I have acanthosis nigricans and I'm not over weight. I have dark spots on my neck and underarms. Ive been looking for a cure for this other than loosing weight because my weight it's really normal.
☆ΜαΣϰιντολογιςτ☆ - When there is an allergic reaction, irritation, inflammation, or infection, mechanical injury, or sun exposure , hyperpigmentation can be formed. The damage causes melanocytes in the stratum basale of the epidermis to produce excess melanin as a defense mechanism. Thus, you have hyperpigmentation. It comes in all sizes from spots to patches to larger section of the face depending on the severity of condition.
To CORRECT the hyperpigmentation: 1)You can exfoliate with one or a combination of the following alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA): glycolic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, or mandelic acid.
2)Or, you can exfoliate with beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid) or beta-lipohydroxy acid (capryloyl salicylic acid). NOTE: Glycolic acid has the most research. Products with AHA in 5-20% concentration are effective and safe at pH 3-4. On the other hand, products with BHA or LHA are effective and safe in 0.5-2% concentration at pH 3-4. The frequency of application depends on your skin tolerance to the acid. You can acclimate to higher strength as you build your tolerance starting with a lower concentration.
3)You can use one or a combination of skin-lighteners to inhibit melanin formation: Hydroquinone or its derivative (arbutin), kojic acid, vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) or its derivatives (e.g., magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate and a few others), vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) or its derivative (Myristyl Nicotinate) NOTE: Hydroquinone is the GOLD-STANDARD. Over-the-counter strength is 1-2%.
To PROTECT and PREVENT future darkening: 1)You should use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 or greater and reapply after swimming, excessive perspiration, or every 2 hours for optimal photoprotection. UV-rays can darken the skin as well as significantly increase the risk of skin cancer. It is imperative to you are diligent and liberal with your broad-spectrum sunscreen (re)application or else all of your skin-lightening and money will be in vain.
2)Avoid the sun from 10AM to 4 PM because that is the time when the sun rays are the most intense.
If you have stubborn hyperpigmentation, then you can request a prescription of hydroquinone 4% or higher with or without retinoid or steroid from a board-certified dermatologist. Or, ask your doctor about chemical peels and laser resurfacing.
I have acanthosis nigricans and I'm not over weight. I have dark spots on my neck and underarms. Ive been looking for a cure for this other than loosing weight because my weight it's really normal.
☆ΜαΣϰιντολογιςτ☆ - When there is an allergic reaction, irritation, inflammation, or infection, mechanical injury, or sun exposure , hyperpigmentation can be formed. The damage causes melanocytes in the stratum basale of the epidermis to produce excess melanin as a defense mechanism. Thus, you have hyperpigmentation. It comes in all sizes from spots to patches to larger section of the face depending on the severity of condition.
ReplyDeleteTo CORRECT the hyperpigmentation:
1)You can exfoliate with one or a combination of the following alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA): glycolic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, or mandelic acid.
2)Or, you can exfoliate with beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid) or beta-lipohydroxy acid (capryloyl salicylic acid).
NOTE: Glycolic acid has the most research. Products with AHA in 5-20% concentration are effective and safe at pH 3-4. On the other hand, products with BHA or LHA are effective and safe in 0.5-2% concentration at pH 3-4. The frequency of application depends on your skin tolerance to the acid. You can acclimate to higher strength as you build your tolerance starting with a lower concentration.
3)You can use one or a combination of skin-lighteners to inhibit melanin formation: Hydroquinone or its derivative (arbutin), kojic acid, vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) or its derivatives (e.g., magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate and a few others), vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) or its derivative (Myristyl Nicotinate)
NOTE: Hydroquinone is the GOLD-STANDARD. Over-the-counter strength is 1-2%.
To PROTECT and PREVENT future darkening:
1)You should use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 or greater and reapply after swimming, excessive perspiration, or every 2 hours for optimal photoprotection. UV-rays can darken the skin as well as significantly increase the risk of skin cancer. It is imperative to you are diligent and liberal with your broad-spectrum sunscreen (re)application or else all of your skin-lightening and money will be in vain.
2)Avoid the sun from 10AM to 4 PM because that is the time when the sun rays are the most intense.
If you have stubborn hyperpigmentation, then you can request a prescription of hydroquinone 4% or higher with or without retinoid or steroid from a board-certified dermatologist. Or, ask your doctor about chemical peels and laser resurfacing.