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My skin tone is dusky brown. My face is quite brighter compared to my other body parts. What kind of treatment do I need?

January 31, 2017
Asked By:Hithu in Chennai, IN

Also I have part of my body dry skin. To get a even skin tone throughout my body and to get 3 to 5 shades lighter,please suggest me a permanent and best treatment without any side effects. Please let me know how much it costs for that treatment.

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