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What is the best way to lighten skin on the butt and thighs? (photo)

Eagle999Nov 29, 2013
I am an Indian male with medium brown skin but the skin on my butt and thighs are much darker than the rest of my body. Is there any efficient way to lighten the skin on these parts of the body?

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I would recommend prepping the skin with Luminase and Exfolase creams followed by fractional laser. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

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