Why do we tan
Tanning is a way of
protecting our skin from exposure to the sun. When the skin comes in contact
with UV radiation, pigment-producing cell or melanocytes produce extra
melanin, which is the pigment that gives us our color, in order to absorb the
nasty UV radiation and protect the inner cells from damage. So you can safely
conclude that the quicker you tan, the less prone are you to getting skin
cancer. If you burn easily and don't tan quickly, you should be more wary of
the sun. But there are pros and cons to either side, and if you tan easily, you
are also more prone to unsightly hyper-pigmentation (darkening of the skin).
What causes uneven
pigmentation?
 When the skin is
over-exposed to the sun to a great degree, melanocytes (pigment producing
cells) may go into a panic, and produce excessive pigmentation. So what, you
ask. All that this means is that I turn a darker shade. Yes, that is true,
but the problem is, due to the panic, the nature of the cells may get
altered, and you may find that they start producing more melanin permanently.
Your tan just may become permanent. However, this is not where the problem
lies, as many people would be happy to have a permanent tan. The problem is,
not all cells react the same, so while some cells produce extra melanin or color,
others don't, which leads to pigment patches. To make matters worse, certain
melanocytes may shut down due to excessive sun exposure, as they are unable
to cope. The skin around this cell consequently turns white, and will never
tan. (These white patches should not be confused with leucoderma.) This
condition is known as hypo-pigmentation, and is even more severe than
hyper-pigmentation, as the white skin patches are particularly prone to skin
cancer due to their inability to tan.
Prevention
The sun is the skin's
greatest enemy, and while a certain amount of sunlight is desirable, UV
radiation is not. The sun quickens ageing of the skin and the formation of
wrinkles, and causes age spots and freckles, in addition to skin cancer and pigmentation
disorders.
Shield your body from
the sun as far as possible to prevent discolouration. Wear full sleeves if
you are going to be in strong sunlight, cotton, so you do not feel too hot.
If you would rather wear short sleeves, make sure you apply adequate
sunscreen not just on your face, but on your arms as well.
What is the cure?
If you already have discoloration,
you could visit a dermatologist who would be able to prescribe appropriate
treatment. Mild chemical pigment peels are also available wherein the outer discolored
layer of the skin is peeled off. But unless your skin tone is starkly uneven,
or if you have discoloration or patches on your face, I do not see the need
for going in for this. Homeopathy medication has also been known to treat
pigmentation, but while there are no guarantees, this medication is safe, has
no side effects, and is worth a shot.
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Pigmentation problems are common among women. They occur due to hormonal changes during pregnancy or menopause. The skin becomes dry and flaky, and dark spots appear on the face. There are various treatments available for pigmentation problems. Check with the skin specialist hospital
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