
What Causes Skin Tanning Post Pregnancy?

i feel awk ward at times.. can u pls pls help with an ointment or lotion that will help cure this issue
I suggest a sunscreen along with a skin lightening cream.
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone through your query and I have understood it.
Tanning seems to be the main issue here as these body parts are always exposed to sun. Dryness can also lead to a dark appearance of skin in these body areas.
You must use a broad spectrum sunscreen at all exposed skin, throughout the day, that which offers both UV A as well as UV A protection.
A sunscreen with minimum spf 30 would be useful.
Neutrogena dry touch ultrasheer sunscreen is a broad spectrum sunscreen that is available OTC.
Reapply every 2-3 hours.
Besides, you may use a skin lightening cream containing one or more of the following ingredients like Glycolic acid, Kojic acid, Hydroquinone, arbutin etc to gradually lighten the dark color/ XXXXXXX
The mechanism of action of these ingredients is either to exfoliate existing pigment Or inhibit synthesis of new pigment Or both and therefore fade away the dark complexion/ XXXXXXX
Regards


Yes, you may use Hydroquinone cream
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
This cream contains 4% hydroquinone. It is a good option. You may use it once daily before going to bed.
Also use a sunscreen during day time, throughout the day. Reapply every 2-3 hours.
Regards

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