Hi doma, Thanks for writing to HCM. It seems you have developed photoallegic dermatitis. Photodermatitis is an abnormal skin reaction to sunlight, or more specifically to ultraviolet (UV) rays. It can be acute (sudden) or chronic (ongoing). Photodermatitis occurs when your immune system reacts to UV rays. You may develop a rash, blisters, or scaly lesions,hyperpigmentation of skin leading to tannedskin. Start applying a sunscreen lotion at day time.Use it half an hour before going outside and repeat every 2 hours.Apply a mild steroid like flutivate at night time.You can take antoxidants orally for 2 to 3 months.Avoid hair dye,if you are applying any.Do not apply any cosmetics .For pimples you can apply clindamycin gel . It can recur if you are exposed to sun.Avoid exposure to sun at least for 2 to 3 months preferably between 11 to 4 since it contains maximum amount of uvrays. I hope this will help you in tackling your problem.Take care.

Hi Doma,

Welcome and thanks for posting your query to HCM.

It seems you are having problem of pimples as well as pigmentation. For the betterment you can use glycolic acid and azealic acid creams under dermatological guidance. Both glycolic acid and azealic acid creams are present in low and high strengths, so try using low strength first and then gradually can shift over to higher strength. These are able to give results in 3- 4 months continuous and judicious use and are safe for long term use also.

Use sun protection by physical barrier as umbrella and water based sunscreen usage 2-3 times a day half an hour before moving out. Eat a lot of fruits (all yellow and red) containing a lot of carotenoids and vitamins which can act as best sunscreen.

With glowing skin wishes,

Dr Sanjay K Kanodia

MD (Dermatology)