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Will The Dark Mark From Acne Fade?
Hi... i never had bad acne until recently. I had a pimple on my face and decided to use whitening lotion to help reduce redness. Instead, my face is extremely flaky and dry and now there's a dark spot where i peeled the skin off. The area is flat but the dark mark is still there and continues to peel. Will this dark spot fade?
Tue, 15 Dec 2015
Hi Dear ,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dark marks from acne fade which is due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, stress, hormonal imbalance and excessive sun exposure and oily skin. I would suggest you to wash your face with mild soap containing salicylic acid and cold water twice a day. You should consult dermatologist for proper examination if condition doesn't get better. Doctor may prescribe oral antibiotics or oral retinods. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics , isotretinoin containing ointment or procedures like chemical peel or microdermabrassion. Apply vitamin E oil at night. Avoid greasy creams ,use water based products. Don't pick or touch acne. Apply kojic acid cream on face.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dark marks from acne fade which is due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, stress, hormonal imbalance and excessive sun exposure and oily skin. I would suggest you to wash your face with mild soap containing salicylic acid and cold water twice a day. You should consult dermatologist for proper examination if condition doesn't get better. Doctor may prescribe oral antibiotics or oral retinods. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics , isotretinoin containing ointment or procedures like chemical peel or microdermabrassion. Apply vitamin E oil at night. Avoid greasy creams ,use water based products. Don't pick or touch acne. Apply kojic acid cream on face.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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