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How To Get Rid Of Darkening Underarm Skin?

hello doctor, i have developed black patches in my underarms over years ! it might be because when young, i used hair removal creams.. i have been shy wearing sleeveless clothes and that sometimes lowers my self confidence.. what is the best solution to skin darkening and tan?
Mon, 14 Jul 2014
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Hi 

Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum 

You seem to have pigmentation in underarms. 
Topical medications can definitely be of help to you in reducing the pigmentation to some extent, although only after proper treatment, we can know the results 

Since these are dark scars, I would advice that you should use a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the scars.
This is a simple, harmless lightening agent which can be used for as long the blackish pigmentation is there.. 
Also ,try not to touch the area too much 
Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads 
If after all the above measures, the scars tend to persist, then I would advise that you should see a dermatologist as there are various other measures for the treatment of pigmented scars like the use of chemical peels, dermabrasion etc which a dermatologist can decide according to the type of scars.

Hope it helps 
Wishing you speedy recovery 
Dr Geetika Paul 
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How To Get Rid Of Darkening Underarm Skin?

Hi  Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum  You seem to have pigmentation in underarms.  Topical medications can definitely be of help to you in reducing the pigmentation to some extent, although only after proper treatment, we can know the results  Since these are dark scars, I would advice that you should use a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the scars. This is a simple, harmless lightening agent which can be used for as long the blackish pigmentation is there..  Also ,try not to touch the area too much  Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads  If after all the above measures, the scars tend to persist, then I would advise that you should see a dermatologist as there are various other measures for the treatment of pigmented scars like the use of chemical peels, dermabrasion etc which a dermatologist can decide according to the type of scars. Hope it helps  Wishing you speedy recovery  Dr Geetika Paul