I had a lot of freckles when I was young...
So as I got older, I thought these might be freckles...
Actually, as I got older, my freckles disappeared... but my melasma worsened, haha.. ㅠ_ㅠ
Freckles are only found in the epidermis, so they tend to naturally fade with age.
However, melasma is evenly distributed from the reticular dermis to the epidermis, making it difficult to disappear easily...
These days, it's a hot summer... I want to do skin toning, but I'm holding back...
I can't wait for the cool autumn to come.. I want to get a treatment to improve my skin tone.
Lately, just looking at my face makes me feel gloomy and depressed... my self-esteem keeps dropping ㅠ_ㅠ
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Are the skin blemishes on your skin freckles or age spots? Both pigmentary conditions are caused by strong ultraviolet rays, and they often appear on the face with similar shapes, making them difficult to distinguish. Learn about the differences between age spots and freckles, as well as prevention methods.
Melasma mainly occurs on the face, particularly on the forehead, nose, and other central areas, as well as on the cheekbones and cheeks, more than on the hands and arms. It can also appear on the chin and neck. If brown spots appear hazily on the face, it is likely melasma. Unlike freckles, melasma mostly occurs after the age of 20 when female hormones start to be secreted actively, and it tends to worsen in the 30s and 40s when female hormone levels increase. After menopause, when female hormone levels decrease, melasma may also diminish. However, melasma is evenly distributed from the dermis to the epidermis layer of the skin, making it less likely to disappear easily compared to freckles.
Freckles appear as small spots scattered across both cheeks. They are small oval-shaped patches less than 0.5 to 0.6 cm in size, initially reddish-brown and sometimes turning black over time. The more exposed to ultraviolet rays, the higher the risk of darkening. Occasionally, freckles can turn black. They mostly appear on both cheeks, but can also be seen on the back, arms, chest, and the back of the hands. People with lighter skin tend to develop freckles more easily. They usually start appearing before the age of 5 and tend to worsen after puberty. Since they are located only in the epidermis, they may naturally fade with age.
Freckles and melasma are caused by an excessive amount of dark melanin pigment in the skin. When ultraviolet rays stimulate the skin, melanin pigment is produced, and as the cells containing melanin move up to the stratum corneum, the skin appears darker in those areas. Therefore, to prevent melasma and freckles, it is advisable to avoid sun exposure as much as possible. It is recommended to apply sunscreen not only on the face but also on all exposed areas such as the neck, arms, and the back of the hands. At least 30 minutes before going outside, apply a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 to 30 to protect the skin. It is also good to reapply every 3 to 4 hours after going outdoors. On the other hand, melasma often occurs due to hormonal changes, unlike freckles. It frequently appears in pregnant women and those taking contraceptives, and stress-induced hormonal imbalances can worsen melasma. Therefore, managing stress through adequate rest and sleep is important.
If suddenly increased freckles or age spots are a concern, they can be improved through dermatological procedures. For freckles, laser treatments such as IPL are commonly used. IPL is a single-wavelength laser effective for pigmentation, and when applied to areas with freckles, it causes scabbing and peeling off as part of the treatment process. Melasma darkened by UV exposure can also be effectively treated with laser therapy, chemical peeling to remove damaged skin layers, or treatments like Vital Ion, which infuse vitamin C.
Melasma mainly occurs on the face, particularly on the forehead, nose, and other central areas, as well as on the cheekbones and cheeks, more than on the hands and arms. It can also appear on the chin and neck. If brown spots appear hazily on the face, it is likely melasma. Unlike freckles, melasma mostly occurs after the age of 20 when female hormones start to be secreted actively, and it tends to worsen in the 30s and 40s when female hormone levels increase. After menopause, when female hormone levels decrease, melasma may also diminish. However, melasma is evenly distributed from the dermis to the epidermis layer of the skin, making it less likely to disappear easily compared to freckles.
Freckles appear as small spots scattered across both cheeks. They are small oval-shaped patches less than 0.5 to 0.6 cm in size, initially reddish-brown and sometimes turning black over time. The more exposed to ultraviolet rays, the higher the risk of darkening. Occasionally, freckles can turn black. They mostly appear on both cheeks, but can also be seen on the back, arms, chest, and the back of the hands. People with lighter skin tend to develop freckles more easily. They usually start appearing before the age of 5 and tend to worsen after puberty. Since they are located only in the epidermis, they may naturally fade with age.
Freckles and melasma are caused by an excessive amount of dark melanin pigment in the skin. When ultraviolet rays stimulate the skin, melanin pigment is produced, and as the cells containing melanin move up to the stratum corneum, the skin appears darker in those areas. Therefore, to prevent melasma and freckles, it is advisable to avoid sun exposure as much as possible. It is recommended to apply sunscreen not only on the face but also on all exposed areas such as the neck, arms, and the back of the hands. At least 30 minutes before going outside, apply a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 to 30 to protect the skin. It is also good to reapply every 3 to 4 hours after going outdoors. On the other hand, melasma often occurs due to hormonal changes, unlike freckles. It frequently appears in pregnant women and those taking contraceptives, and stress-induced hormonal imbalances can worsen melasma. Therefore, managing stress through adequate rest and sleep is important.
If suddenly increased freckles or age spots are a concern, they can be improved through dermatological procedures. For freckles, laser treatments such as IPL are commonly used. IPL is a single-wavelength laser effective for pigmentation, and when applied to areas with freckles, it causes scabbing and peeling off as part of the treatment process. Melasma darkened by UV exposure can also be effectively treated with laser therapy, chemical peeling to remove damaged skin layers, or treatments like Vital Ion, which infuse vitamin C.
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