The Most Common Types of Hyperpigmentation... and What to Do About Them

"This is patches of discoloration caused by hormones. Women are much more likely to develop melasma than men. Many women experience melasma for the first time during pregnancy or when starting birth control — it typically is visible on the forehead, cheeks, upper lip, nose and chin. Sometimes it will fade on its own, other times it can be more stubborn. Melasma spots can darken in the sun, so it is really important to wear SPF when trying to fade this type of discoloration."

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