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How Can Skin Be Lightened?

Hi doctor. I have really low self esteem and confidence because of my fingers. I am a somali girl who has really dark knuckles. I feel like i have to hide my fingers everytime i go out because people stare. It makes me feel really uncomfortable being in public. Is there any cream you could suggest i could use to fade the darkness.
Mon, 6 Mar 2017
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Hello,
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
You have to build a positive attitude towards life.Beauty is not about having a pretty face or fair skin,It is all about having a pretty mind and pretty soul.
Coming to your question,If the color of your knuckles is similar to your skin tone it will not improve much with treatment.
If your knuckles are hyper pigmented,You can apply moisturizing creams twice a day. But it take very long time to show good results.Use sun screens when you go out.You can also try some natural remedies like lemon and honey scrub also.
If you have scales or skin thickening please consult a dermatologist for skin conditions.

Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr.shinas Hussain
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How Can Skin Be Lightened?

Hello, I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns. You have to build a positive attitude towards life.Beauty is not about having a pretty face or fair skin,It is all about having a pretty mind and pretty soul. Coming to your question,If the color of your knuckles is similar to your skin tone it will not improve much with treatment. If your knuckles are hyper pigmented,You can apply moisturizing creams twice a day. But it take very long time to show good results.Use sun screens when you go out.You can also try some natural remedies like lemon and honey scrub also. If you have scales or skin thickening please consult a dermatologist for skin conditions. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr.shinas Hussain