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How Does A Pigmentation Mark Differ From A Sunburn?

Hi. There is a patch developed on my face aftr sun exposure . How to differentiate if its a sun burn or a pigmentation mark. The skin has become rough n dark on tht area. I have been applying Neotone day n night cream but there are not much changes in the skin. How to get rid of it?
Fri, 29 Apr 2016
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I really appreciate your concern, if it is the pigmentation mark then it may not be sudden onset, and not give any symptoms, if this is the sun burn then it is sudden onset and give rise to burning, pain and itching too hope this information helps.
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How Does A Pigmentation Mark Differ From A Sunburn?

HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, if it is the pigmentation mark then it may not be sudden onset, and not give any symptoms, if this is the sun burn then it is sudden onset and give rise to burning, pain and itching too hope this information helps.