Skin Repair Creams: Everything You Need To Know

Has it ever happened to you that spots on your skin have ruined your summer outfit that you so desperately wanted to put on? Believe it or not, this is one of the most common cosmetic problems. To combat these disgusting blemishes, you can resort to creams that correct skin blemishes. So how do skin lotions work?

The effect of skin patch creams depends on the patch being treated. To get results, you need to use them consistently and remember to use sunscreen in addition to them. Some products can only be used in the evenings.

Hyperpigmentation or skin patches

As the Mayo Clinic article explains,  liver spots occur when melanin is packaged at certain sites or is formed in large quantities. Melanin is a natural pigment that gives the skin its color. There are two types of hyperpigmentation:

• Due to melanin. As already stated, these spots are due to increased production of melanin. This group includes freckles, liver spots, or hyperpigmentation due to inflammation. Skin corrective creams help with these.
• Due to melanocytes. These are due to the local proliferation of pigment cells (melanocytes). These include the old eagles, or lentigos, the common eagle, or lentigo simplex, and the eyelids. These are not effective with skin patch creams.

The most common skin patches

The most common skin patches are:

• Sunscreen fines. Flat spots caused by the sun, freckles.

• Pisamat. Small, irregularly shaped brown spots.
• Melasma. Usually appears on the sides, forehead, above the lips and cheeks.
• Phytophotodermatitis. According to an article in Family Medicine  , these spots form on the neck as a result of using perfume, especially when it comes in contact with ultraviolet rays.
• Scarring or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation after  acne, shingles, or allergic contact dermatitis.

Ingredients for skin lotions

Dermatological creams are available in various preparations: serum, gel, emulsion, aqueous-alcoholic solution and mask. This is how they are found for all skin types.

Skin lotions contain a variety of active ingredients. To find out what your own remedy contains, just read the product label. The ingredients are usually:

• Antioxidants  such as 5-15% vitamin C.
• Mequinol. In concentrations of 2 to 10%. This substance removes skin pigment by inhibiting the metabolism of melanocytes. A study published in the journal Therapeutics for the Clinician confirms that it is effective against sunburn fines  .
• Azelaic acid. In concentrations of 10 to 20%. According to MedlinePlus, it is antibacterial.
• 5% niacinamide.
• Kojic acid
• Plant extracts: lingonberry, arbutin, licorice, chamomile and mulberry.
• Acids. For example, phytic acid (1-2%), alpha-lipoic acid (2-8%) and ellagic acid (1%).
• Alpha hydroxy acids. As stated in the NIH publication, they exfoliate the skin and thus minimize blemishes.

• Keratolytics  such as salicylic acid.

In addition to the above, prescription products such as retinoic acid and hydroquinone can be used. Because of its many uses, the dermatologist should choose the most appropriate product from these. 

Combine skin patch creams with sunscreen

Dermatitis is a chronic process that can be exacerbated by sunbathing. In spring and summer, sunscreen should be applied to the skin half an hour before going out in the sun and again every two hours.

You should always reapply sunscreen after swimming or strenuous exercise. Remember that it is important to use sunscreen every day. Among other benefits, it is a great anti-age cream as it protects the skin from the harms caused by UVA rays.

How to use a skin patch?

The general guideline is to use the cream in the evening, for one or two weeks, until the skin gets used to it. During the first use, it is normal to feel a slight tingling sensation. However, if irritation persists, stop using the product and consult the dermatologist who prescribed the ointment.

Although some skin patches can be obtained without a prescription, it is very important to consult a professional as this will make the treatment safer and more effective. In addition, some products tend to be more sensitive to irritation and photosensitivity, which is why they are only recommended for use in the evenings.

Once you have the desired results, you should continue to properly protect yourself from the sun by following the instructions of your dermatologist. In addition, your  dermatologist may recommend supplements to help prevent new blemishes and reduce existing blemishes.

Skin Repair Creams: Habits Matter

Skin patch creams help reduce blemishes and even out skin tone. However, the results of the treatment will largely depend on whether you use sunscreen daily.

It is also important to correctly identify blemishes, as not all blemishes work with such creams. For this reason, you should always seek the advice of a professional.