{"id":1370,"date":"2020-07-31T16:09:33","date_gmt":"2020-07-31T16:09:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mommyinstinct.com\/?p=1370"},"modified":"2022-05-07T11:21:36","modified_gmt":"2022-05-07T11:21:36","slug":"skin-care-while-nursing-11-easy-home-remedies-to-relieve-dark-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mommyinstinct.com\/skin-care-while-nursing-11-easy-home-remedies-to-relieve-dark-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"Skin Care While Nursing: 11 Easy Remedies To Relieve Dark Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"

Needless to say, women have to sacrifice a lot to have a baby. There are many changes in a woman’s body when bearing and giving birth to a little angel.<\/p>\n

Stretch marks, saggy breasts<\/a>, extra skin on the tummy, belly fat, and especially the dark spots all over your face. The dark spots on your face during pregnancy is called melasma, the mask of pregnancy. A lot of women develop this condition during pregnancy.<\/p>\n

The good thing is, in time it will fade away. Same as the dark nipples, freckles, and linea nigra (the tummy line) will appear normal as well.<\/p>\n

And another good news is, you can do something to make the dark spots on your face fade quickly.<\/p>\n

I don\u2019t like going to the spa and getting some laser treatment because it is expensive and not really necessary, so I opt for more natural options. Skin care while nursing doesn\u2019t have to be hard or troublesome, even for busy moms.<\/p>\n

In this article, we will look at some home remedies to relieve dark spots quickly for nursing moms.<\/p>\n

Ready?<\/p>\n

What is melasma?<\/h2>\n

According to Today\u2019s Parent<\/a>, melasma is a skin condition that causes dark spots on the face, but the exact cause isn\u2019t known. One theory is that the melanocytes (the cells that produce skin color in your body) start producing too much color. But what stimulates the cells to go into overdrive? Any changes in your hormones, like taking birth control or being pregnant, can trigger melasma, explains Elin Raymond, an OB\/GYN in Toronto.<\/p>\n

Around 50 to 70% of pregnant women will get melasma around the cheeks, nose, forehead. Some even have it on the chest or arms.<\/p>\n

How to treat melasma<\/h2>\n

Sun cream<\/h3>\n

Apply plenty of sun cream with SPF over 30 daily, even if you are home. Make sure you find products with safe ingredients for nursing moms.<\/p>\n

Diet<\/h3>\n

Eating food with vitamins C, E and A in lower concentrations can help brighten and refresh the complexion. These vitamins are also good for the milk supply and the quality of the milk too<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Drinking lots of water will keep the skin hydrated and bring the glow back. This not only helps to brighten the skin but also helps to increase milk<\/a> supply.<\/p>\n

The iron content of leafy vegetables is very good for the skin and can help reduce post-pregnancy skin problems. It aids in bringing back the glow and softness of the skin.<\/p>\n

Workout<\/h3>\n

It is quite clich\u00e9 if I tell you to work out. But it does help to increase the blood pumping to every cell in your body, which helps your skin to glow. However, if you have C-section<\/a>, make sure you consult your doctor and include basic exercises in your daily regime like brisk walking or yoga.<\/p>\n

Skin care routine<\/h3>\n

Gently and frequently, take care of your skin<\/a>. Use scrubs and polishing kits to rejuvenate your damaged skin. Remember to use moisture, toner, and lotion to cleanse your skin well and avoid dead cells.<\/p>\n

Skin care while nursing: home remedies to relieve melasma<\/h2>\n

These natural home remedies are easy to use but are natural and safe.<\/p>\n

Potatoes mask <\/h3>\n

Fresh potatoes are often used in skincare thanks to the Zinc and antioxidants in them. Potatoes can help lighten dark spots related to skin freckles, sunspots, and melasma due to a skin-bleaching enzyme called catecholase.<\/p>\n

Just simply take a few slices and apply directly on the dark spots on your face.<\/p>\n

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