Why are my areolas suddenly darker?

You may first notice darkening nipples during puberty. At this time, your ovaries have begun to make the hormone estrogen. This hormonal change leads to fat accumulation within your breast tissue. As your breasts grow, your nipples may become raised and the areolae may become darker in color.

What Week Do your areolas darken?

And should you be concerned? The good news is that this is usually completely normal and can occur as early as a week or two after conception.

How do you fix dark areolas?

One popular method is applying lemon juice to your areolas and nipples several times a day. Another method involves almonds and milk mulched together in a blender. It’s alleged that when applied to the nipples for an hour a day, the concoction will lighten dark nipples while simultaneously softening the skin.

Do areolas always darken in early pregnancy?

You should expect your nipples to get progressively darker throughout your pregnancy and be the darkest when your baby is born.

Why do my areolas change color?

Nipples naturally change in color over time and due to many different biological events during a person’s life. The color change is nothing to worry about, and the nipples will usually lighten again after the normal body changes have occurred.

How do you know if your areolas are darkening?

Darker areolas: The dark circle around the nipple is called the areola. If a woman is pregnant, these circles will get darker as early as the first day of her expected menstrual cycle. This is often the best indicator (aside from a positive pregnancy test) that a woman is pregnant.

Why is my areola changing shape?

Many things can alter the appearance, shape, or texture of your nipple or areola. Sometimes these are temporary, like a reaction to the cold. Hormonal changes and aging can cause normal changes in the nipples as well. But in some cases, nipple changes are a sign of a medical problem.

What areolas look like in early pregnancy?

Does the areola fade with age?

The area around the nipple (the areola) tends to become smaller and may nearly disappear. Many of the breast changes that happen as you get older are caused by hormonal changes.

What are darkening areolas a sign of?

Darkening areolas are the first of many changes in store for your breasts. Learn what’s causing it—and what to expect down the road. If you’ve noticed that your areolas (the area around your nipples) have become darker or larger, you may be witnessing one of the first signs of pregnancy.

What causes dark areolas during pregnancy?

Dark areolas during pregnancy are most likely caused by your rising levels of hormones—namely, estrogen and progesterone.

What does it mean when your areola changes?

Sometimes these are quick and temporary changes, such as a reaction to touch or cold temperature. Hormonal fluctuations (e.g., during pregnancy) and even age can induce perfectly normal changes in the nipples as well. But when the nipple or areola suddenly or unexpectedly change, it may be a sign of a medical issue.

Why do I have goosebumps on my areolas?

Some women may also notice bumps (resembling goose-bumps) pop up on the perimeter of their areolas. These are called Montgomery tubercles, sometimes also called Morgagni tubercles, and they become more visible during pregnancy and breastfeeding because your breasts get larger, Twogood says.