HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

What Do Dark Spots On The Legs And Hands Indicate?

Posted on Mon, 12 Jun 2017

Question: Please suggest cream for dark spots on legs and hands. Also, my face is uneven tone and having tan. Also, my underarms are black and its really uncomfortable to wear sleeveless.
Can you please suggest something for the face and underarms.

Uploading photos of dark spots

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding pigmentation at various sites

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist).
I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
You seem to have post inflammatory hyperpigmentation on legs and feet. You may use momate cream for the dark spots on hands and feet.
For underarms I suggest you to use Litearm cream (contains glycolic acid), twice daily. It is specifically for dark underarms.
For tanning on face you may use a broad spectrum sunscreem throughout the day. Reapply every 2-3 hours. At night you may use Photoscreen Depigment cream on face (contains glycolic acid 3% and azaleic acid 12% which are skin lightening agents)

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 minutes later)

Can you please tell me the name of the cream containing contains glycolic acid 3% and azaleic acid 12% which are skin lightening agents.
By using momate cream, how many days will it take to clear the spots

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding pigmentation

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

Photoscreen Depigment Cream (by Ducray). Use it at night on face.

The spots on legs are quite dark. For them to fade it may take 2-3 months of twice daily application of Momate cream

Regards

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy