From the causes of armpit pigmentation to home care and prevention, and even dermatological treatments.

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Underarm hyperpigmentation is a common concern for many people, regardless of the season. It's especially concerning in the summer, when you wear sleeveless or short-sleeved clothes, as well as during showers and when looking in the mirror. I've been struggling with underarm hyperpigmentation myself, so I researched some ways to manage it.

Today, we'll cover everything from the causes of underarm pigmentation to home care and prevention methods, as well as dermatological treatments that can help manage pigmentation!

1. Causes of armpit pigmentation

1) Frequent hair removal

One cause of underarm pigmentation is frequent hair removal. Frequent shaving with a razor can irritate the skin surface, causing melanin to accumulate, darkening the skin under the armpits.

 

2) Skin friction

Also, pigmentation can occur in the armpit area due to constant friction with clothing, and friction caused by rubbing or pushing the armpit with a rough towel can lead to underarm pigmentation.

 

3) Acanthosis nigricans

People with acanthosis nigricans may develop pigmentation in areas of the body where the folds meet. The cause is unknown, but it is thought to be related to insulin resistance.

 

4) Other causes

In addition to this, pigmentation can occur in folded body parts due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, side effects of medications, or trauma.

2. Home care and prevention for armpit pigmentation

In the case of armpit pigmentation, it is said that it is not a problem with the epidermis, but rather a result of melanin pigment accumulating deep in the dermis, so it is important to prevent it in daily life.

 

1) Reduce skin friction

To prevent underarm pigmentation, reducing skin friction is crucial. It's best to avoid clothing that clings tightly to the armpits and causes friction, and wearing breathable clothing can help. It's also important to avoid shaving too frequently.

 

2) Reduce the use of deodorants

It is also said that reducing the use of products such as deodorants can help manage pigmentation, as these can worsen pigmentation.

 

3) Sufficient drying

Sometimes people don't dry their armpits thoroughly after showering, but it's important to wash your armpits every day and make sure they're completely dry before putting on clothes.

3. Dermatological treatment for armpit pigmentation

Let me tell you about some dermatological treatments that can help manage underarm hyperpigmentation!

 

1) Laser toning

In the case of laser toning, it is said to be a treatment that helps improve pigmentation, freckles, and Ota's nevus by selectively destroying only the black melanin pigment.

The price for one session of Maypure Laser Toning is 20,000 won, and the price for the first visit event is 4,900 won.

 

👉Improving pigmentation! Check out the details on laser toning.

 

2) Pico toning

Pico toning is a treatment that breaks down pigment particles with picoseconds and helps alleviate post-inflammatory pigmentation and blemishes.

The price for the Maypure Pico Toning event is 40,000 won per session, and the price for the first visit event is 9,000 won.

 

👉Check out the details of Pico Toning, which is less painful.

 

3) Laser hair removal

To manage your underarm hair and prevent skin pigmentation, consider laser hair removal. Laser hair removal uses heat energy to destroy hair follicles, preventing hair growth.

The price for the Maypure laser hair removal event is 6,000 won per session (armpit) for women, and 900 won (armpit) for the first visit.

 

👉Clean hair care without worrying about skin damage! Check out the details on laser hair removal.

 

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Underarm pigmentation can be caused by a complex mix of factors, which can be more complex than you might think. It's important to understand the underlying cause and manage it through lifestyle changes.

I hope you will refer to the information I provided today to manage and prevent underarm pigmentation!

 

 

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