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Is this treatment discouraged for dark complexions? As a black woman with PIH, will this worsen hyperpigmentation? (Photo)

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I get hyperpigmentation scars from any type of inflammation, or minor abrasion. They take months or more to fade even with skin brightening treatments. I'm 47 and want to diminish my smile lines and marionette lines on my mouth corners when I smile; but I'm scared of a worse side effect; more PIH scarring.

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