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Suggest Treatment For Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation On Upper Lip

Posted on Wed, 16 Jul 2014

Question: Recently i have tried facial hair removal wax strips to remove hair on my upper lip but i did it in rough manner immediately i got marks on my face so please suggest me how to clear these marks on my upperlip

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.

I understand from your query that you have developed marks on your upper lip after waxing.

You have a feature to upload the images by yourself at the right side of the query page, please utilize that so that I can answer your query better. You can also send the image as attachment to YYYY@YYYY , with the subject as 'Attn: Dr. Johny Chacko'.

How many days/ weeks back did this happen?

You could apply a lightening cream containing 2 % Kojic acid and Vitamin C (e.g- Clearz plus) twice a day for 6 weeks.
Please use a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 and above every 4 hours as sunlight exposure can darken any mark on the skin.

Please revert back with the clinical photograph so that I may add to your treatment regime if required.

Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Johny Chacko (20 minutes later)

Hi,

Thanks for suggesting medicines. I am suffering with these marks from past one and half month and also which type of sunscreen lotion i need to use and mention the name also as well as can i use the lightening cream as you mentioned like example. And also sending the attachment image there you can find marks on my upper lip (right side and left side to). Could you please tell me is this marks will going to clear permanently if i use those mentioned creams.

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for the clarification.

You could use a broad spectrum sunscreen like Neutrogena ultrasheer dry touch sunscreen/ Loreal UV aquaessence. Both of these cover UV A and UV B spectrum, non oily and cosmetically acceptable.

Unfortunately, I do not see any clinical picture being uploaded.

Could you please send it again or contact healthcare magic to help you?

Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Johny Chacko (15 hours later)

Hi,
Thank you very much for your follow up medicines. While uploading the image am getting an error like "upload has some error" can i send it through e mail if in that case please mention your email id. Please tell me if these marks will going to clear permanently.

Thanks a lot!

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Uploading images

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Greetings!

You can send the image as attachment to YYYY@YYYY , with the subject as 'Attn: Dr. Johny Chacko'.

I will be able to answer your question regarding to what extent the marks will lighten after I see the picture.

Hope this option works out.

Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Johny Chacko (1 hour later)

Hi,

I sent a mail to you with the attachment of an image. Please revert back to me with a clarification.

Thanks a lot!

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (59 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have seen your clinical picture.

It could lighten in 8 weeks time with the treatment I have mentioned earlier.

You could also get chemical peels treatment ( Glycolic peel) by a good dermatologist. This will hasten the lightening process.

Hope this helps you.

Wishing you good health,
Dr. Johny Chacko

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Johny Chacko (5 hours later)

Hi,

Thanks for providing clarification. Can i use only mentioned products or in addition to these do i need to take chemical peel treatment, is it mandatory? if in that case could you please tell me how much it costs?

And also mention that when can i apply these creams (Clearz plus). Is this marks will lighten permanently ? am feeling difficulty and uneasy to step out side.

can you solve this ambiguity.

Thanks a Lot!

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (57 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Greetings!

I suggest that you try the creams for about 8 weeks. If you are not happy with the changes, you can go for chemical peel treatment.

Apply the lightening cream in the morning after bath at bedtime only on the spots.

Sunscreen must be used on the entire face ( it will improve your overall skin tone also) every 4 hours. Apply 20 minutes before stepping out in the sun. Avoid direct sunlight by carrying an umbrella.

Chemical peels like glycolic peel can be done by a dermatologist. The cost varies from doctor to doctor. It ranges approximately from Rs. 750 to Rs. 1000 per session.

The marks will definitely lighten. Do not worry. Concentrate on work / studies so that you do not get too anxious about this issue.

Hope this clears your doubts.

Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Johny Chacko (2 days later)

Hi,

Thank You for suggesting these medicines and thanks for your patience in being answering my queries.

Thanks & Regards,
Srilekha V

Answered by Dr. Johny Chacko (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
You are welcome and I hope my suggestions help you.

Do not let blemishes reduce your confidence. What you see outside is only a part of your personality.
Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar