What Causes Dark Skin- 3373 Questions Answered

It's been more than a month since I used a whitening cream for my armpit. During the 1st week it seems doing well but on the 2nd week there are red spots started to appear. I discontinue using the cream and after a week. My armpit becomes more darker and it's darkness is not the usual dark of skin.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

I don't know what cream you have used but most likely you have used steroid and tretinoin combination which may have caused irritant reaction. Please call me or send photos using online consult option ... Read More

Sir i have used panderm nm cream about 2 weeks but when i stop using the cream my face became dark and little dark spots also arrive

Asked for Female, 35 Years 254 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Please stop using Panderm cream as it contains strong steroids which can cause serious side effects in the long run. Steroid induced pimples, photosensitivity that is sun sensitivity, rosacea that is ... Read More

Hello, almost 1 years earlier i am fearer and bright but suddenly i got pimples on my face i have pimples almost from 2 years earlier but just 1 year earlier i become dark and there's alot oil on my face just from 1 years...I want to ask that shall i become fearer as i am.earlier

Asked for Male, 16 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Acne can be treated easily with facewash, tablets and creams. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breakouts, ta ... Read More

I used melacare just 3 months...now I stoped it. My skin is darken caused by melacare..please tell my how revise my normal skin quickly

Asked for Female, 28 Years 124 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

This is called steroid induced pigmentation. Never use such steroid containing creams. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

My husband weighs around 90 kg , he recently lost around 4kg weight through walking and calorie restriction. He got dark circles and face is looking dark and lifeless . Does weight loss cause changes in skin color ? Any thing to worry about

Asked for Female, 30 Years 172 Views v

Dr. Saurabh Tripathi General Physician | Kanpur

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Yes...no need of worry ... Read More

I have darkness of skin in my groin area , armpit and back of the neck. I would like to know how do i get rid of it and what are the causes.

Asked for Male, 25 Years 204 Views v

Dr. D N U Annapurna Plastic Surgeon | Visakhapatnam

Consult in clinic ... Read More

I have a few dark spots on my skin caused by popping pimples. These scars have been on my skin for a couple of weeks and I'm interested in finding out how i can get rid of them.

Asked for Female, 16 Years 101 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment d ... Read More

I am using a skinlite cream for more than six months. Now my skin was good but once I stopped it my face becoming darker. Im not able stop using . Then will it cause skin cancer?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Samarendra Dash Radiation Oncologist | Gandhinagar

No nothing like that ... Read More

Am using skinlite from past 1 year.when I stop using the cream my skin become very dark ..what to do should I continue the cream or not.is this cause cancer?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 38 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Avoid it.. will cause cancer on long term medication ... Read More

My skin is naturally dark. I want to lightened my skin. I know that more percentage of melanin in body causes darker skin. Tell me how to reduce melanin; is there any medicine???

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I have a dark black scar on my bum. Any cream for the same. It's not going . What is the medication for the same

Asked for Male, 39 Years 34 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My skin fold areas are getting darker due to sweat and heat. Is there any permanent solution to this?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 57 Views v

Dr. Akshata Yadav S Dermatologist | Bangalore

There is specific treatment for your concern You can send the pictures and get the online instant consultation. ... Read More

I have had dark underarms for a while so I stopped waxing. Now that I started again the darkness around the underarms has increased and spread. Please suggest. Thanks.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Vandana Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

You can use any lightening cream for dark patches after consulting dermatologist. For permanent solution go for Laser hair removal ... Read More

Hi. I'm 26 years old female. Earlier my skintone used to be fair and bright but since a few months I have noticed significant change on my skin tone. My skin tone has become two shades darker . Even my body's complexion has become dull. There's no glow and youthfulness on my face anymore. I think it's because of ageing and by profession I have to

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 51 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | Khanna

Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ... Read More

Can I use fair eye cream on dark circles caused by retinization and sun. Background in 2023 I had used an epiduobcream around my eyes and got my skin sunburned.

Asked for Female, 32 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My brother, who is 25 years old, has developed skin rashes on his stomach area. He has had them for a couple of years. Initially, they were painless but itchy. However, with the winter season, his skin has become dry, and the affected area has started to develop darker, more pigmented spots. Could anyone suggest an effective treatment or medicine t

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Asked for Female, 54 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Am Arshdeep kaur i face drak spot uneven skin dark circle and pimple also on my face and too much taning which make me low confidence plz give me suggestions of it. No dramatologycal product cosmetics product and no harble product suit to my skin what should I use even home remedies are not suitable for me

Asked for Female, 21 Years 67 Views v

Dr. Simoni Sarodia Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries . ... Read More

I have a red spot which has become darker over the last 20 days whenever the skin dries up the skin peels off a bit and it's itchy and so far putting coconut oil has soothed it a bit. But other than that it does not seem to be healing it's turned almost dark maroon colour and I am afraid that another one has appeared below my ribcage it's a tiny on

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Asked for Female, 24 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Simoni Sarodia Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries . ... Read More

Patient has pigmented private area which appears with marks and not pleasant sight. Apart from dark area patient also has history of painful boils and dark spots. Want to remove it permanently. Thank.

Asked for Male, 37 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Richa Sharma Dermatologist | Navi Mumbai

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Hello Would need detail history and would have to see lesions to give any help ... Read More

I have dark spots on my skin. I also have pimples on my cheek and chin which are white in colour and after they get burst the white seed and water comes out of that pimple.And then I get the dark spots they are very deep and not able tp recover them faster.So,which cream should I use to fix these pimples and get a clean and clear skin??

Asked for Female, 29 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ... Read More

CREAMS and SERUM for face brightening,dark spot removal, tightening and to reduce facial open pores.

Asked for Female, 23 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

What supplement can I take for better skin and to reduce dark circles.i have intense dark circles with fine lines

Asked for Female, 22 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

Specific treatment available for better outcome ... Read More

I want to reduce dark melanin from body as I want to lighten my skin colour from root cause is there any permanent solution for this .

Asked for Female, 27 Years 38 Views v

Dr. A Amin Homoeopath | Kolkata

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ... Read More

I want to reduce dark melanin from body as I want to lighten my skin colour from root cause is there any permanent solution for this .

Asked for Female, 27 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

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Consult for prescription and guidance ... Read More

I have noticed since last two years my skin is getting darker and also some fungal infection on the back side

Asked for Male, 34 Years 74 Views v

Dr. A Ompriya Cosmetologist | Chennai

I advise you to consult a dermatologist online or in person, share clear pictures, and get a personalized treatment plan. Only after proper evaluation can the right medicines (creams/tablets) be presc ... Read More

I am taking glutathione 500mg daily for skin lightening but the effects are getting reversed, I have noticed I am getting more darker after taking it, is there any side effect for that. My skin tone is naturally a mild dark and earlier it was a fair as compared to right now I am seeing it. Any remedies for this issues, also should I stop taking t

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 354 Views v

Dr. Gorla Sirisha Dermatologist | Anantapur

The effects vary depending upon the sun exposure duration proper history is needed before guidance kindly consult online ... Read More

My 13 year old daughter has dark colouration of skin on the back of the neck. She is 5 foot 7. 62 kg. Moderately active. The texture is not velvety. It's just plain. I am worried if it is insulin resistance. Her blood sugar is in normal range. It was done 6 months back. Please advise how to proceed.

Asked for Female, 40 Years 53 Views v

Dr. Prathibha Reddy Pediatrician | Hyderabad

May b acanthosis Nigricans . Reduce weight . Consult dermatologist ... Read More

Is there any lotion or cream for dark pigmentation like elbow, neck ... I have tried every homemade methods but it's not working ... and any cream for marks

Asked for Female, 26 Years 106 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have acne marks on my skin, and some uneven skin, so plz suggest me best serum or cream??? And can I start retinol...if yes then what type of retinol I use as begginer?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 121 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Persistent issue for past 2 years with skin on arms becoming dark and itchy and bruised due to scratching.

Asked for Female, 52 Years 69 Views v

Dr. Shrikant Phad Dermatologist | Latur

Consult online for diagnosis and treatment. ... Read More

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What causes dark skin

It's been more than a month since I used a whitening cream for my armpit. During the 1st week it seems doing well but on the 2nd week there are red spots started to appear. I discontinue using the cream and after a week. My armpit becomes more darker and it's darkness is not the usual dark of skin.

Sir i have used panderm nm cream about 2 weeks but when i stop using the cream my face became dark and little dark spots also arrive

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Hello, almost 1 years earlier i am fearer and bright but suddenly i got pimples on my face i have pimples almost from 2 years earlier but just 1 year earlier i become dark and there's alot oil on my face just from 1 years...I want to ask that shall i become fearer as i am.earlier

I used melacare just 3 months...now I stoped it. My skin is darken caused by melacare..please tell my how revise my normal skin quickly

My husband weighs around 90 kg , he recently lost around 4kg weight through walking and calorie restriction. He got dark circles and face is looking dark and lifeless . Does weight loss cause changes in skin color ? Any thing to worry about

I have darkness of skin in my groin area , armpit and back of the neck. I would like to know how do i get rid of it and what are the causes.

I have a few dark spots on my skin caused by popping pimples. These scars have been on my skin for a couple of weeks and I'm interested in finding out how i can get rid of them.

I am using a skinlite cream for more than six months. Now my skin was good but once I stopped it my face becoming darker. Im not able stop using . Then will it cause skin cancer?

Am using skinlite from past 1 year.when I stop using the cream my skin become very dark ..what to do should I continue the cream or not.is this cause cancer?

My skin is naturally dark. I want to lightened my skin. I know that more percentage of melanin in body causes darker skin. Tell me how to reduce melanin; is there any medicine???

I have a dark black scar on my bum. Any cream for the same. It's not going . What is the medication for the same

My skin fold areas are getting darker due to sweat and heat. Is there any permanent solution to this?

I have had dark underarms for a while so I stopped waxing. Now that I started again the darkness around the underarms has increased and spread. Please suggest. Thanks.

Can I use fair eye cream on dark circles caused by retinization and sun. Background in 2023 I had used an epiduobcream around my eyes and got my skin sunburned.

Patient has pigmented private area which appears with marks and not pleasant sight. Apart from dark area patient also has history of painful boils and dark spots. Want to remove it permanently. Thank.

CREAMS and SERUM for face brightening,dark spot removal, tightening and to reduce facial open pores.

What supplement can I take for better skin and to reduce dark circles.i have intense dark circles with fine lines

I want to reduce dark melanin from body as I want to lighten my skin colour from root cause is there any permanent solution for this .

I want to reduce dark melanin from body as I want to lighten my skin colour from root cause is there any permanent solution for this .

I have noticed since last two years my skin is getting darker and also some fungal infection on the back side

My 13 year old daughter has dark colouration of skin on the back of the neck. She is 5 foot 7. 62 kg. Moderately active. The texture is not velvety. It's just plain. I am worried if it is insulin resistance. Her blood sugar is in normal range. It was done 6 months back. Please advise how to proceed.

Is there any lotion or cream for dark pigmentation like elbow, neck ... I have tried every homemade methods but it's not working ... and any cream for marks

I have acne marks on my skin, and some uneven skin, so plz suggest me best serum or cream??? And can I start retinol...if yes then what type of retinol I use as begginer?

Persistent issue for past 2 years with skin on arms becoming dark and itchy and bruised due to scratching.

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