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What are some remedies to facial skin that has an uneven tone, due to sun damage, or acne scars?
Answer: Sun protection! Areas that have more pigment only become darker when exposed to UV light from the sun. You could also speak to your physician or cosmetologist about the usefulness of fading creams, such as hydroquinone. Depending on the extent and distribution of your affected areas, you could see reduction in "dark spots" over time.
Also, if you have active acne lesions, these typically heal leaving a hyperpigmented (dark) spot, especially in darker-colored skin. Make sure your acne therapy is optimized by speaking with your personal physician.
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Disclaimer: The information provided below is general advice that might differ for you. You should consult with your doctor for medical advice tailored to your individual needs.
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I have what looks like like warts in the underarm/and some on the neck area...I think they are called skin tags?! What can be done to get rid of these. I have tried the over the counter wart removers and they did not work and they hurt too much. Are there another solutions, other than having them cut off?
February 20, 2008 6:22 p.m.