I miss being able to swim in the ocean with my daughters and not worry what my face looks like coming out of the water without makeup.
I miss not being comfortable talking to people in plain daylight where my spots are more visible.
I miss my quick makeup routine in the morning.
I miss, which is bad to miss, but I miss it....the feeling of the warm sun on my body.
I also kindof miss being tan...which is probably one reason I am where I am...but not the only reason, genetics, hormones, they all play factors.
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Thanks for your post, I can totally relate.
I have felt like a shallow person for being so affected by having brown patches on my face. I know it could be a lot worse, but it just depresses me to look in the mirror and know that I have to start the lengthy procedure of applying ten million layers of makeup. My life has changed drastically - I am also limited in what I can do - I don't go to the beach anymore, don't swim, don't go to gym without makeup.
I have been suffering for many years, although only aged 27 now. I have tried many things - TCA peel, AHA peels, all sorts of bleaching creams. Some have made things worse. Although my sister, who also has melasma, responded well to the same treatment.
Most recently I have had profractional (a laser procedure) and it seems to be the best result so far. But the treatment you will respond to best depends on how deep your pigment is, and the skin tone you have. I'm no expert, just somebody who knows what you're going through. Keep trying dermatologists until you find somebody who really listens, and someone who specialises in pigment problems.
From my experience, the best advice i can give you is not to go for microdermabrasion as it can stress the skin and make the pigment worse (again, I'm no expert, but this is what has happened to me).
Keep trying, and know that there are definitely ways to improve the condition. Even a slight improvement helps to build self-esteem.
Good luck!
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