Dark Lips Treatment
Dark Lips Treatment
A dark lips is a common problem faced by many people, especially women. Fortunately, modern treatments for dark lips are widely available, and they may help you restore lost color and texture, giving you a more even tone and complexion.
What are the underlying causes of dark lips?
Dark spots or patches on the face, particularly on the lip region, may arise for a variety of reasons, some of which are as follows:
Sun Exposure: The skin above our lips is very sensitive, and sun exposure increases the synthesis of melanin pigment, resulting in dark or brown spots.
Skin Conditions: Melasma is a pigmentation condition that causes dark spots or patches on the face, particularly on the cheeks, nose, and upper lip. Specific triggers, such as excessive sun exposure, hormone fluctuations, and diet, all play an important impact. Acanthosis nigricans, a skin disorder, may also produce thickness and darkening of the upper lip region. Pigmentation in the region above the upper lip may be caused by eczema and other disorders such as atopic dermatitis. Lip lick dermatitis may produce hyperpigmentation in toddlers and adults who have a tendency of biting their lips. Lipstick and lip balm allergies may occasionally spread to the lip region, causing discoloration. Conditions that induce the development of undesired thicker hairs, such as hirsutism, may sometimes give the appearance of a darker upper lip region.
PIH (Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation): Any irritation or damage to the skin might boost the formation of melanin throughout the healing process. It causes dark patches that range in color from brown to black to grayish blue. It is more common in sun-exposed locations and on people with darker skin tones. Infections such as herpes, folliculitis, contact allergic responses, acne, insect bites, and medication reactions are some of the most prevalent causes of PIH in the lip region.
Methods of Traditional Hair Removal:Waxing may result in the emergence of black spots because of the sensitivity of the skin in the upper lip region. Over time, you may notice some discoloration or black spots. Because of the frequent friction, shaving the hair in this region with a razor may discolor the skin.
Smoking: Another typical cause of dark skin in the lip region is smoking. A frequent smoking habit causes the transfer of tar and nicotine to the lip and surrounding skin, resulting in discoloration.
Treatments for dark lips
OTC Creams: Many over-the-counter lotions and gels are available to lighten the dark skin around the lip, including hydroquinone, kojic acid, and arbutin, all of which act as skin lightening agents by lowering melanin levels. Depending on the level of involvement and depth of the pigmentation, they may help remove the discoloration within a few days or months of constant application. To get the greatest outcomes, you should always follow your doctor’s advice while taking topical drugs. In order to avoid additional pigmentation, it is also necessary to apply a high SPF sunscreen, as well as other topical therapies.
Chemical Peels: These are some of the most common treatment choices for lightening pigmentation in the upper lip region. Skin peels assist lower melanin levels via controlled exfoliating of the skin. They are plant derivatives that should only be used under the guidance of a dermatologist.
Laser Toning: If nothing else works, laser toning is the best option. The laser’s heat radiation targets melanin deposits in your upper lip region, reducing pigmentation. Significant improvements may be shown after only a few sessions. Dermatologists recommend laser toning procedures every four weeks. The number of sessions required may vary depending on the level of engagement and depth of pigmentation. Non-ablative lasers are also effective in reducing pigmentation in the upper lip region. Laser toning therapy is not painful and is especially suitable for reducing pigmentation in sensitive regions such as the upper lip.
A dermatologist may propose any treatment method depending on your concern, such as the kind, cause, and degree of pigmentation, as well as a thorough inspection of your skin.
For more information & consultation on Dark Lips Treatment, visit VIVA Aesthetic Clinic at Opera House or contact us on 022 3573 1556 | 93245 89084Â or simply fill in your name and number & one of our team member will get in touch with you soon. Our team of experts along with Dr. Deepam Shah, MD. DNB. FAM – Dermatologist, Cosmetologist & Hair Transplant Surgeon, will help you out in understanding your problem and guide you through every stage of your treatment.
