What to do if your skin becomes dark and yellow during breastfeeding

We often see pregnant mothers with rosy complexions and great skin tones, but for many people, their skin becomes worse and worse after they become pregnant, especially after giving birth and entering the breastfeeding period, the skin of some mothers will become darker and duller. We say that postpartum women’s bodies are already very weak and need to be well cared for. In addition, if their skin is in poor condition, they need all-round skin care.

1. What to do if your skin becomes dark yellow after childbirth

1. Avoid eating foods with heavy pigments. In order to avoid more pigment deposition, new mothers should avoid eating foods with heavy pigments after delivery. For example, wine, strong tea, coffee and other stimulating drinks and foods. There are also foods such as animal liver, beans, peaches, etc. This type of food is rich in vitamin A, which will activate the activity of tyrosinase and make the skin darker, so eat less.

2. Sunscreen and moisturizing. The endocrine system changes greatly after childbirth, which can cause damage to the skin barrier function. The skin is prone to become dark yellow and dry. Moisturizing is one of the means to restore the skin barrier function. For mothers with dry or neutral skin, simply drinking water or moisturizing through diet is not enough. They also need to use some moisturizing skin care products appropriately. Considering the impact of breastfeeding on children, it is recommended to choose moisturizing skin care products with natural raw materials, simple ingredients and mild properties.

3. Supplement vitamin C. Supplementing with vitamin C can effectively reduce the activity of melanin, help collagen grow, moisturize the skin, and exert an antioxidant effect to prevent premature skin aging.

4. Ensure adequate rest. Sleeping is the best beauty method, especially for mothers whose bodies are still recovering after giving birth. Looking after a baby is hard work. Although they may have help from their mother-in-law or husband, new mothers all hope to do everything themselves, no matter how big or small.

2. Postpartum skin care diet is the key

1. Antioxidants such as fluoride, vitamin A and vitamin C obtained from eating fresh fruits and vegetables raw are good for the skin. If the temperature of fruits and vegetables exceeds 40℃, the fluoride and vitamin C in them will be destroyed, so try to eat them raw.

2. In addition to eating more foods that are good for skin health, you must reduce the toxins you eat. This includes avoiding foods that are cooked at high temperatures, such as all baked goods, and foods that are sautéed, fried, or broiled until browned, all of which contain toxins that can harm your skin.

3. Try to get fiber from brown rice and various whole grain foods. You will find that not only will your bowel movements become smoother, but your skin will also become clean and shiny. Also, pay attention to how your skin reacts after you eat. If you get a breakout or a rash, it means you ate something your skin couldn't handle.