Could retinal cause the hyperpigmentation on my lips and how long to would it take to resolve after stopping use? (Photos)

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Hi, I've been using a oil containing Retin-A to my face almost nightly since early May. I love how my skin feels since. But now my lips have became hyperpigmented! That is the only change in my regimen. I already also use a product with azelaic acid and AHA too. Since stoping it's use around the lips the progression seems to have stopped. Question is will it remain?

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend that you avoid sun exposure and use proper moisturization with an Opti-Ceramide cream like Elevase. Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus are excellent creams to reduce hyperpigmentation in conjunction with PIH Relief Complex called Scler-X. Another option is called Pigmentation Correction Complex by KareSkin

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Could retinal cause the hyperpigmentation on my lips and how long to would it take to resolve after stopping use? (Photos)

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