Noticed dark patches coming on my cheeks and upper lip since last month, im around 6 months now. Never had this before pregnancy. Is it hormonal and will it go after delivery? thoda conscious feel ho raha hai.
These dark spots are called melasma and they are completely hormonal. I had them quite a bit, and my doctor checked my thyroid levels too, as hormonal imbalances can trigger skin changes. Make sure to keep up with your regular doctor appointments to track everything.
Oh, I panicked so much when I saw dark patches on my nose, I thought it was permanent skin damage! I spent hours reading online and got so anxious. Honestly, it is just hormones and it gets much better after baby arrives, so please don't stress like I did!
It's just pigmentation, or melasma, caused by the surge in estrogen and progesterone. Use a good pregnancy-safe sunscreen daily, even if you are staying indoors. Don't worry too much about it, they usually fade away post-delivery.
Melasma is very common due to pregnancy hormones. When I noticed it on my cheeks, I immediately asked my dermatologist at the hospital during my routine scan visit. They recommended a safe, mild sunscreen and told me not to use any strong chemical peel creams right now.
I have heard from my cousins that these spots happen due to hormonal changes in pregnancy. They call it the 'pregnancy mask'. They said applying a little aloe vera gel helps, but please check if it is safe to use.
