I'm a 23-year-old Latina woman of light complexion. Is there a reason and a solution for having a darker skin tone in my bikini and groin area? I shave, never waxed. It's become really embarrassing. I'm ashamed of wearing any type of swim suit to the beach. Is there anyway to lighten the skin and reduce the dark spots? Thank you.
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August 28, 2016
Answer: Groin and pubic discoloration and dark spots - Melaquin PM and MelaPads
Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that inhibits the formation of free radicals. Being so, it is a strong reducing agent and works both outside cells and inside cells. Unlike a number of antioxidants it can wend its way into mitochondria and protect it. It repairs damage caused by stress,...
Melarase creams and Melapads are an excellent at-home method to lighten dark pigmentation in areas of skin friction. Melarase creams can be used twice daily to help lighten the skin and reduce excessive folliculitis. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Topical hydroquinone is one of the most popular agents for bleaching the skin for conditions such as melasma or chloasma.
It is frequently combined with Retin-A to enhance its bleaching effects. Due to the irritating nature of both of these agents, topical steroids are commonly added to minimize...