I had a rash similar to cold sore appearing and within day 2-3, the rash turned into a deep brown hyperpigmentated spot. I did two rounds of pico at a derm office and have seen no improvement. I am Fitzpatrick type IV and have been using tretinoin 0.5% for a while and added HQ 4% about a month ago. What do you recommend? I see no change in pigmentation at all.
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Answer: A resurfacing laser can help even out the skin texture and tone. Apply Plato's Dark Scar Corrector to help lighten.
Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Hydroquinone is a skin-lightening agent commonly used to treat hyperpigmentation. When it comes to breastfeeding, safety is a priority....
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus...
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...