Is tanning a form of hyperpigmentation?

Or can tanning even out hyperpigmentation? The answer to both these questions is no. In addition to causing hyperpigmentation, sun exposure (or exposure to artificial UV rays, like tanning beds) can actually worsen hyperpigmentation that originated from other causes (like post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation).

Does tanning help post inflammatory hyperpigmentation?

Tanning is not an effective way to help your scars blend in with the surrounding tissue. In fact, too much sun exposure can have negative effects on your scars in the form of hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation.

What are the 3 types of hyperpigmentation?

Types of hyperpigmentation include age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Each of these has different cause and a range of treatments and products, including creams and cosmetic procedures.

What is the difference between tanning and pigmentation?

Pigmentation is a umbrella term which means any change in skin color, both darker or lighter. Tanning falls under the spectrum of hyperpigmentation as while tanning your skin gets a darker discolouration due to the burning sun rays. Pro Tip: You should always protect yourself from too much sun.

Is tanning good for dark spots?

No Benefits, All Risk. It’s true that tanning may make skin look better by camouflaging dark spots and blemishes—but only temporarily. And although sun exposure initially can appear to dry up oily skin, this effect will backfire.

Why does my skin look blotchy after tanning?

The most straightforward cause of a tanning bed rash is dry skin. If you start your tanning session with dry skin, tanning lamps can zap the moisture from the top layer of your skin. This can cause your skin to rebel with itchy, scaly patches. Another cause is ultraviolet (UV) overexposure.

Does tanning affect scars?

Prolonged sun exposure and tanning may also permanently darken a scar, making it worse; especially in people with melanin-rich, darker skin complexions. But depending on your skin type and responses to incisions and skin wounds, your scar may end up either darker OR lighter than the surrounding skin.

What is post hyperpigmentation?

Postinflammatory pigmentation is temporary pigmentation that follows injury (eg, a thermal burn) or inflammatory disorder of the skin (eg, dermatitis, infection). It is mostly observed in darker skin types (see ethnic dermatology).

How do you get rid of tan and hyperpigmentation?

Pigmentation treatment at home

1. Combine equal parts apple cider vinegar and water in a container.
2. Apply to your dark patches and leave on two to three minutes.
3. Rinse using lukewarm water.
4. Repeat twice daily you achieve the results you desire.

What are the different types of pigmentation?

Different types of skin pigment conditions

• Freckles. Freckles are the most common type of pigmentation.
• Solar Lentigines. Solar Lentigines are the pigmentation types also known as liver spots, sun spots, brown spots or age spots.
• Melasma.
• Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)

How can I tan without getting dark spots?

How to get a tan faster

1. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 30.
2. Change positions frequently.
3. Eat foods that contain beta carotene.
4. Try using oils with naturally occurring SPF.
5. Don’t stay outside for longer than your skin can create melanin.
6. Eat lycopene-rich foods.
7. Choose your tanning time wisely.