Does any one know anything about melasma?
Some detailed information is shown below with more available at the link I attached for you. The probability is that if you have been off the birth control pills that long that you may not get any further fading. It is important that you protect your skin with a good sunscreen. If the remaining color bothers you there are many ways to solve the problem. Good luck. Melasma is a dark skin discoloration found on sun-exposed areas of the face, most commonly around the cheeks and nose. Causes: Melasma is a very common skin disorder. Melasma is often associated with the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is especially common in pregnant women, women who are taking oral contraceptives (“the pill”), and women taking hormone replacement therapy during menopause. Pregnancy-induced melasma usually resolves after delivery, but may return with subsequent pregnancies or with oral contraceptives. Sun exposure is also a strong risk factor for melasma. Treatment: Creams containing tretinoin,
