Treating PIH in Asian Skin?

September 2, 2012
Asked By:142683anon in Denver, NC

Hi, I suffered an injury on my cheek a couple of months ago. The area has PIH (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation) and is now red/pink. My dermatologist thinks it will fade on it's own. However, I am interested in getting rid of it quicker. I know some procedures maybe contraindicated in asian skin because of a chance of further hyperpigmentation which is the last thing I want. What procedure(s) would you recommend that have a low chance of causing rebound hyperpigmentation. Thank you!

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