I have used a cream with hydroquinone to lighten some scars on my breast. I used it all over them because it was easier that way. It worked great!!.. Except one problem. My nipples used to be pink/red and now they are a light brown color. I think it is because of the cream. Is there anyway to get the color I used to have back?
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Hyperpigmentation and discoloration on the body can only be improved with a combination of topical creams followed by laser therapy. We recommend the Kareskin Body Brightening Kit:
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MelapadsLuminase and Exfolase creamsFollowed by fractional laser, Covalent peels, and Yag laser...
I would recommend starting Luminase and Exfolase creams followed by fractional laser to reduce the discoloration. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon
You should try not to get tan as you observed, since this makes the color difference more obvious. If the rest of your face has fine blood vessels, you could have them treated with a pulsed dye laser-that would also make the color difference less ovious. An excimer laser might repigment the...
