Why menopause can trigger dark patches called melasma

Declining oestrogen and progesterone during menopause weaken skin's repair ability, predisposing it to melasma. Dr Neha highlights how HRT may amplify pigmentation through increased photosensitivity. Protective strategies like broad-spectrum sunscreen and antioxidant-rich diets remain crucial, offering evidence-based methods to mitigate pigmentation changes in midlife women.