible that the spot becomes a little lighter, which may influence the recommended treatment.
Thus, after the baby is born, the doctor may recommend treatment with whitening creams, intense pulsed light or peeling, for example.
Dark spots on the face during pregnancy appear due to hormonal changes typical of this period, as melanin production is stimulated in some areas of the face. These spots are more common in the second half of pregnancy and darkening of other parts of the body can also be noticed, such as the nipples and belly line.
How to remove blemishes from your face during pregnancy
After the baby is born, the dermatologist may recommend some treatments for spots on the face, such as:
1. Whitening creams
Whitening creams recommended by your dermatologist should be used regularly, usually at night. Whitening creams must contain retinoic acid or hydroquinone, and it is recommended that they be applied together with sunscreen.
2. Acid peeling
Acid peeling treatment can be recommended to remove pregnancy spots on the face, as they promote light peeling of the skin, helping to remove dead cells and pigment. This treatment takes between 3 to 5 sessions at intervals of 2 to 4 weeks to obtain the desired results.
3. Laser or intense pulsed light
The laser or intense pulsed light has a deeper action to remove blemishes from the face and generally lasts 10 sessions, and can leave the skin red and swollen after one session.
The laser is usually recommended for spots that have not worked with previous treatments or for women who want faster results.
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Do pregnancy spots come out?
Melasma tends to become more evident whenever a woman is exposed to the sun and therefore, depending on her daily activities and the care she takes with her skin, the spots may become lighter or darker. When a woman has spots that don’t differ much from her skin tone, they can disappear naturally after the baby is born, as long as she uses sunscreen and avoids being in the sun as much as possible.
But when the spots are more evident, because they differ greatly from the woman’s skin tone, they can be more difficult to remove, making it necessary to follow a treatment, which may include skin cleansing, use of whitening cream, or use of laser or light. intense pulse, for example.
How to avoid pregnancy spots
It is not possible to completely avoid the appearance of spots during pregnancy, as they appear due to hormonal changes. However, there is some advice that can help prevent stains from getting too dark, such as:
- Avoid sun exposure during the hottest hours, between 10 am and 4 pm;
- Wear hats or caps;
- Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30;
- Avoid applying face creams without medical advice;
- Do not use home remedies without advice from an obstetrician or dermatologist.
If spots appear along with other symptoms, such as itching, burning, bleeding or pus discharge, for example, it is important to consult an obstetrician so that an evaluation can be carried out and the most appropriate treatment can be indicated.
