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How Can I Get Rid Of Melasma Causing Dark Pigmentation On Nose And Under Eyes?

hi, just over the past 3 years I have developed on my face (check bones, under my eyes and on the ridge of my nose) dark brown pigmentation. I think it maybe Melasma (I am 43 years old). How (without it being too expensive) do you recommend I get rid of it thanks Lee
Fri, 31 Jan 2014
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hi 
I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same.
Since you have pigmentation of the face, I would advice that you use some kind of a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the areas.
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.
Use proper sunscreen (spf>26) before going out in the sun so that the lesions doesn't darken any further.

Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads 
 
If inspite of all these measures, you feel that the pigmentation continues to persisit, then I would advise you to see a dermatologist who might be able to help you with other techniques like chemical peels, dermabrasion , lasers etc .

Hope it helps 
Dr Geetika Paul
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How Can I Get Rid Of Melasma Causing Dark Pigmentation On Nose And Under Eyes?

hi  I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same. Since you have pigmentation of the face, I would advice that you use some kind of a lightening agent like kojic acid and vitamin c combination over the areas. 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. Use proper sunscreen (spf 26) before going out in the sun so that the lesions doesn t darken any further. Take a diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants like Citrus fruits and lots of salads    If inspite of all these measures, you feel that the pigmentation continues to persisit, then I would advise you to see a dermatologist who might be able to help you with other techniques like chemical peels, dermabrasion , lasers etc . Hope it helps  Dr Geetika Paul