Hyperpigmentation

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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation After Laser Resurfacing 6 answers

Dear Doc! I got ablative fractional laser resurfacing on my face 2.5 weeks ago. I have developed change in color of skin, a dark patches on sides of...
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15% TCA Peel Vs. IPL for Hyperpigmentation on Cheeks? 4 answers

Is one treatment (TCA peel or IPL) more effective than the other for treating hyperpigmentation? I was told 3-4 peels would be sufficient, but I'm...
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How to Get Rid of Upper Lip Hair and Hyperpigmentation? 4 answers

I started out bleaching my upper lip when I was a teen. I am half-Asian and I have always had upper lip hair. About the last year or so, I began to...
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Does Fraxel Work for Hyperpigmented African American Skin? 3 answers

When I was a teen I squeezed every pimple that I had. The results of that was dark spots on my chin and forehead. Will Fraxel help these acne scar...
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Scar Re-pigmentation Treatments? 3 answers

Are there any effective scar repigmentation treatments? I have hypopigmented scars that are really embarrassing, and I know that nothing will make...

Best Treatment for Olive Skin with Age Spots, Sun Spots, Melasma? 2 answers

I'm 47, light olive complexion w/ pinkish undertones, brown eyes and dark brown hair; was very active in sports from age 7 through 20's-prior to the...
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Brown Spots on Upper Lip? 2 answers

I am a 37 year old female. I have brown patches/spots on my upper lip that seem to be getting darker. I have always used sunscreen on my face...
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Will Peels Work for Facial Pigmentations? 2 answers

I'm a 32-year-old married lady from Pakistan. I've had these spots on my forehead, nose, and cheekbones for the past 4 years. I never used any cream...

Success of Obagi System for Hyperpigmentation 2 answers

Obagi was recommended to me to get rid of the post-laser inflammatory hyperpigmentation I have on my cheeks. The thought of dry skin, redness, itch...
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Will Triluma Work for Dark Spots? 2 answers

I am an African American young woman. My complexion is a carmel color and I'm wondering if Triluma will help get rid of the dark spots?
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Skin, Indian Ethnicity? 1 answer

I am Indian and have hyperpigmentation on my upper face (cheeks, eye area, forehead. and nose). Can anyone recommend to me a doctor who can advise me...

What Can I Do to Heal Darkened Skin from Benzoyl Peroxide? 1 answer

I have dark skin and I used Proactiv for a year. It obviously helped clear up my skin mostly, not comlpetely; but now I am left with darkened patches...
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How to Get Rid of Dark Wrinkly Spots Between Breasts? 1 answer

I have dark wrinkly spots between my breasts, how can I get rid of it? The spotting is occurring more and more, and the skin is darkening a lot, its...
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Best Treatment for Under-eye Blood Vessels and Pigmentation? 1 answer

I wanted to know which treatment is the most effective in removing blood vessels under the eye area as well as pigmentation? I have had laser...
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Best Acne Hyperpigmentation Treatment? 1 answer

My skin isn't horrible but I want it to look a lot better. I have hyperpigmentation marks from breakouts and I would love to get rid of those! What...
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Treatment for Dark Pigmentation Around Eyes? 1 answer

Hi, this is a question about darkness around the eye area. It is hereditary. I don't mean dark circles necessarily, but the area between the eye...
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How to Treat Hyperpimentation from Sunburn? 1 answer

I am a 25-year-old male and have a hyperpigmentation question. About a year ago, I ended up lying down in the sun and placed a towel over my head that...
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What Can Be Done About Cortisone Induced Atrophy and Discoloration? 1 answer

I received a cortisone injection for a cystic pimple on my chin four days ago. I have noticed a slight indentation and discoloration where the...
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How to Get Rid of Dark Spot on Chin? 1 answer

I have this dark spot on my chin. I have used some over the counter rash medication on it and it would usually dry up and just "peel" off....
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment Specialist Recommendation? 1 answer

Can anyone recommend a specialist in pigmentation anywhere in the US that may be able to help resolve my PIH ( post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)...
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Can Tretinoin Cream Lighten Dark Spots on Legs? 1 answer

Can Tretinoin cream improve the appearance of dark spots on my legs? If yes, can I use only the cream without the other Obagi products, and how long...
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I Have a Freckle on my Lip from over Sun Exposure. Does It Require Surgery to Remove It? 1 answer

My freckle is on my lip.
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Severe Hyperpigmentation on Face and Neck 1 answer

I have severe case of hyper-pigmentation, face and neck are dark (as if done extreme labor under sun)& very fair body makes me two person with two...
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How to Get Rid of Dark Circle Around the Lips? 1 answer

I have this dark circle arond my whole lips. I used everything to get rid of it but it didn't work. It used to look like my skin is dry but I was...
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Treatment to Remove Freckles? 1 answer

I have lot of freckles on my face. I have used fading and removal creams but nothing helped. What can I do?
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Is TriLuma Recommended for Poikiloderma? 1 answer

I have poikiloderma on my chest and neck. I would like to start a regimen soon to use over the winter and I am committed to strict sun avoidance for...
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Will Efudix Work on Hyperpigmentation? 1 answer

Will EFUDIX work on abnormal skin cells such as hyper pigmentation and return the skin back to original color?
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What's the Best Treatment for Hyperpigmentation All over my Face and Neck? 1 answer

Pigmentation marks are very darkly visible on my neck and face areas, is there a way for removal of it, i am on the treatment but it seems to take a...
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Non-ablative Erbium Laser, Fraxel or IPL for Dark Spots on Asian Skin? 1 answer

Which is a better solution for dark spots on Asian skin (face)? Non-ablative Erbium laser, Fraxel, or IPL? I understand that multiple treatments are...
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Can Hyperpigmentation be Treated with 100% Effectiveness? 1 answer

I am from India . Within few years my facial skin has tanned enough . Its due to case of hyperpigmentaiton . My facial skin like my faorehead and...
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How to Deal with Hyperpigmentation (Latin Male)? 1 answer

Hi! I'm a fair skinned Latin male. Eight months ago I had a small accident that left a minor scar over my nose bridge. Although the scar is almost...
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What is the Best Treatment for Ruby Spots (Small Hematomas) Throughought my Body - Including Under my Eye? 1 answer

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How Do You Prevent Hyperpigmention Before Surgery on an Existing Scar? 1 answer

I had a tummy tuck and implants 4 years ago. All though the results were good the scarring was dark due to a hyperpigmention. I'm planning on...
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Treatments for Dark Spots on the Bikini Line?

I get really bad razor bumps on my bikini line and it leaves brown spots that just won’t go away. I actually get dark spots after every scar and...

How Can I Get Rid of Mustache-like Hyperpigmentation After Tanning?

Last year, I noticed that after tanning, I started to develop a brown shadow, like a mustache and it got worse when the summer came. During the...

What Can I Do About Hyperpigmentation on Thighs and Groin Area?

I'm Asian with medium brown skin, and I have very dark patches of skin in between my thighs and groin. It extends down to my mid thigh and back of...
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Treatment Options Becker's Nevus?

Hi: I am a 33 year-old Indian male currently living in Chicago, IL. I have a beckers nevus on my right shoulder since age 14. I am serious about...
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Selsun Blue Shampoo for Dark Forehead Patch?

I have a dark patch on my forehead. I got it after vacationing in Maui. I have tried everything from laser treatments to skin lightening creams. The...
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Dangerous to Hide Becker Nevus Under a Tattoo?

Hi, I am a 25-year-old female and I have Becker's nevus without hair on my right shoulder. I want to have a tattoo done over it, as I understand that...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation on Chin from Tweezing Hair?

I am a 52 year old female with severe discoloration on my chin from years of tweezing hair. I have tried Electrolysis, lasers, bleach, creams, nothing...
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Treatment for Upper Lip Pigmentation?

Above my upper lip, I have brown pigmentation which I never had before. It looks like a mustache. What hyperpigmentation treatment options do I have...
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Could Brown Patches on Face Be Melasma?

Hi! A few months ago, I noticed that two freckles right beside my left eye had merged together, now there is a large patch about one inch in diameter...
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Ultraquin (4% Hydroquinone Cream USP) or Tretinoin 0.025% Effective for Hyperpigmentation?

Which cream is more effective and faster in treating hyperpigmentation of the skin: Ultraquin (4% Hydroquinone Cream USP) or Stieva-A(Tretinoin 0...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation on Thighs and Underarms?

I'm Asian with medium brown skin, and I have very dark patches of skin in between my thighs and groin. It extends down to my mid thigh and back of...
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Bio-Oil for Dark Spots on Face and Legs?

I have a few dark spots on my face from hair bumps and some other marks on my legs. Will Bio-Oil help with these marks? I am a black female, if this...
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Recommended Hyperpigmentation Products for African American Skin?

What would be a good product to use for hyperpigmentation on the face?

Hyperpigmentation Treatment on Indian Skin?

I'm a 30-year-old lady from India and I have pigmentation problem on my face. I used Melalite Cream as per the doctor advise, but it didn't give me...
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PIH and Slight Melasma Treatment for Asian Skin?

I am Chinese American and have PIH from many years of acne as well as slight melasma. Since Asian skin is so sensitive, how can I even out my skin...
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Treatment for Brown Spots on Forehead and Back?

Growing up, my mom always told me not to pick at the bumps in my face, and I had to be hard-headed and did it anyway. Now, I have brown spots on my...
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Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation or Persistent Erythema?

I had some sort of infection on my chin in February, treated with desonide, ketoconazole, and various antibiotics. My face was extremely red for a...
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Extreme Hyperpigmentation Treatment for African American Skin?

What would be the most effective treatment for extreme hyperpigmentation for African Americans? My acne has been under control for a while now, but...
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Treatment for Dark Bikini Line?

Hi! My bikini line until my buttocks fold is dark and I am always shy to wear bikinis even if I want to. Could you please tell me why the bikini line...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation from Using Nair?

About 3 years ago, I used Nair on upper lip and every since have dark spots that look like a permanent mustache! Is there anything I can buy without...
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Available Cream in India for Hyperpigmentation?

I'm a 35 -year-old Indian lady suffering from hyperpigmentation in the past 4 years. I used some cream prescribed by a dermatologist, but of no use....
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L-Glutathione Injectables for Acne Scars and Hyperpigmentation?

Hi, I was wondering where I would be able to purchase or get L-Glutathione injectables prescribed to me as I am someone who suffers from severe...
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Treatments for Dark Spots from Razor Bumps on Bikini Line?

Everytime I shave, I get razor bumps on my bikini line, and they leave dark spots that will not go away. What should I do?
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How to Treat African American Dark Lips?

I'm African American. I have dark lips from smoking. Also, I have a pinkish color on my lower lip.How can I get my lips to the original color? Is...
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How to Treat Worsening Hyperpigmentation?

I have a dark spots on forehead, around eyes, nose, upper lip, around the mouth, and neck since from last three years. I consulted with doctors and...
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How to Treat Morphea Discoloration?

I had a biopsy and it turns out that I have Morphea. Do you know of any cures, medications, home remedies, ANYTHING that I can use to take the...
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Specific Ingredients in Skin Lightening Lotions

I am African American and my skin tone is overall brownish tan. Due to excessive sun exposure, the skin on my face, neck, and arms became somewhat...

What Can Be Done About Brownish Bruise from Hydrogen Peroxide?

I used a hydrogen peroxide to get rid of a brownish spot on my face. Immediately, I started applying antibiotics ointment on the soar part. Now I have...
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How to Get Rid of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation?

How can I get rid of seemingly permanent post-inflammatory hypigmentation? I have a dark, thick skin left over after a moderate eczema; I've had it...
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Best Treatment for Dark Spots from Mosquito Bites?

I have what you call poxy skin in my country. Mine is due to allergic reaction to mosquito bites. They leave ugly black spots. What is a name for...
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How Can Black Line Across the Nose Be Removed?

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Procedure for Dark Lips?

I'm a non-smoking African American, and my lips are getting darker. Is there a way to get the natural color of my lips back naturally or with medication?
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How to Make Dark Spots on Face Go Away?

I'm half African American and half white and I'm 16. I've had moderate acne for sometime, it's mostly on the right side of my face. There are...
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Hyperpigmentation on Back- What Are My Treatment Options? (photo)

Having moderate acne on my back as a teen has left multiple dark marks there, although skin itself is relatively smooth (I am 21 now). Besides being...
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Is Obagi Nuderm System Safe for Dark Skin?

What would be the best, safest treatment for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on dark skin?
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Natural Progesterone Cream for Brown Spots?

Can I use natural progesterone cream on the brown spots on my face?
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What Really Works in Improving Skin Discolorations?

My skin has improved dramatically over the last 6-8 months, but I still have red and brown pigmentation in certain areas of my face. I'm wondering,...
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What Laser or Alternative Treatments Should I Consider to Address Hyperpigmentation on Lips?

I'm a 20 year old African American female. I am healthy no serious medical problems except allergies. I incurred this scar on the right side of...
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Will Obagi Resolve PIH After Laser Treatment?

Numerous doctors have suggested using Obagi to treat post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following laser. Do you guys mean the Obagi Nu Derm...
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Full Body Treatment for Hyperpigmentation?

I recently had an almost full-body break out of rashes (viral in nature) on my arms, legs, belly and parts of my neck. Though I am not totally healed...

What Are the Available Freckles Treatment in India?

I have freckles on my nose and cheeks. What kind of treatment do I have to undergo? I stay at Hyderabad, India.
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Treatments for Hyperpigmentation Due to Pregnancy?

What is the best treatment for my cheeks with hyperpigmentation? I noticed the brown spots after I gave birth to my last baby 2 years ago, 2006. From...

What is the Safest Treatment for Hyperpigmentation on the Labia Majora?

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Treatment Options for Hyperpigmentation on African American Skin?

I got a weird rash on my leg last year and it left a dark pigment. I am a dark skinned African-American and this pigment is several shades darker than...
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How to Remove Brown Blotch on Cheekbone?

I have noticed that I have a brown blotch right where you apply blush. It is an oval spot. What can I do to get rid of it and what is the cause of it?...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation Caused by Trauma?

I'm African American and 15 yrs ago, I was in a car accident with trauma to the head. As I healed, the blood pooled around my eye area, leaving me...
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Best Treatment to Remove Freckles from Arms and Legs?

I have very fair skin and the freckles are very light brown but all over. I also have many dark moles on legs.
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How to Remove Upper Lip Discoloration?

I am a female African American and I have a discoloration on my upper lip This discoloration looks like I have a mustache and it is really disturbing....
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Getting Rid of Red Pigmentation on Pale Skin?

I have a naturally pale complexion with (much too) often, red pigments skin. Is there anything I can do to get rid of the red pigmentation? I've tried...
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Is Hyperpigmentation Casued by Monobenzone Permanent?

I have a question. I have been using Benoquin for several months now and although I have noticed hypopigmentation on my neck, chest and hands I also...
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Dark Skin Complexion

I have a dark complexion. Can I have laser treatment for my pigmentation marks? I was told I would end up with white marks on my face. Is this true?

Treatments for Hyperpigmentation from Acne?

I actually had a lot of acne on my face. Most of them are gone now, but some of them left very dark areas on my cheeks. I tried Glycolic Peel, but it...

Best Cure for Darkening Lips?

My lips have turned extremely dark over a period of time and no home remedy seem to work for me. I have also tried applying Ban A Tan. Coul you...
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Treatments for Pregnancy Mask?

I am an Asian with a fair complexion. I used to have very good skin. But during my 2nd pregnancy, I developed the pregnancy mask. I have many light...
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Best Treatment for Acne Hyperpigmentation?

What is the best approach for acne hyperpigmentation? Alpha/Beta Peel or IPL or Microdermabrasion? What's the most cost effective way?
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How to Treat Recurring and Spreading Brown Patches?

I have brown patch on upper lip that doesn't appear until the summer months. After being in the heat (not sun) it comes out. It will lessen once...
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Best Treatment for PIH (Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation)?

I have really severe perifollicular postimmflamatory hyperpigmentation on legs. What's is the most effective treatment?
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What's the Best Hyperpigmentation Treatment Available?

I am suffering from hyperpigmentation for nearly 14 years, since I was just 22 years old. Now I'm 39 years old. I spent almost all my life with these...
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How to Correct Hyperpigmentation from Laser Treatment?

I had laser done under my eyes to remove milia. Not all are gone, and I am now left with uneven skin and some hyperpigmentation. Is there anything...

How Can Different Types of Pigmentation Be Treated?

My doctor said Pixel Laser could be used, but wouldn't do much for my scars. The Erbium Laser is powerful and could create pigmentation. Are there...
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Correcting Pigmentation for Patient with Addison's Disease?

My forehead and area on the corners of my lips are getting darker and darker day by day and my facial hairs are getting thicker with passage of time.I...
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Treatment for Darkened Area After Eyelid Surgery?

I'm 24 years old. What should I do about heavy darkness left from blepharoplasty? Recently, I had transconjunctival blepharoplasty to remove genetic...
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What is the Best Treatment for PIH for an East Asian?

I am sensitive to hydroquinine as I have suffered PIH from using Triluma. I have also had a series of TCA and lactic acid peel which seemed to help...
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Sensitive Skin?

My face is very discolored and I think it's from years of using prescribed 4% Hydroquinone. Now my face is sensitive to anything I use and makes me...
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Continued Tri-Luma Use Needed After Desired Results?

I am using Tri-Luma now and the dark skin is slowing fading away. My question is, once my skin is how it should be, will I still need to continue...
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Best Option for Reducing Hereditary Freckles?

I know that nothing will totally eliminate freckles nor permanently treat them; but what's the best option for someone with a very fair, Irish skin,...
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How to Prevent Dark Underarms?

I have brown skin and I have unsightly dark underams. I am told it is mostly due to deodorants. However, I cannot live without deodorant as I do...
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What is the Best Removal Option for my Cafe Au Lait Spot?

This cafe au lait spot is located on my stomach. I have tried hydroquinone 4% cream which did not work. However, I have tried microdermabrasion and it...
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What Can Be Done About Neck Hyperpigmentation?

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Is Dot Therapy Effective on Hyperpigmentation from Laser Resurfacing?

I had Laser skin resurfacing 4 years ago. I had really bad results. I have been struggling with hyperpigmentation ever since. I have done creams,...
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What to Do for Hyperpigmented Fingers?

The fingers on my right hand have BAD hyperpigmentation. I have tried 4% hQ with no results,if anything my fingers got darker, they now look like two...
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What to Do About Skin Sensitivity to the Sun?

Hello Dr. I have a problem skin. Whenever I go out in the sun, my skin gets dark. I don't know what is my skin type. My father, my mother, and...
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I Have a Hyperpigmentation on my Penis, and I Want It Removed, is That Possible?

I am 21 yrs old male and have a hyper-pigmentation on my penis. I visited a dermatologist but she told me since the skin in that area is thin not much...
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Best Way to Get Rid of Faint Pigmentation Marks?

I have some faint marks where spots used to be , they are not so bad but I have tried creams and lightening soaps and nothing worked. How can I get...
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Best Hyperpigmentation Treatment for People of Colour

Hyperpigmentation was caused by rubbing a clearasil pad too hard..
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Best Treatment for Hyperpigmentation on the Body?

Unfortunately I suffer from Folliculitis on my buttocks/thigh/bikini line. I'm currently receiving laser hair removal as a treatment and it is...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation Caused by the Pill?

I have been told that the hyperpigmentation on my face, which appeared last summer after only 1 year on the pill would go away within a few months but...
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Pigmentation and Uneven Skin Tone (Asian Female)

Hi i am 30 yr old asian gal with alot of pigmention and uneven skin i am getting married in june can you please advice me what can i do to improve my...
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What Treatment Works Best for Hyperpigmentation Not Associated with Rosacea?

I am mex/irish decent, and have very fair skin on my body. It's red from jawline to hairline and is worst on my cheeks/chin, It seems to vary in...
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Treatment for Lifelong Hyperpigmentation?

I suffer from hyperpigmentation, by birth. It is prevalent on my complete right arm, which gives it a color which is very dark than my original skin...
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How to Treat Underarm Darkness in Asian Skin Type

I have tried hydroquinone + retinoic cream combinations on& off. They do seem to lighten the area, but after some time i feel it rebounds to...
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Will Pixel or Fraxel Work for Extreme Hyperpigmentation?

I have had IPL, Photo rejuvination done to help with acne, and have had either pixel or fraxil done once, i can't remember which. Now instead of...
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Advice for Clearing Up Red Patches on Face

Have developed a couple red "patches" between my mouth and chin. Possibly started as post-acne blemishes? Sometimes more prominent than...
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Is Possible to Treat Red Marks or Hyperpigmentation with the Cynosure Laser?

I was told that the only way to treat res marks or hyperpigmentation is with cynosure laser. But I've had read some horror stories regarding...
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Hyperpigmentation - Not Likely Melasma - What Else Can it be?

My skin was quite fair (computer skin analysis/dr analysis burning at 7 minutes). My skin has all this brown now that did not develop during pregnancy...
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How to Treat Hyperpigmentation in a Child?

My son (Indian) is 3 years old now. Around 15 months back, when my wife was trying to pick him up, her finger nail caused skin to peel off from his...
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Tiny Dots on my Legs

I've Never Tried Anything Except Exfoliating. I'm also African American and brown skin so they really show. How can I get them off?
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Hyperpigmentation Treatment On Legs and Arms? (photo)

I have an overdose of hyperpigmentation from scars on my legs and arms. These dark spots have left me feeling very insecure because I have tried every...
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Is It True That There's No Treatment for Red/Brown Skin Discolorations on the Body?

Today a dermatologist said to me that there's no treatment for skin discolorations on the body, only on the face because the skin here is...
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Hyperpigmentation After KTP Laser (Removing Brown Spots)

Hello, I am olive skin and had KTP laser done last winter to remove brown spots and my brows spots faded. I went again in May for touch ups on my arms...
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I Would Like to Know What is the Best Treatment for my Scars and Lip Problem?

I am 26 yrs old.i have dark circles for past 8 years and icepick and boxscars on the cheecks.there is deep pigmentation in my cheecks and chin .and...
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I Have Had Post Folliculitis Hyperpigmentation on my Neck for 2 Years, How to Cure It?

Folliculitis has caused nasty hyperpigmentation in my neck , how to reduce the pigmentation ??
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Depigmenting Cream for Persistent Redness?

I've done chemical peeling at home using citric acid..but i've over did it my doctor prescribed hydro cortisone for a month then told me to...
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Benzoyle and Hydroquinone Caused Me Chest Darkening, What Can I Do? (photo)

I mixed hydroquinone and benzoyle peroxide on my chest area and my skin turned brown in a couple of hours. I visited a derm and he prescribed me a...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmentation After Popping a Pimple

Hi Doc, I am a 23 year old male from Delhi, India with wheatish to fair skin. I popped a pimple on the upper corner of my cheek and applied lots of...
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I Have Freckles on Left Side of my Face Only on Cheeks & Forehead.Plz Suggest a Treatment

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Best Laser Treatment to Remove Hyperpigmented Scar?

Dear Doctors, Have come here with a lot of hope. Kindly tell me what is the best laser treatment to remove an atrophic hyper-pigmented scar on the...
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I Have These Pigmentation Spots on my Cheeks and Corner of my Eyes. How Can I Get Rid of It?

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Wha Are Treatments For Pigmentation Under Eyes?

Is there any cure for pigmentation under the eyes? to improve it or eliminate it i have very bad pigmentation im 21 year old male
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Which Treatment for Body Hyperpigmentation (Freckles) is Most Cost-effective/long-lasting?

I'm aware that several treatments are suitable for dense freckles covering the body (arms, shoulders, etc.), but they can vary widely in terms of...
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To Treat Hyperpigmentation, Do I Apply Hydroquinone and Tretinoin to the Entire Face or Specific Parts?

I have PIH and hyperpigmentation from acne. My doctor prescribed .05% Tretinoin cream and 4% Hydroquinone. Do I mix both creams and apply it only to...
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Does the Hyperpigmentation Caused by Cosmelan 2 Around the Mouth Go Away?

I have had cosmelan 1 done a week ago and am using cosmelan 2 and all prescribed moisturizers, I however developed hyperpigmentation around my mouth a...
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Can Laser Resurfacing Help With Different Skin Pigmentations?

I plucked a hair on my leg whilst on holiday and some skin came off with it (tanned skin) and left a white patch. Since then I haven't been out in...
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My Son Had a Black Color on His Left Butt from His Birth,now It Has Spread Up to His Knee. What To Do?

My Son Had a Black Color on His Left Butt from His Birth,now It Has  Spread Up to His Knee. What To Do? Knee with dark black color.what to do?
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Options To Treat Hyperpigmentation After DeepFx on Fair Indian Skin?

I have a fair Indian Skin.I have deep Acne scars on my cheeks. I underwent a DeepFx Laser somedays back.The preset used were 35mj with a double pass...
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Hemosiderin Staining Vs. Hyperpigmentation, How Can One Make the Distinction?

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