How to Reverse Melanin

If you have a problem with the tone of your skin, then it is likely caused by an issue with the melanin. Melanin gives your skin its pigment, or color. Hyperpigmentation, for example, is a condition where your body produces too much melanin and your skin gets darker in some areas. Hypopigmentation, on the other hand, is a condition where you body does not produce enough melanin, and your skin gets lighter in some areas. Learning the cause can help you reverse these issues with melanin.

Instructions

• 1

  Visit your doctor. There are certain medical conditions which can cause issues with melanin production. A skin infection, for example, can cause hypopigmentation, while a disorder known as Addison's disease can cause hyperpigmentation. Your doctor can diagnose such problems and prescribe a course of treatment.

• 2

  Use any prescription cream that your doctor prescribes to reverse the melanin issue. For example, melasma, a condition that causes hyperpigmentation, can be reversed with a prescription cream. A skin infection or severe burns and blisters might require a prescription to reverse the issue with your melanin production.

• 3

  Limit the time you spend in the sun. Over exposure to the sun can cause melanin production problems. If you do get sun exposure, use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more.