Beware of pregnancy mask

The mask of pregnancy in four issuesWith the holidays approaching, what pregnant women do not fear the famous mask of pregnancy (chloasma)? Between false beliefs and reflexes, we reported on these brown spots.Where does the mask of pregnancy? 
The mask of pregnancy or chloasma is the bane of pregnant women. Why does it appear? Pregnant, your body produces more female hormones, which leads to increased melanin synthesis. Once you are in the sun, these pigments responsible for tanning are disturbed by hormones. Then they go up in the biggest mess since the deeper layers of the skin to the surface of the skin. Small unsightly brown spots can then appear on facial skin
.How to recognize a pregnancy mask? 
The mask of pregnancy affects 70% of pregnant women. This is usually around the 4th or 6th month it may appear. It is manifested by small colored brown spots, more or less regular but well defined. Spread in general on the forehead, cheekbones, cheeks and above the lips, they can be numerous enough to form the famous mask. If you're brown, you're more likely to develop this reaction to the sun. But beware, contrary to popular belief, this can also happen if you're blonde.
 How to avoid pregnancy mask?
 Sunscreen is essential. Pick one with a very high index (above 30) you will apply generously on the face and neck in the first fine days until the end of autumn. Same thing in winter, if you go to the mountains. But this precaution is not allowed to expose yourself to direct sunlight. Anyway, pregnant, rarely withstand heat. The ideal is also wearing a straw hat with a wide brim. You'll be well protected. Finally, for those who do not expose to the sun, use a stain-day cream enriched with assets that prevent the rise of melanin. Also, avoid scented and alcohol products that promote the appearance of sun spots
.How to remove the mask of pregnancy?
 In general, after the birth of the child, the spots gradually disappear (after six months postpartum) .But this is not always true. To see if the spots appeared on your face covered for medical treatment, do the following test: stretch slightly stains between two fingers. If they become brighter, this proves that they affect only the epidermis. They then leave easily with depigmentation creams (to be applied 2 times a day).In the opposite case, only the treatment prescribed by the dermatologist will disappear. It will offer more effective solutions, such as scrubs, but very aggressive for the skin. If you have deep spots, only trichloroacetic acid peels or Krulig, work. Their mode of action: they burn the top layers of the skin. Be aware that the risk of recurrence is importantduring a future pregnancy. In short, stay vigilant, even in normal times.