Upper lip pigmentation is one of those issues that sometimes are harder to hide and can be caused by many activities that are part of our routines; hence you need to know what can trigger this pigmentation and the best ways to treat it. On occasions, this pigmentation can be mostly covered with makeup but ideally should be treated to have healthier skin.
The area around the lips is one of the most dedicated areas of the face and is also one of the first areas to show signs of aging; therefore, it must be one of the first areas to be treated with active ingredients to solve the aging signs and pigmentation.
The best way to treat the pigmentation in the upper lip is first to find out its cause. Here we will mention the most common causes:
- Waxing: This can lead to redness and often pigmentation.
- Melasma: Mostly found in women and pregnancy.
- Perioral dermatitis: Caused lately by the prolonged use of the facial mask or the use of products not suitable for your skin type.
- Hormonal imbalance: Pregnancy, menopause, and polycystic ovaries (PCOS), and the use of birth control are the most known hormonal causes of this pigmentation.
- Sun exposure: Causes pigmentation, especially when sunscreen is not used.
How to treat upper lip pigmentation?
The first thing to try is an assessment made by a professional to establish the cause and later determine the right treatment. The treatments can go from a simple topical product like retinoids, sunscreen, antioxidants, and Vitamin C to IPL (Intense Pulse Light) and laser treatments.
About the Author: Dr. Angelica Parra is a Licensed Medical Doctor from Venezuela and is currently taking a Master’s degree in Dermatology. She specialized in Aesthetic Medicine and completed Advanced Training in Non-surgical Facial Rejuvenation in Miami, Florida. She has specialized in applying Botox, dermal fillers, skin tightening treatments, and since then, she has worked on cruise ships as an Aesthetic Doctor.
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