How to Cover Up Melasma

Melasma is a skin condition that causes brown and/or brownish gray patches to appear on the cheeks, nose, forehead, chin, forearms or neck. No one is sure what causes it, but a family history does make you more susceptible. Ninety percent of those affected are women.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dermablend concealer
• Mineral powder make-up
• Tinted moisturizer

Cover Melasma

1. Cover the worst spots. Use a strong concealer like Dermablend to cover the worst spots.

2. Dust your face with mineral powder foundation. Bare Escentuals is a good brand. You can start with a light dusting and continue reapplying until you get to the desired amount of coverage.

3. Use a tinted moisturizer that matches the darker tone when symptoms are milder.

Tips & Warnings

• Sun exposure can make it worse, so make sure to use sun block all year-round.
• Pregnancy and the use of birth control pills can make melasma worsen.

Resources

• More about melasma
• Dermablend website
• Bare Escentuals

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