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fungirlz · 11-17-2002, 08:52 AM

Now let us focus our thoughts on a condition called PIGMENTATION….

It is a condition resulting from uneven distribution of melanin over the surface of the individuals skin surface……it could be because the accumulation of pigment in the cases of actinic keratosis and lentigo..or the melanocytes are producing the uneven melanin which causes a condition called melasma.

Melanocyte cells are located in our basal layer of the epidermis. Think of it this way.. from there it projects a series of tentacles and each of them is surrounded by a large number of regular cells....
We know from basis skin structure knowledge that melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin.. it is a complex brown-black pigment which travels to the stratum corneum and gives us our skin colour.( Follow?)..
Remember the rate of melanin production will vary from individual to individual and vary because of the race of the individual persons.
Melanin acts as our protection from harmful UV Rays and helps to filter the effects of sun exposure. ( Right there tells us a tan is good for us!! ).. A sun tan is is basically the bodys protective response against internal skin damage.. !!!!!
Lets move on.

Lentigo …..known as brown spots or liver spots or some times referred to as age spots happens when there is an uneven accumulation of melanin deposits in the epidermis or surface layer of our skin. When melasma or hyperpigmentation happens it is the result of melanocytes producing a greater amount in the area that is discolored, or it could be that the melanin is not being properly absorbed by the keratinic cells.
This usually happens during pregnancy or if the individual has a hormonal imbalance such as being on the birth control pill..maybe going through menopause or even may have a nervous condition going on.
Dark spots on the skin can also be the result of Acne conditions ....( we will talk about Acne later on )

The best treatment for this skin disorder is bleaching crèmes.. (which should be applied at night time before going to bed).... When using a bleaching product avoid the sun light on the areas being treated and use a good SPF of 15 or higher. The sun or Ultra-violet machines will make the condition reoccur. Failure to use an SPF will most likely neutralize whatever result the bleaching product has given the individual.

Can a person with un even pigmentation tan?
Yes.. but in the areas they are patched in colour, they must care for the areas and reduce the chances of the patching by covering the area and maintaining good skin care through-out their life.
I suggest you speak to your guests who have this condition and encourage them to purchase a sun factor to ensure they are getting the Best Tan they can get.

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C[ This Message was edited by: fungirlz on 2002-11-17 08:05 ]

11-17-2002, 08:52 AM	#19 (permalink)
fungirlz Join Date: Jan 17 2002 Posts: 4,753 Rep Power: 8	Now let us focus our thoughts on a condition called PIGMENTATION…. It is a condition resulting from uneven distribution of melanin over the surface of the individuals skin surface……it could be because the accumulation of pigment in the cases of actinic keratosis and lentigo..or the melanocytes are producing the uneven melanin which causes a condition called melasma. Melanocyte cells are located in our basal layer of the epidermis. Think of it this way.. from there it projects a series of tentacles and each of them is surrounded by a large number of regular cells.... We know from basis skin structure knowledge that melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin.. it is a complex brown-black pigment which travels to the stratum corneum and gives us our skin colour.( Follow?).. Remember the rate of melanin production will vary from individual to individual and vary because of the race of the individual persons. Melanin acts as our protection from harmful UV Rays and helps to filter the effects of sun exposure. ( Right there tells us a tan is good for us!! ).. A sun tan is is basically the bodys protective response against internal skin damage.. !!!!! Lets move on. Lentigo …..known as brown spots or liver spots or some times referred to as age spots happens when there is an uneven accumulation of melanin deposits in the epidermis or surface layer of our skin. When melasma or hyperpigmentation happens it is the result of melanocytes producing a greater amount in the area that is discolored, or it could be that the melanin is not being properly absorbed by the keratinic cells. This usually happens during pregnancy or if the individual has a hormonal imbalance such as being on the birth control pill..maybe going through menopause or even may have a nervous condition going on. Dark spots on the skin can also be the result of Acne conditions ....( we will talk about Acne later on ) The best treatment for this skin disorder is bleaching crèmes.. (which should be applied at night time before going to bed).... When using a bleaching product avoid the sun light on the areas being treated and use a good SPF of 15 or higher. The sun or Ultra-violet machines will make the condition reoccur. Failure to use an SPF will most likely neutralize whatever result the bleaching product has given the individual. Can a person with un even pigmentation tan? Yes.. but in the areas they are patched in colour, they must care for the areas and reduce the chances of the patching by covering the area and maintaining good skin care through-out their life. I suggest you speak to your guests who have this condition and encourage them to purchase a sun factor to ensure they are getting the Best Tan they can get. Are you enjoying this topic of Skin Conditions? C[ This Message was edited by: fungirlz on 2002-11-17 08:05 ]