Melasma not budging with sunscreen alone? Let's talk heat and visible light
"I wear sunscreen every day and my melasma still gets darker" is one of the most common posts in skincare communities. Here's what dermatology resources and discussions tend to agree on.
UV isn't the only trigger
- Melasma is usually described as a mix of hormones, genetics and inflammation
- Visible light (especially the blue range)andheat are often named as aggravating factors
Tips that come up a lot
- Tinted sunscreen: formulas with iron oxides are widely said to help against visible light
- Cut down on long heat exposure like saunas, hot kitchens or hot yoga
- Skip harsh scrubbing and rough cleansing
- Procedures like lasers can sometimes make melasma worse, so decide after a dermatologist's assessment
Keep in mind
- Melasma and sun spots can need different approaches, so a professional diagnosis beats guessing
- It tends to come back after improving, so many treat it as a long game
Has anyone added tinted sunscreen or heat avoidance to their routine?
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