Quick answer
Melasma — brown patches on cheeks, forehead and upper lip — is stubborn and sun-driven. It is managed, not cured overnight. The safe, evidence-based way to fade melasma in Bangladesh.
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Melasma is brown/grey-brown patches, usually symmetric on the cheeks, forehead and upper lip, triggered by sun, heat and hormones (pregnancy, birth control). In Bangladesh's sun and heat it is very common — and it comes back easily, so the goal is to manage and fade it, not expect a permanent overnight cure.
What helps melasma
- Strict daily sunscreen — SPF50+, reapplied — the single most important thing; melasma darkens with any sun/heat. A tinted mineral SPF (iron oxides) helps block visible light too.
- Gentle brighteners — niacinamide, alpha arbutin, vitamin C, tranexamic acid.
- Azelaic acid — safe (even in pregnancy) and good for melasma.
- Consistency + patience — months, not days.
Read the full melasma skincare guide and the serum guide.
What to avoid
- Sun and heat exposure without protection (including cooking heat, hot showers).
- Mercury / steroid / hydroquinone "fairness" creams — dangerous, and cause rebound and worse melasma. See mercury creams.
- Harsh scrubs — irritation makes melasma worse.
See a dermatologist
Melasma is genuinely hard to treat — a dermatologist can prescribe stronger, safer options (like controlled hydroquinone courses). Do not self-medicate with fairness creams.
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Frequently asked questions
Which melasma ingredients are considered safe during pregnancy?
Azelaic acid and daily sunscreen are generally considered pregnancy-safe, but check with a doctor before starting any new active. Retinoid-based products should be avoided during this time.
Why does melasma keep coming back in Bangladesh's heat and sun?
Strong sun and heat stimulate the cells responsible for melasma, so even brief unprotected exposure can bring it back darker. Consistent sunscreen and shade matter as much as any treatment ingredient.
Where can I buy original azelaic acid or tranexamic acid products in Bangladesh?
Buy from a seller who can show the importer's invoice and batch number for the product. This matters because a weak or fake version of these actives simply won't control melasma.