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What Causes Dark Skin Pigmentation On The Face?

Hello, My face is darker then my entire body. I have no problem with my skin color, but my face doesn t match my face. My body is light brown, but I have a full on Brown face.My race is African American by the way. You can easily see the tone difference from my body and face and see it doesn t match. I don t know what to do and Im looking for quick and easy things to try for results. Please help!
Wed, 17 May 2017
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Hai, welcome to HCM,
I have read your description and understand your concern.
I would help you as best as possible. But, I need the following information:
1 Few pics taken in daylight preferably
2 Your age and the duration of problem
3 Occupation like outdoor activities including sports and recreation
4 family history
5 History of use of face preparations
6 Any medication taken on long term basis
7 Associated symptoms
.
However, to prevent that the complaint does not continue, there are some practical way you can do:
1 Avoid sun exposure.
An alternative is to use a any sunscreen of SPF at least 35, daily at 10:00 hrs and repeated at 13:00 hrs everyday, including rainy/cloudy days. Use is meant for all exposed areas.
2. Avoid face packs or other preparations with a risk of causing irritation on the face.
3. Frequent face washing with plain water.

Once I have analyzed the whole case, I will get back to you on priority
I hope these measures will prove very useful in the long run as well

Best wishes
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What Causes Dark Skin Pigmentation On The Face?

Hai, welcome to HCM, I have read your description and understand your concern. I would help you as best as possible. But, I need the following information: 1 Few pics taken in daylight preferably 2 Your age and the duration of problem 3 Occupation like outdoor activities including sports and recreation 4 family history 5 History of use of face preparations 6 Any medication taken on long term basis 7 Associated symptoms . However, to prevent that the complaint does not continue, there are some practical way you can do: 1 Avoid sun exposure. An alternative is to use a any sunscreen of SPF at least 35, daily at 10:00 hrs and repeated at 13:00 hrs everyday, including rainy/cloudy days. Use is meant for all exposed areas. 2. Avoid face packs or other preparations with a risk of causing irritation on the face. 3. Frequent face washing with plain water. Once I have analyzed the whole case, I will get back to you on priority I hope these measures will prove very useful in the long run as well Best wishes