Melasma is a skin condition that causes brown or black patches to appear, typically on the face.

Melasma can be found primarily in individuals with light brown skin to darker skin tones, especially in areas with high sun exposure. Women are particularly susceptible to melasma, and it can appear as brown patches on the face, especially the cheeks, nose bridge, and forehead.

Women are predominantly prone to develop melasma post pregnancy.

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Risk factors of Melasma are:

• Sun exposure- Frequent exposure to UV rays can trigger melasma.

• Skin color- Melasma occurs most commonly in people with light brown skin tones, particularly if they live in areas with high levels of sun exposure.

• Female sex- Melasma affects females about 9 times more than it does males.

• Pregnancy- Melasma is more common during pregnancy,  affecting 15% to 50% of pregnant people. This may be due to pregnancy hormones.

• Genetics- Up to 50% of people with melasma report that close relatives also have the condition.

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With the right combination of Chemical peels, Microdermabraton and Laser therapy, Melasma can be treated to a great extent.