AN EMPIRICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF HYPERPIGMENTATION
*M. Karthick, Dhineshwar M., Elavarasan S., Deeksha S.S., Deepika T., Boopesh Y.
ABSTRACT
The kind, quantity and distribution of melanin mostly influence pigmentation, which is an unusual trait that varies
greatly among human cultures. Skin pigmentation is a common disorder that can be caused by many factors.
Increased melanin production and accumulation characterize several skin disorders, such as acquired
hyperpigmentation like melasma, post-inflammatory melanoderma, solar lentigo. Hyperpigmentation is a common
cosmetic concern for people with a variety of skin types, but it is more common in middle-aged women and
people with skin types III–VI. During skin hyperpigmentation, the body produces an abundant amount of melanin
through the process of melanogenesis. The three main variables that cause skin pigmentation are genetics, sun
exposure and certain medication. Hyperpigmentation can be treated by natural substances like aloevera, cinnamic
acid, green tea extract, mulberry extract, etc, .and synthetic substances like arbutin, vitamin c, niacinamide, etc,.
Furthermore, this research lays the groundwork for future studies exploring innovative treatments and therapies to
address hyperpigmentation, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Keywords: Pigmentation, Hyperpigmentation, Melasma, Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, solar lentigo.
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