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Suggest Treatment To Get Rid Of Skin Tan

I was fair few years before! My skin gets tanned whenever I am exposed to sun since I lived in chennai it happens often. But vigourous exfoliation help regaining my complexion. I came to US 1 year before! My skin became darker n darker and I couldn regain by any mean! Dont know the reason I think it might be due to tap water and its high chlorine content. I became very dark please help me.
Mon, 30 Nov 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. The symptoms you mention in query occur due to over sun exposure . Sun exposure trigger the melanocytes of skin to produce melanin pigment which cause dark complexion or dark spots . Drink at least 8-9 glasses f water daily and eat citrus fruits.

I would suggest you to :-

- Wash your face with cold water and mild soap twice a day .

- Exfoliate your skin once a week to remove the dead skin and bacteria .

- Apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 even if your are not under sun exposure to prevent your skin from further damage .

- Apply kojic acid cream at night which is a natural extract of mushroom , very effective and safe for long term use,

If condition doesn't start getting better then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe procedure like chemical peeling , microdermabrassin. or may prescribe hydrocortisone cream.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment To Get Rid Of Skin Tan

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. The symptoms you mention in query occur due to over sun exposure . Sun exposure trigger the melanocytes of skin to produce melanin pigment which cause dark complexion or dark spots . Drink at least 8-9 glasses f water daily and eat citrus fruits. I would suggest you to :- - Wash your face with cold water and mild soap twice a day . - Exfoliate your skin once a week to remove the dead skin and bacteria . - Apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 even if your are not under sun exposure to prevent your skin from further damage . - Apply kojic acid cream at night which is a natural extract of mushroom , very effective and safe for long term use, If condition doesn t start getting better then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe procedure like chemical peeling , microdermabrassin. or may prescribe hydrocortisone cream. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari