Treatment for Facial Brown Spots?

July 17, 2009
Asked By:Serena in New York, NY

Over the last 1-2 years, I have developed two brown patches under my eyes, one large patch on my forehead and one on the top of my nose. After being told this may be caused by starting oral contraceptives 2 years ago, I stopped taking them about 6 months ago but not have seen the brown patches fade. I'm 29 and don't get much sun except an annual cruise and I always wear a hat and sunscreen on those trips. I wear an SPF15 sunscreen moisturizer every day. What are these, and is there anything I can do to get rid of them?

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May 17, 2016

Answer: Melasma

May 17, 2016

Answer: Melasma

December 27, 2017

Answer: Melarase AM and PM for Sun spots, melasma, hyperpigmentation and skin darkening

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December 27, 2017

Answer: Melarase AM and PM for Sun spots, melasma, hyperpigmentation and skin darkening

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