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Any Solution For Getting Lighter Skin Tone As It Is Getting Darker Due To Exposure To Sun

my son, 14 year old, is an athlete. he also plays basketball, meaning he is into sports and is exposed to sun almost everyday. he was very fair till he joined sports i.e til he was 8-9 years. we were in dubai for 6-7 years and since the day he started taking part in athletics his skin has become very dark. the skin tone is becoming darker and darker.
Wed, 4 Dec 2013
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Hi,
After reading your query it appears that you developed sun tanning.

Skin color is basically dependent upon the activity of melanocytes- the color producing cells of skin. The skin color is genetically determined and varies form person to person accordingly. In yourself because of excessive sun it caused pigmentation.

The most important thing is healthy diet containing lot of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Do not try applying over the counter products as these can further aggravate the situation. Protect yourself form direct sunlight.

Use a good sunscreen on lips for 2-3 times and drink plenty of liquids everyday.

Take care.
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Any Solution For Getting Lighter Skin Tone As It Is Getting Darker Due To Exposure To Sun

Hi, After reading your query it appears that you developed sun tanning. Skin color is basically dependent upon the activity of melanocytes- the color producing cells of skin. The skin color is genetically determined and varies form person to person accordingly. In yourself because of excessive sun it caused pigmentation. The most important thing is healthy diet containing lot of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Do not try applying over the counter products as these can further aggravate the situation. Protect yourself form direct sunlight. Use a good sunscreen on lips for 2-3 times and drink plenty of liquids everyday. Take care.