Melasma

Melasma (Chloasma or "Mask of Pregnancy")

Melasma, also known as chloasma or the "mask of pregnancy," is a common skin condition characterized by patches of hyperpigmentation (darker skin discoloration). These patches typically appear in a symmetrical, map-like pattern on the face, particularly on the cheeks, forehead, nose, and upper lip. While melasma predominantly affects women, especially during pregnancy or while taking hormonal birth control, men can also develop this condition.