How can I get rid of pigmentation around lip area? (Photo)

March 2, 2015
Asked By:flowergirl1216 in Ilford, GB

since I started waxing&threading my upper lip it's darkened while developing into a shadow"moustache"can't go out without covering with tons of concealers.Last year I visited a clinic,they suggested microdermabrasion+using a lightening cream but that didnt help it looks even darker,I've been wearing 40Spf to protect from further damage.I've booked a consultation with a clinic&I've read on their website&everywhere else intense pulse light or fraxel laser might clear it up. will that work? Thanks

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April 14, 2015

Answer: IPL/Fraxel

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 14, 2015

Answer: IPL/Fraxel

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 16, 2015

Answer: Dark skin and Melarase creams

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 16, 2015

Answer: Dark skin and Melarase creams

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 5, 2015

Answer: IPL not recommended

David W. Kim, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
March 5, 2015

Answer: IPL not recommended

David W. Kim, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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