I have dark skin (olive) and have dark inner thighs from years of friction I assume (picture included). I was overweight, but now my BMI is a healthy range. Unfortunately, I'm allergic to hydroquinone. I've tried Kojic acid soap for about 2 months with no improvement. I've been using manual exfoliation and 8% AHA gel but I haven't seen any improvement so far. What are my options? I prefer not to undergo any laser treatments because I'm worried about hyperpigmentation.
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Hi,thanks for the question.Yes,you can take plain glutathione capsules or tablets which do not have any collagen content in it,even if you are allergic to seafood.But consult a board certified dermatologist before starting the medications and take them along with Vitamin C tablets to enhance ...
Dark discoloration and PIH can ruin your skin by making it uneven in
color. Rapid exfoliation protocols + brightening creams can help reduce
discoloration. Depending on the depth of the melanin, it may take weeks
to months for treatment. Light chemical peels can also help with
exfoliation...
Without seeing a picture I am going to make a guess that you are darker skin complexion, as patients with darker skin tend to have more melonocytes and produce more melanin to cause the hyperpigmentation between the thighs. First thing we have to do is reduce the friction between...