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Melasma on upper part of cheek

Posted By Lotus (Basking Ridge, Nj, Usa) on 03/15/2012

I have melasma on my upper part of my cheeks, on the sides of my eyes, upper lip, forehead and on top of my nose. On top of my nose seems to be fading. It is very embarassing since I am a consultant and have to look for new contracts every so often, it is hard for me to face the person I am talking to, feel very conscious of myself. I am 52 years old, working as a Software consultant and have been going through peri-menopause/menopause since 2 years. I have been having hemorroids as well, for which I am taking homeopathic medication. I am quite active, usually exercise 6-7 hours a week. Average at least 5 hours. So I am in no way sedentary. I eat quite healthy vegetarian diet, including dairy products. Not a big eater. I have tried hydro quinone based topical cream prescribed by a dermatologist about 2 years ago, to no avail. I don't want to do any those treatments that can make my skin vulnerable to skin cancers. As such I am very light skinned. Would prefer doing natural treatments. Just today upon reading on your website, started on the Apple Cider Vinegar/Onion juice combo treatment for my face. Keeping my fingers crossed and determined to try for at least a few months.

Any advice on this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Lotus

Replied by Karen (Baltimore, Md) on 03/15/2012

I have worked in Dermatology offices for years and FYI - Hydroquinone products and chemical peels do not make you prone to skin cancer or any other cancers. They are the gold standard for treating hyperpigmentation like melasma. Just use a SPF 30 everyday to protect against skin cancer.

Onion juice and Cider Vinegar prob won't do anything but make you smell funny:) You can try it though I don't think it will harm you.

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good luck!! Hope it works for you as well.

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