Does melasma get worse if it the skin is irritated by exfoliating?

September 19, 2014
Asked By:ROBIN2282 in OKC

I wanted to know if melasma can get worse if it the skin is irritated by exfoliating. I also want to know if taking vitamins will help?

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September 22, 2014

Answer: Your Melasma can be worsened with aggressive exfoliating

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September 22, 2014

Answer: Your Melasma can be worsened with aggressive exfoliating

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March 29, 2018

Answer: Treatments

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January 30, 2018

Answer: Treatment for melasma

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January 30, 2018

Answer: Treatment for melasma

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September 29, 2014

Answer: Exfoliation

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September 29, 2014

Answer: Exfoliation

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